Lecture on Euthanasia
Tue 24 March | Kargadoor | 20:00
Who should decide when a life ends? For some, euthanasia represents compassion and care in the face of unbearable suffering. For others, it symbolizes the downfall of society and our obsession with autonomy.
Euthanasia is a topic that often inspires people to speak from emotion rather than reality and has become a frequent target of misinformation. This talk will provide you with the facts, figures, and forum you need to navigate this complex issue.
After this evening you’ll have the answers to the questions you’ve always wanted to ask on medically assisted dying. How did the Netherlands become the first country to legalize euthanasia? What are the rules and regulations? Are there death panels? Do people with psychological problems qualify? And how exactly is it performed? Ask Miriam Saridi, a lawyer specializing in health law who works for the Euthanasia Review Committee, anything!