Long Night of Science in Magdeburg: Beyond the rainbow cat
Knowledge. From here. Under this motto, Magdeburg's scientific institutions open their doors late into the night and showcase knowledge generated locally in Magdeburg. Exciting experiments, laboratory tours, hands-on activities, and lectures provide visitors with insights into scientific fields and current research topics.
This year, the Long Night of Science will take place on June 14th from 6:00 PM to midnight . The program lists the duration and exact start times of each event; pre-registration is required for a few events.
Under this event, an interactive exhibition will take place regarding memes and hate in everyday life. Blow you find the description
Beyond the rainbow cat
How memes spread hate online
The digital space plays a central role in forming opinions in everyday life. Memes in particular have become an integral part of digital communication. They are fun and comment on topical social developments. But it is precisely in this seemingly harmless appearance where their political power lies. Why are memes particularly suitable for mobilisation by right-wing populist, extremist and conspiracy ideology groups? What narratives and aesthetic means do they use to spread racist, homophobic and misogynistic hate speech? And how can we counter them?
In the exhibition tour we invite you to reflect on these questions and show how we can recognise antidemocratic persuasion strategies, even if they are subtle and humorous. The guided tour offers participant a space to discuss the challenges posed by online hate and to jointly develop practical ideas on how democracy can be defended through the own creative use of memes.
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