2026

When language divides: Polarisation, hate speech and conspiracy theories

What happens to democracy when language becomes toxic and threatening? What are some examples in Denmark and the Nordics of disagreement turning into outright hostility? And can news media do more to build bridges in society? These are some of the fundamental questions that a new group of fellows at the Nordic Humanities Centre will be working on in 2026.

Nordic Humanities Centre's conference at Christiansborg: Topical topic filled the hall

On Thursday 15 January, the Nordic Humanities Center hosted a well-attended conference entitled "In the Shadow of War: Denmark, the Nordics and the return of geopolitics". It took place in the Parliament Hall at Christiansborg and gathered 170 people.