Summit Overview On October 17-18, 2024, The Future of Free Speech and Vanderbilt University will host the inaugural Global Free Speech Summit, an event to discuss the most pressing challenges threatening freedom of expression worldwide and identify impactful solutions to reinvigorate this fundamental freedom. About the Summit Oct. 17-18, 2024 | Nashville, TN On October 17-18, 2024, […]
Experts from academia, the tech industry, and civil society will discuss the type of speech AI should be permitted to generate, and how to balance freedom of expression and safety. Crucial to this discussion is the debate surrounding open- and closed-source models in Generative AI. Some experts have argued that open-source models provide greater freedom […]
Counterspeech is the practice of responding to speech that seems harmful or offensive. It can take many forms, such as challenging, debunking, or critiquing harmful speech, amplifying alternative viewpoints, providing accurate information, and fostering empathy and understanding. During these training sessions, experts in the field will provide valuable insights into the meaning, role, and use […]