{"id":132689,"date":"2025-11-30T17:59:16","date_gmt":"2025-11-30T17:59:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/npasyria.com\/en\/?p=132689"},"modified":"2025-11-30T18:00:16","modified_gmt":"2025-11-30T18:00:16","slug":"session-in-qamishli-seeks-to-combat-hate-speech-on-social-media","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/npasyria.com\/en\/132689\/","title":{"rendered":"Session in Qamishli seeks to combat hate speech on Social Media"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

QAMISHLI, Syria (North Press) <\/strong>\u2013 The Stabilization Support Center in Qamishli hosted on Sunday a special session focused on promoting positive communication and reducing hate speech within the community. The session is part of a larger campaign to combat the rise of hate speech, particularly on social media platforms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The event, titled \u201cA Word that Brings Us Closer,\u201d aims to address the growing concern over toxic discourse online. Hani Salama, the Director of Programs at the Stabilization Support Center and Coordinator of the campaign, explained to North Press that the primary goal is to counteract the increase in hateful rhetoric, which has become more prominent on social media in recent years. \u201cWe want to change the negative perceptions and narratives that are being spread,\u201d Salama said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The session brought together influential social media figures and key community leaders to amplify the campaign\u2019s message. Salama noted that the presence of these influencers is critical in expanding the reach of the campaign, encouraging greater engagement, and fostering a broader shift towards more constructive online conversations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Discussions during the session revolved around the causes behind the rise of hate speech, particularly in the digital sphere, and the role of social media influencers in countering such harmful rhetoric. The meeting also focused on how to address these challenges and foster a more positive and respectful online environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThis session marks the beginning of our campaign against hate speech. We plan to hold further sessions to raise awareness and actively engage the community in efforts to combat hatred and division,\u201d Salama added.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As part of its ongoing efforts, the Stabilization Support Center plans to host more sessions in the coming months, aiming to engage a wider range of participants in their fight against hate speech and misinformation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

By Atoun Jan<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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