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The Year of Sportswashing

Offered By: Web Summit via YouTube

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Explore the controversial topic of sportswashing in this thought-provoking conference talk from Web Summit. Delve into the critical examination of how major sporting events like the 2022 Winter Olympics in Beijing and the FIFA World Cup in Qatar have become platforms for authoritarian regimes to improve their global image and distract from human rights concerns. Gain insights from experts Miguel Delaney, Joey D'Urso, and Rob Harris as they discuss the intersection of sports and politics, the role of global sporting institutions, and the future implications of this trend. Analyze the complex issues surrounding these high-profile events and their impact on international relations and public perception.

Syllabus

2022: The year of sportswashing?


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