From May 24 to May 31, 2024, the picturesque town of Filadelfia, Italy, served
as the backdrop for the kickoff training of the No Hate Embassy Fellowship.
This immersive event gathered fellows and national coordinators from six
countries - Romania, Italy, France, Morocco, Tunisia, and Egypt - creating a
vibrant cross-cultural collaboration and dialogue.
The primary objective of this kickoff training was to foster connection among
participants and encourage them to reflect on their identities and the harsh
realities of hate speech within their respective national contexts. Using the
Manual for Civil Society Organizations. Guidelines on addressing hate
speech
and the
Advanced guide to analysing a case of hate speech
proposed by the Council of Europe, fellows unpacked the complexities of hate
speech as it relates to their regions.
Participants also engaged with the GAMMMA+ model, a strategic tool designed to
assist in planning effective digital campaigns that bring counter narratives.
This hands-on approach equipped the fellows with the necessary skills to
address hate speech narratives and promote positive change within their
communities.
The training set the stage for the No Hate Embassy (NHE) campaign,
which is scheduled to launch on June 18, 2025, coinciding with the
International Day Against Hate Speech. This campaign aims to counteract
various forms of hate speech across the participating countries by developing
counternarratives and organizing on-site events to engage local stakeholders.
The kickoff training in Filadelfia marked the beginning of an exciting journey
for the fellows of the No Hate Embassy Fellowship. With a focus on
collaboration, reflection, and action, this program aims to equip young
leaders with the tools they need to combat hate speech and foster a culture of
tolerance and inclusion across the Euro-Mediterranean region.
Background information
The No Hate Embassy Fellowship is a six-month immersive experience designed
for young, active individuals who are passionate about deconstructing hate
speech narratives and leading positive change in the Euro-Mediterranean
region. This Erasmus+ KA2 Capacity-building project aims to combat the rise of
hate speech, hate crimes, xenophobia, and extremism by empowering youth to
take action.
- Duration: April - October 2025
- Participating countries: France, Italy, Romania, Egypt, Morocco, Tunisia
- Format: Blended learning (online activities + in-person training)
Fellows will engage in a variety of activities, including:
- Deep understanding of hate speech dynamics: Participants will learn about the complexities of hate speech and its impact on society.
- Digital campaign creation and management: Fellows will work collaboratively to create impactful digital campaigns addressing hate speech.
- Content creation for social impact: They will develop skills in crafting messages that resonate with their communities.
- Event planning and facilitation: Organizing local dissemination events will empower fellows to engage with their communities effectively.
More information on the #NoHateEmbassy project can be found
here.