Hate and hate-related crimes have been rising globally, underscoring deepening societal divisions and the persistence of prejudice. Statistics from various regions reveal the growing scale of this issue and its disproportionate impact on minority groups.
Set against this backdrop of increasing levels of hatred, what should be the response of governments and societies worldwide? What can be done in communities to foster greater levels of tolerance between different cultures, ethnicities, religions and worldviews? What should be our approach to social media and big tech, which has proved to be a breeding ground for hate? All in all, what actions are needed to tackle hate in society?
