The Metamorphosis Foundation invites you to an interactive panel discussion on “Countering Anti-EU Narratives and Hate Speech in the Western Balkans: Challenges and Responses.”
This session will unpack the most persistent anti-EU narratives shaping public opinion across the region. We’ll explore how political actors, partisan media, and ideological groups frame the EU as a threat to identity, sovereignty, or traditional values—and how these narratives have evolved in recent years. Our discussion will also examine their impact on EU integration paths and the interplay between internal political crises and external geopolitical pressures.
Beyond narratives, we’ll address how hate speech amplifies anti-EU rhetoric—often targeting minorities, civil society, and pro-European voices—fueling polarization and legitimizing Euroscepticism. The webinar will offer practical strategies for media professionals, civil society, and policymakers to counter disinformation, mitigate hate speech, and strengthen resilience against coordinated anti-EU messaging.
Featured Speakers:
- Barbara Halla – Journalist, Faktoje
Topic: Disinformation challenges in Albania - Festim Rizanaj – Researcher, Hybrid Info
Topic: Disinformation challenges in Kosovo - Nikola Petrović – Founder & Director, ISAC
Topic: Disinformation challenges in Serbia - Anja Anđušić – Media Monitor, RDN
Topic: Hate speech trends in the Western Balkans
Working language: English
This event is part of Media Literacy Days (17–24 November 2025).
Register to join via Zoom