Call for papers/Topics

Here are some broad topics for a conference on Humanities and Social Sciences in the 21st Century:

Global Challenges and Human Response

  • Climate Change and Environmental Justice
  • Migration and Displacement
  • Global Health Crises
  • Inequality and Social Justice
  • Digital Divide and Technological Inequality

Culture, Identity, and Society

  • Cultural Heritage and Preservation
  • Globalization and Cultural Exchange
  • Identity Politics and Social Movements
  • Gender, Sexuality, and Intersectionality
  • Art, Literature, and Popular Culture in the 21st Century

Politics, Economics, and International Relations

  • Democracy, Authoritarianism, and Political Polarization
  • Economic Inequality and Social Mobility
  • International Cooperation and Conflict
  • Human Rights and International Law
  • The Future of Work and the Gig Economy

Philosophy, Ethics, and Religion

  • Existentialism in the 21st Century
  • Ethics of Emerging Technologies
  • Religion and Secularism
  • Philosophy of Mind and Consciousness
  • The Role of Religion in Contemporary Society

History and Memory

  • Historical Trauma and Reconciliation
  • Public History and Heritage
  • Digital History and Archival Practices
  • The Politics of Memory and Commemoration
  • Global History and Transnationalism

Technology and Society

  • Artificial Intelligence and Ethics
  • Digital Humanities and Social Sciences
  • Surveillance and Privacy
  • Social Media and Online Communities
  • The Future of Education and Learning

Interdisciplinary Themes

  • The Human Condition in the Anthropocene
  • The Role of the Humanities and Social Sciences in Policymaking
  • Public Engagement and Outreach
  • Interdisciplinary Research Methods
  • The Future of Higher Education