Workshop
Are there better and worse ways to disagree with one another? This workshop considers what underpins and threatens responsible debate.
The outcomes of this discussion will i
Workshop
Migration and border control are used as increasingly divisive political tools. This often leads to a fear around asking questions and engaging with such sensitive topic. However there are legitimate questions to be asked around how and if migration should be managed.
This event aims to stimulate an open and intellectual debate around the ethics of border control. What are the consequences of migration and what are the responsibilities of states to protect the quality of life?
Panel members:
- Hugh McLachlan, Professor Emeritus of Applied Philosophy at Glasgow Caledonian University
- Dr Chris Gilligan. Senior Lecturer, School of Media, Culture and Society, University of the West of Scotland
This event is being presented as part of the RSE’s Curious Festival Programme.
Event Details
Date & Time
Saturday 3 August 2019
1:00pm – 3:00pm
Location:
The Royal Society of Edinburgh
22-26 George Street
Edinburgh
EH2 2PQnform our project to create a Scottish Charter for Responsible Public Debate.
NB – This workshop will not promote or critique any particular political parties or positions; its organisers will maintain a politically neutral position, and will encourage workshop participants to do the same, while exploring issues around responsible debate.
This event is being presented as part of the RSE’s Curious Festival Programme.
Event Details
Date & Time
Sunday 25 August 2019
2:00pm
Location:
The Royal Society of Edinburgh
22-26 George Street
Edinburgh
EH2 2PQ
