The workshop "Russian Society and War"/"Russische Gesellschaft und Krieg," conducted by Dr. Roman Smirnov, was successfully held on December 15th at Leibniz Universität Hannover. The workshop attracted significant audience attention. The structure of the workshop was divided into three key parts to ensure a deep and comprehensive review of the topic:
1. Ideology and Propaganda
Dr. Smirnov began the event with a detailed analysis of the "Russkiy Mir" (Russian World) concept, including the foreign and domestic policy frameworks within which it operates. Specific attention was given to discussing the so-called "traditional" or "conservative" values, highlighting their significance as a central element of the current propaganda narrative.
2. Sociological Analysis
The second segment was dedicated to examining sociological research data concerning Russian identity. An emphasis was placed on the issues of aggressiveness and the readiness for violence within contemporary Russian society, supported by empirical data.
3. Regional Perspectives: Documentary Screening
The final part included a screening of three episodes from the documentary series "Lenin Again." This provided the participants with a unique, authorial perspective on life in various regions of Russia. Dr. Smirnov moderated the subsequent discussion, during which the series' content was examined through the lens of the modern sociological data previously presented, allowing parallels to be drawn.
The participants demonstrated a high level of engagement, posing thoughtful questions, which confirmed the relevance and importance of the event for a critical understanding of the complex realities of contemporary Russian society.
