The Great Debate: Does social media unite or divide us?

A Social Sciences Week special event
Tuesday 10 September
National Library of Australia

In an era where social media shapes our interactions and perceptions, the lines between connection and division have never been more blurred. With rising concerns about misinformation, online bans and the impact of digital echo chambers, we must ask: is social media bringing us together or tearing us apart?

An evening of compelling debate took place at the National Library of Australia as academics and authors Professor Lisa Given and Distinguished Professor Anthony Elliott AM tackled this pressing question. Guided by former Seriously Social podcast host and journalist Ginger Gorman, the speakers delved into the complexities of our digital age, exploring whether social media is a force for unity or division.

Proudly presented by the Academy of the Social Sciences in Australia and the National Library of Australia, the Great Debate was an evening that challenged perspectives and ignited curiosity.