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Understanding and Addressing Affective Polarisation

Name: Understanding and Addressing Affective Polarisation
Start: 2026-10-06T18:30:00+02:00
End: 2026-10-06T20:00:00+02:00
Location: Chemin Eugène-Rigot 2, 1202 Genf, Switzerland

Chemin Eugène-Rigot 2, 1202 Genf, Switzerland
Geneva, Switzerland
Tue, October 6, 2026 (6:30 pm - 8:00 pm)

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Description

Political polarisation is reshaping democracies worldwide, undermining trust and cooperation. This event presents findings from an interdisciplinary project developing practical tools to diagnose affective polarisation, understand its drivers and identify pathways to depolarisation. Drawing on research in Argentina and Ecuador, the discussion will explore how evidence-based, participatory approaches can strengthen democratic dialogue and inform policymakers, civil society and citizens. Speakers : Dr Natalia Aruguete, Universidad Austral, Argentina Dr Palmira Chavero Ramírez, FLASCO, Ecuador Dr Yanina Welp, Graduate Institute

Highlights

Round table discussion on affective polarisation
Featuring experts from Argentina and Ecuador
Part of Democracy Week at the Albert Hirschman Centre

General Information

This event focuses on the impact of political polarisation on democracies and presents findings from an interdisciplinary project. It aims to develop practical tools for diagnosing and addressing affective polarisation, fostering democratic dialogue among policymakers, civil society, and citizens.