We are organizing a discussion that brings into focus how freedom of assembly and freedom of expression are realized in protests and demonstrations. Join the event at DocPoint – Helsinki Documentary Film Festival on Thursday 5th of February from 18.00 to 19.00.
People have a right to protest peacefully. Protesters are exercising their right to freedom of expression and assembly, which are guaranteed by the international law and the Finnish Constitution. The police have an important role in securing demonstrations.
Are freedom of assembly and freedom of expression realized in demonstrations? Whose voice is heard, and whose freedom of speech is protected? How do the police act as the guarantor of freedom of assembly in practice?
The participants in the discussion are Jari Taponen, Safety and Effectiveness Expert who previously led the preventive work of the Helsinki Police, civil society activist Ditmar Hasanaj and Amnesty’s Policy Adviser Anu Tuukkanen. The discussion is led by Amnesty’s Press Officer Mikaela Remes.
Join the event at Kinopalatsi 5 (Kaisaniemenkatu 2, Helsinki) on Thursday 5th of February from 18.00 to 19.00. The event is open to everyone and free of charge.
The discussion is in English.
The event is part of the DocPoint – Helsinki Documentary Film Festival.