Díky, že můžem: The Age of Authoritarianism

This discussion will explore the topic of authoritarian regimes in the contemporary world and focus on how to recognise them even in environments that at first glance appear democratic. Together with our guests, we will examine how authoritarianism gradually emerges – via the weakening of institutions, the media and the courts – and what role social media and modern technology play in this process. We will present concrete examples from real life as well as the personal experiences of people living in authoritarian countries, including impacts on everyday life. At the same time, we will explore whether and where we see similar trends today, and how to better navigate them.  

Organised by the association Díky, že můžem (Thanks That We Can) in cooperation with the Václav Havel Library. 

Journalist Vojtěch Boháč (Voxpot), language philosopher Tomáš Kobližek, and sociology student Nikita Dvurechenskii accepted the invitation to the debate. The debate is moderated by Hana Strašáková from Díky, že můžem.