The ban fest

Hate speech: Speech that attacks, threatens, or discriminates against individuals or groups based on attributes such as race, religion, sexual orientation, or nationality.
Hate rallies: Public gatherings organised to promote or incite hate against individuals or groups based on attributes like race, religion, or nationality.
Freedom of speech: The right to express one's opinions and ideas without censorship or restraint, as protected by law in many democracies.
Nan-J: A group of anonymous users in Japan engaged in reporting hate videos online.
5chan: An anonymous Japanese imageboard website, known for its user-generated content and discussions, similar to 4chan.
Censorship: The suppression or prohibition of speech, communication, or information deemed objectionable or harmful by authorities.
Online discourse: Discussions or conversations that occur over the internet, often on forums, social media, or other digital platforms.

How can collective action serve as a powerful antidote to the harmful spread of misinformation and hate? In this episode, we examine a troubling trend between 2009 and 2016 in Japan, where hate speech and rallies targeting Korean residents surged.

A cartoon of a police officer and people using the internet and facing hate speech. © Yukari Mishima

Watch this episode to be inspired by a grassroot movement. We’d be interested to know how you deal with online hate. Not sure about the technical terms used in this video? Below you can find a full breakdown.

Story: Kaori Kohyama
Illustration: Yukari Mishima
Script: Awe Studio
Animation: Awe Studio x Jorge Ramos
Music: Youjin Jeon
Production: Awe Studio
Post-production: Awe Studio x Jorge Ramos
Editorship & Translation: bpb & Goethe-Institut
Scientific Advice: John W. Cheng, Tsuda University / Jeanette Hofmann, Berlin Social Science Center

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