As an important source of information, media creates a certain perception of society. This perception can be quite narrow: one, which emphasizes the categories of who is the “Self” and who is the “Other”, therefore, laying the foundation for fear, tension, short-minded nationalism, hate and intolerance. On the other hand, the media may also construct a more welcoming world view and invite people to look at the world as a shelter for everyone in our society. 

As it is very important for journalists to understand the nature of hate speech and how it disseminates, we put together a guide in three languages.