Archives - Program 2019

The rise of populism is both frightening and fascinating, especially because populist leaders use the people as an unquestionable argument for their legitimacy. Three women suggest a feminist reading of these populisms, which are so often led by "strong men".

Societies are agitated by broad social mobilizations that are an expression of mistrust towards institutions and reflect a crisis of political representation. But is populism really an adequate response to this crisis? One could argue that populism is a threat to democracy. Those who voice dissenting opinions are immediately accused of being enemies of this absolutist and supposedly unanimous people... How can we understand the return of "strong men" who exclude minorities? What are the consequences, both for fundamental human rights and for the coexistence of our societies? Finally, how can we have a feminist interpretation of these populisms?

When the War Comes, by Jan Gebert, traces the path of a Slovak paramilitary militia, the rise of these groups, and the authorities’ permissive attitude.
The debate will be held in English, French and Portugese with simultaneous French and English translation

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Co-presented with the Diplomatic Club of Geneva and the Internazionale journal