Events

Visual Power, Representation, and Migration Law: A Book Launch in Context

Date: 3 September 2024
Time: 9 AM Helsinki Time / 4 PM Canberra Time
Platform:  https://helsinki.zoom.us/j/68268125032?pwd=XFCN5H8reRGHiRGEhdeqQnrsmrypPK.1

Meeting ID: 682 6812 5032 Passcode: 510169

Description:

Join us for a compelling seminar centered on Professor Dorota Anna Gozdecka’s book, Visual Power, Representation, and Migration Law. This online event will feature a panel of esteemed scholars discussing how the book’s themes relate to current global issues, including recent riots in the UK and rising anti-migration sentiments worldwide.

About the Book:

Visual Power, Representation, and Migration Law examines how visual representations—such as media images, political cartoons, and governmental posters—shape and are shaped by migration law and policy. Professor Gozdecka explores the dynamic interplay between visual culture and legal frameworks, arguing that visual representations play a crucial role in framing public perceptions and influencing legal decisions related to migration. The book provides a critical analysis of how visual narratives impact the lived experiences of migrants and the formulation of migration policies.

Panelists:

• Professor Dorota Anna Gozdecka (University of Helsinki)
• Professor Kimmo Nuotio (University  of Helsinki)
• Professor Emerita Margaret Thornton (Australian National University)
• Associate Professor Sanna Mustasaari (University of Joensuu)

Agenda:

• Introduction: Professor Dorota Anna Gozdecka will introduce key concepts from her book, focusing on the role of visual representation in shaping migration law and public perception.
• Panel Discussions: Each panelist will provide a 15-20 minute commentary, exploring how the book’s insights can be applied to recent events such as the UK riots and increasing global anti-migration sentiment. The discussion will contextualize the themes of the book by discussing these recent events and their connection to visual culture and evolving legal frameworks.
• Q&A and Discussion: A 20-30-minute interactive session for audience members to engage with the panelists, discuss the implications of recent global events, and explore their connections to the themes of the book.

How to Join:

No registration is required—simply join us on Zoom on the 3rd of September. We look forward to a stimulating discussion and your participation!