Knowledge for a stronger democracy
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Democracy is facing challenges in many parts of the world. In Sweden, too, polarization, disinformation and questioning of science and facts are visible. Why is this happening and what can we do about it? And how can knowledge transfer contribute to strengthening our democratic society?
Democracy is facing major challenges in the world and fewer and fewer people live in democratically governed countries. Polarization, disinformation and a growing questioning of experts and research-based knowledge are also challenges in Sweden. One way to counteract this trend is to share knowledge. By making research-based knowledge available, we can address inaccuracies, provide decision-makers with evidence, and strengthen confidence in the research process. At the same time, decisions need to take into account more than what science shows. Values, economics and attitudes in society are often crucial. Therefore, we need to be open about what proposals and decisions are based on.
Welcome to an urgent conversation over coffee in the Garden of the Future! Learn about good examples and share your own experiences and ideas. Let's discuss together how we can contribute to securing a democratic future.
Participants
- Cilla Benkö, CEO, Swedish RadioLinus Sköld, Chairman, Society of Members of Parliament and Researchers (Rifo), SCissi Askwall, moderator, Swedish Research Council
- Annika Östman Wernerson, President, Karolinska Institutet
- Elham B. Rostami, Researcher and Member, Young Academy of Sweden
