Observatory of Hate -

See. Monitor. React. (a grant project; 2026)

The project is a response to the sharp rise in physical violence and disinformation targeting Ukrainians in Poland, which has been observed in recent months. Preliminary monitoring conducted as part of the preparation of the grant application revealed a clear link between the escalation of hate speech in Polish-language channels on Telegram and acts of aggression in the real world.

The project’s goal is to systematically monitor the Polish and Ukrainian information environments, detect harmful messages, and track their path from anonymous Telegram channels to the mainstream of public discourse. Concurrently, the project involves documenting specific cases of violence and conflicts motivated by hatred toward Ukrainians, as well as reporting on their subsequent legal proceedings to demonstrate the state’s response to such acts, in the form of a publicly accessible tracker.

As a result of these activities, a systematic body of knowledge will be developed regarding the mechanisms of disinformation and hate speech dissemination, as well as their effects. The project contributes to raising awareness among journalists, policymakers, and ordinary citizens, as well as to strengthening the sense of security among Ukrainians living in Poland.