Students' Perspective on Freedom of Expression and Hate  Speech in Albanian Universities

Dorina  Gjipali; Pranvera  Beqiraj; Llambi  Prendi

doi:10.36941/ajis-2024-0092

Authors

Dorina Gjipali Ph.D., Law Department Aleksandër Moisiu University, Durrës, Albania
Pranvera Beqiraj Ph.D., Law Department Aleksandër Moisiu University, Durrës, Albania
Llambi Prendi Assoc. Prof., Economics Department Aleksandër Moisiu University, Durrës, Albania

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.36941/ajis-2024-0092

Keywords:

freedom of expression, hate speech, university students, academic environment, Albania

Abstract

This article presents an analysis of the perspective of university students in Albania toward freedom of expression and hate speech within the academic environment. This study confidently investigates Albanian university students’ attitudes and perceptions towards freedom of expression, its significance in academic institutions, and its relationship with principles of equality and non-discrimination. Based on survey data collected from 622 participants, the study examines student’s attitudes toward the freedom of expression and hate speech. Study results strongly support previous research that highlights the significance of freedom of expression for young people in high educational institutions. The high level of participant agreement on the importance of freedom of expression in this study provides further evidence of the universal recognition of this fundamental right. The study contributes valuable insights to the discourse on freedom of expression and its implications for fostering inclusive and respectful academic environments in Albania.

Received: 20 February 2024 / Accepted: 30 April 2024 / Published: 5 May 2024