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Academic Freedom Globally: Its Present and Future

This SoLS Conversation addresses the vital issue of academic freedom and its significance in fostering intellectual inquiry, creativity, and societal progress. Panelists delve into the historical and contemporary challenges to academic freedom across the globe, discussing political, cultural, and institutional constraints that hinder open dialogue and innovation. The session also explores strategies for safeguarding academic autonomy, ensuring that educational institutions remain spaces for critical thinking and knowledge production. With insights from diverse disciplines, this conversation serves as a rallying call to preserve and promote academic freedom as a cornerstone of a thriving democracy and an enlightened society.

Speakers:

• Ajay Skari (University of Minnesota)
• Nivedita Menon (Jawaharlal Nehru University)
• Apoorvanand (University of Delhi

YouTube Link: Academic Freedom Globally: Its Present and Future