Namibia

Human Rights Activist Engages Meta On Social Media And Hate Speech

today30 October, 2024

Background

Human rights activist Linda Baumann addressed the role of social media in shaping conversations around hate speech, particularly concerning the LGBTQ+ community in Namibia and beyond. Baumann, who’s now engaging social media giant Meta, emphasized that while social media has undeniably increased visibility for marginalized groups, it also provides a platform for inciting violence and spreading hate.

 

Written by: Leonard Witbeen