Hate Speech in Palestinian Digital Media: Patterns, Repercussions, and Approaches to Confronting It

An analytical study of hate-speech patterns on Palestinian digital platforms and their effects on civil peace and social cohesion.

Author

Dr. Khaled Ibrahim

Date

2024-09-05

Key points

• Digital hate speech multiplied by 340% during periods of military escalation.
• Youth groups are both the most prolific producers of hate content and the most exposed to it.
• Palestinian legislation lacks clear provisions against digital hate speech.

Recommendations

• Enact digital legislation criminalising hate speech while safeguarding freedom of expression.
• Training programmes for journalists on responsible coverage of internal conflicts.
• Create an independent monitoring unit to track hostile digital discourse.