PEN MAGAZINE

Symposium Explores the Nature of Freedom of Speech

Published in PEN Magazine (November 2014, print only), this article covered the one-day Free Speech 2014 symposium hosted by the Australian Human Rights Commission in Sydney. The event examined the right to freedom of speech in Australia, including legal, social, and philosophical dimensions. Key speakers included Professor Gillian Triggs, Tim Wilson, Chris Berg, and Dr Roger Clarke, who discussed topics such as Section 18C of the Racial Discrimination Act, balancing freedoms, and the role of social versus legislative change in promoting free expression. The article highlighted debates on the limits of speech, government regulation, and the importance of public discourse in a democratic society.

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