Sylvie Bacquet 2025. Bridging the diversity gap in the law and religion classroom: between self-censorship and mutual respect. The Law Teacher. Advanced online publication. https://doi.org/10.1080/03069400.2025.2585426
| Title | Bridging the diversity gap in the law and religion classroom: between self-censorship and mutual respect |
|---|---|
| Type | Journal article |
| Authors | Sylvie Bacquet |
| Abstract | This article explores the dynamics and sensitivities of the law and religion classroom in relation to freedom of expression within legal education. It draws on data collected as part of a small-scale study on self-censorship within a law and religion classroom at a central London law school. The study looks at the extent to which legal academics and students feel safe to discuss sensitive topics within the classroom environment. It focuses on the wider debate around self-censorship and cancel culture within higher education. It concludes that despite numerous challenges, it is possible to create a respectful environment where all voices are heard without sacrificing academic freedom and that there is a thin line between self-censorship and mutual respect. |
| Journal | The Law Teacher |
| ISSN | 0306-9400 |
| 1943-0353 | |
| Year | 2025 |
| Publisher | Taylor & Francis |
| Publisher's version | License CC BY-NC-ND 4.0 File Access Level Open (open metadata and files) |
| Digital Object Identifier (DOI) | https://doi.org/10.1080/03069400.2025.2585426 |
| Web address (URL) | https://doi.org/10.1080/03069400.2025.2585426 |
| Publication dates | |
| Published | 09 Dec 2025 |