A key challenge in advancing academic freedom is fostering inter- and transnational exchanges that allow for sharing experiences and mutual learning. In response to the global rise of authoritarianism and closing spaces of critical scholarship, numerous regional initiatives, networks and coalitions have emerged in recent years. As part of the?Berlin Brandenburg Academic Freedom Week 2026External link?and in close cooperation with co²libri, the BCGE will host an online workshop bringing together these international, transregional and interdisciplinary Academic Freedom Initiatives and Networks along with key science-policy actors. The workshop will explore practical lessons on protecting academic freedom on a transnational and interdisciplinary level to map out and highlight repertoires and ways universities can actively support these efforts.

The event is upon invitation only. In case you are interested in participating, please contact the BCGE (bcge@berlin-university-alliance.de).

Organizers:

Berlin Center for Global Engagement (BCGE), Berlin University Alliance (BUA) and

co2libriExternal link?– Conceptual Collaboration: Living Borderless Research Interaction (ZMO/FU/HU)

Time & Place

2026/05/19 | 12:00 - 15:00

Online

Related Links

• Berlin-Brandenburg Academic Freedom Week: Academic Freedom – Safeguarding and (Re-)constructing Space, Networks, and Knowledge, 18-22 May 2026External link
• Program of the Berlin Brandenburg Academic Freedom Week 2026External link