Should all speech be allowed, or should some language be restricted in the interests of safety and public order? Many countries are introducing legislation that criminalises certain words and opinions. Some argue this protects vulnerable groups. Others see it as censorship and a threat to open debate. In this lesson we will examine how far freedom of expression should go, where the limits should be, and who gets to decide. *My full italki profile: https://www.italki.com/en/teacher/8425021

By the end of this lesson you will have: 1. Learnt vocabulary and clear legal definitions of hate speech and hate crime. 2. Analysed real examples of restricted or criminalised speech. 3. Debated the boundaries between protection, offence, and censorship. 4. Practised expressing strong viewpoints in a clear, diplomatic manner. 5. Received written feedback on your communication style. 6. Taken part in a challenging and structured discussion.