Hybrid Conference – Online Hate, Harm and Victimisation: Emerging Challenges for Research and Practice

On 31st January 2026 by Mark Walters

Thursday 4 June 2026, 9:30 am – 4:30 pm BST, online and Newcastle, UK

 

A British Society of Criminology hybrid conference presented jointly by the BSC Hate Crime & Victims Networks

In a world where information, misinformation and disinformation can be created and shared speedily through online platforms, including social media, so to can abuse, hostility and violence be similarly shared.

A one-day hybrid conference organised by the BSC Hate Crime Network and BSC Victims Network, hosted by Northumbria University. The aim of this conference is to examine the perpetration and impacts of online hate and hostility. The conference aims to inform academics, students,  policy makers, practitioners, professionals and interested others. The conference is free to attend, ether online or in-person in Newcastle.

Any queries can be directed to:

• Dr Stephanie Fohring, Northumbria University, Email: stephanie.fohring@northumbria.ac.uk
• Dr Rachel Keighley, University of Leicester, Email: rachel.keighley@leicester.ac.uk

IN PERSON ATTENDEES: 

Venue: The Great Hall, Sutherland Building. Northumbria University, Ellison Place, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, NE1 8ST

Dietary Requirements: if you are attending in person and have a specific dietary requirement or food allergy please contact us directly to ensure we will cater for you: bschatecrimenetwork@mail.com

ONLINE ATTENDEES: 

Alternatively you can join us Online via Microsoft Teams (joining instructions and links to be sent later). 

 

Find more information and book your free place here: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/bschatecrimenetwork/1975722

This event will be held online and at the Great Hall, Sutherland Building. Northumbria University, Ellison Place, Newcastle, UK.