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This keynote speech was recorded on Thursday, May 14, 2026.
Hatred often goes unrecognized as a force that shapes not only societies, but the health and wellbeing of individuals and communities. Emerging evidence shows that hatred amplified by conflict, inequality, and digital platforms contributes to violence, psychosocial trauma, chronic stress, and intergenerational harm. Its impacts can extend into biological stress responses, trauma-related disorders, gut-brain interactions, and potential epigenetic modifications that carry cumulative social harm across generations
In this keynote, Dr. Prof. Izzeldin Abuelaish, who is the founder and leader of The Global Institute for the Study of Socio-endemic Diseases, Hatred, Health and Peace (GISED) at KU Leuven, examines how interdisciplinary research is advancing understanding of hatred as a preventable public health threat and determinant of health. This keynote also explores the possibility of compassionate action as a pathway to healing unseen wounds, restoring trust, and building healthier, more peaceful societies.
Learn more about the Charter here: charterforcompassion.org
This keynote speech was recorded on Thursday, May 14, 2026.
Hatred often goes unrecognized as a force that shapes not only societies, but the health and wellbeing of individuals and communities. Emerging evidence shows that hatred amplified by conflict, inequality, and digital platforms contributes to violence, psychosocial trauma, chronic stress, and intergenerational harm. Its impacts can extend into biological stress responses, trauma-related disorders, gut-brain interactions, and potential epigenetic modifications that carry cumulative social harm across generations
In this keynote, Dr. Prof. Izzeldin Abuelaish, who is the founder and leader of The Global Institute for the Study of Socio-endemic Diseases, Hatred, Health and Peace (GISED) at KU Leuven, examines how interdisciplinary research is advancing understanding of hatred as a preventable public health threat and determinant of health. This keynote also explores the possibility of compassionate action as a pathway to healing unseen wounds, restoring trust, and building healthier, more peaceful societies.
Learn more about the Charter here: charterforcompassion.org
