30.04.2007:
Forum on the Media Law
The Academy for Peace and Development (APD) is pleased
to invite you to the Forum for Civic Dialogue, a regularly held
public gathering at which pertinent political, social and developmental
issues are openly discussed and ideas for solving them are freely
exchanged.
The Press Law has been passed by the House of Representatives.
Since its endorsement the law has been controversial and has not
resolved disputes over the role of the media in the country. Therefore,
the following topic will be discussed in the Forum:
"THE MEDIA LAW: How should the Media
Law function in a democratic society with a guarantee of the freedom
of expression in a positive regulatory environment?"
The discussion will be introduced by Adan Haji Ali,
University of Hargeisa, Department of Law & The Legal Clinic. The
Forum will take place on
Tuesday, 30th April at 7:00 PM at
the Maansoor Hotel.
The key questions for discussion are as follows:
- What is the nature and scope of the current Press Law, and why
is it controversial?
- What are the gaps, is there a need for other regulatory frameworks?
- Which self-regulatory mechanisms should be in place and by whom?
Is there a need to establish a National Media Regulatory Body?
Ground rules for the Forum:
- Focus on the topic for the night and focus on the issues- no
personal attacks please.
- Feel free to present any viewpoint relevant to the topic under
discussion.
- We expect tolerance, civility, and respect from all sides to
all sides- the aim is to promote the best for Somaliland, not
to score a point against someone or a group.
- Allow and encourage participation from audience-we value participation
dialogue.
- Respect the time allocated to you-do not feel offended if you
are kept to the time allocated to you.
- The Chair reserves the right to direct questions and answers
to ensure productive dialogue.
Your participation would be greatly appreciated and welcome. For
more information regarding the event, please contact: Mohamoud Omar
at 4414574 (mobile) or the Academy's Office at 520304 (Telesom).
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