Democracy in Dialogue – A Look Back at an Inspiring Discussion
On November 4, we came together to explore one of the defining challenges of our time — the erosion of liberal democracy and the rise of online radicalization.
Dr. Matthias J. Becker presented the institute’s work and key findings from his international research project Decoding Antisemitism, followed by an insightful panel discussion with Melody Sucharewicz, Michaela Dudley, and Karoline Preisler, moderated by our Chair, Maral Salmassi.
At the Zera Institute, we believe that understanding is the first step toward action.
By uniting science, education, art, and media, we are creating new ways to confront hate — and to defend democracy through knowledge, creativity, and human connection.
A heartfelt thank-you to our supporters and guests — your presence and engagement made this evening truly special.
Lecture by Dr. Matthias J. Becker
Words Have Consequences: Culture, Narratives, and Responsibility in Addressing Antisemitism and Extremism
Maral Salmassi moderated the panel discussion “Words Have Consequences: Culture, Narratives, and Responsibility in Addressing Antisemitism and Extremism” with the following guests:
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Dr. Melody Sucharewicz, Israeli consultant for political communication and strategy
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Karoline Preisler, 2025 Paul Spiegel Award laureate, lawyer, and activist
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Dr. Michaela Dudley, journalist