The Role of the New Fourth Estate in Renewing Democracy
Event outline
Conference 04 December 2025 – 06 December 2025
Event Type In-Person
Themes
Democracy
Technology
Location Ditchley Park
The Role of the New Fourth Estate in Renewing Democracy
This conference will grapple with the critical juncture of media and democracy. Discussions will centre on how the media landscape, facing challenges like misinformation, financial instability, and political polarisation, can uphold its vital role in fostering a resilient democracy. It will explore strategies to ensure media pluralism, support independent journalism, and promote media literacy among citizens. The conference will also address the ethical considerations and potential regulatory frameworks needed to navigate the evolving digital sphere, ensuring that new technologies serve to strengthen, rather than undermine, democratic processes and public discourse.