|Chapter 5| Conclusion
Second, it is of utmost importance to prevent and react to hate speech
and publicly state that measures will be taken against hate speech from
the core areas of society. It is necessary to state that hate speech will no
longer be accepted and that society is willing to provide countermeasures.
It is first necessary that the government establish measures and put them
into effect. All areas of society including politicians and parties such as
the National Assembly as well as media, religious groups, local groups, and
online platforms should call for policies and promise action.
Third, it is necessary to provide a foundation of self-regulation towards
hate speech and expand regulations. Guidelines on preventing and reacting
to hate speech should be established in all areas of society. Self-regulations
should first be made for areas with large social influence such as public
organizations, schools, media, and online platforms and such regulations
should immediately be put into action.
Fourth, legislation related to hate speech should be reviewed. It is
necessary to investigate such legislation from various perspectives to
maintain the general structure of human rights and guarantee freedom of
expression in reactions to hate speech.
Overcoming the phenomenon of hate that casts a shadow on our society is a
task of utmost importance for the promotion of human rights and democracy.
Our community has a shared responsibility to solve this task. The country and the
public should address the hate that is present in society and work to develop a
society that is free from hate and that fosters respect towards human rights and
diversity with strong willingness and effort.
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