Freedom of speech panel
3:00 PM - 3:50 PM GMT
Speaker(s): Bobby Futter, Student Communications Manager, The University of Sheffield, Lauren Gale, Senior Communications Manager for Students and the Academic Administration Division, The University of Oxford, Georgie Cade, Head of Communications, Planning, and Strategy, University College London, Rebecca Vowles, Head of Student Communications, University of Birmingham, Gareth Hughes, Head of Student Communications, University of Manchester
Breakout Session
As new freedom of speech laws take effect for universities in the UK, how should we navigate divisive and sensitive debates on campus? What is our role as student communicators in upholding universities' duties around freedom of speech? How do we balance this with our values and duty of care to students?
Our panellists will share a wide variety of experiences, including reactive work in response to challenges, as well as proactive work to encourage more empathetic conversations on campus.