Welcome to the MSB Semiotic School


According to its own account, Meta has long prohibited hate speech, bullying, certain political orientations, sexual content, and some other forms of expression deemed harmful in order to protect 'protected characteristics': including race, ethnicity, national origin, disability, religious affiliation, caste, sexual orientation, sex, gender identity, and serious diseases.

The school initiates its work by critically examining the unjustifiable aspects of Meta's censorship policies. Semiotic School activities are part of our broader efforts within Metacracy studies, which aim to leverage the power of the Metaverse to address social injustice and redefine the semiosphere of democracy.

Call For Action
Worksop:DemocraticallyLoaded AL

Semiosphere
Starting Date: October 2026
Registration Deadline: July 2026

Course Call: Democracy as Grammar

Starting Date: September 2026
Registration Deadline: April 2026


This workshop examines the boundaries set by AI designers: which themes and narratives are restricted, why these limitations exist, and the consequences of such censorship on knowledge, creativity, and cultural discourse. Participants will explore how AI-mediated filtering shapes what can be expressed, accessed, and experienced, and how these invisible boundaries influence both individual perception and collective understanding.
Through a combination of theoretical reflection and practical exercises, attendees will develop skills to critically engage with AI systems, understand the implicit values and biases embedded in algorithmic design, and experiment with strategies to create ethically aware, meaningful, and culturally resonant digital environments.




The rigor of Meta's content moderation policies is relevant only within certain language games, which are shaped by specific grammatical, cultural, and social norms. However, the identification and differentiation of these language games extend far beyond the scope of Meta itself. Understanding how these language games operate — and how they shape our interpretation of speech and meaning — is crucial for creating a more democratic and inclusive digital space.


In the "Democracy as Grammar" research unit, the MSB Semiotic School invites students to explore the intersection of grammar, democracy, and digital media. This course will critically examine how platforms like Meta construct and enforce language rules that govern online behavior, often imposing rigid standards that fail to account for the diversity of user experiences and cultures.







 Join us to engage with these critical questions, and to contribute to the effort to build a fair and inclusive digital future, where grammar can be a tool for liberation rather than restriction.

For further information regarding course registration, please contact us at:
info@metaschoolberlin.de