Campus Deplatforming Database

This research documents efforts since 1998 to deplatform speakers and art at U.S. colleges and universities. A deplatforming attempt isn’t just disagreement or protest — it’s an effort to stop someone from speaking or expressing themselves at all. That includes trying to disinvite speakers, cancel events like talks, concerts, plays, or film screenings, or remove controversial art. Trying to disrupt a speech or performance already underway also counts, whether it works or not.

FIRE’s methodology provides additional details. This database is updated every few weeks.