In this episode of In Context, Rector Louis Patrick Leroux welcomes Professor Aliaa Dakroury, Full Professor in the School of Social Communication at Saint Paul University. Together, they explore how communication has evolved—from human rights frameworks and international policies to the fast-changing digital platforms that shape how we speak, listen and connect today.

Professor Dakroury discusses the right to communicate, tracing its philosophical and legal roots, and highlighting Canada’s contributions to shaping this global principle. The conversation also touches on how we navigate today’s complex media environment, the impact of technology on real dialogue, and what effective, responsible communication requires in an era of noise, speed, and constant performance.
They also dive into online teaching, discussing what we gained, what we lost, and how educators can create meaningful connection in virtual spaces.

Questions to reflect on:

• Are we truly communicating—or simply producing content?

• How do the tools we choose shape the messages we send and the relationships we build?

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