Tentative Program

Conference Programme

Tentative Conference Agenda

Explore the proposed two-day programme developed around the conference Session Tracks and aligned United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.

Conference Format Hybrid Conference In-person and virtual participation
Programme 2 Days 18โ€“19 November 2026
Academic Scope 11 Tracks Conference Session Tracks
Research Scope 20 Areas Call for Papers themes
SDG Alignment 7 SDGs SDGs 1, 8, 10, 11, 13, 15 and 16
Tentative Agenda & Timings

Session timings, sequence, track grouping and allocations are tentative and subject to change. Final timings will be confirmed closer to the conference. All timings follow the local time of the conference location.

Day 01

Opening, Keynote & Technical Sessions

18 NOV 2026 HYBRID
  1. 09:00 AM 09:30 AM

    Registration, Welcome Kit Collection & Virtual Check-in

    Participant arrival, credential verification and virtual lobby access.

    HYBRID
  2. 09:30 AM 09:45 AM

    Networking Tea & Digital Welcome

    Informal networking for on-site and virtual participants.

    HYBRID
  3. 09:45 AM 10:30 AM

    Welcome Address, Opening Plenary & Keynote Presentation I

    Opening of the conference and introduction to its research focus.

    PLENARY
  4. 10:30 AM 12:30 PM

    Concurrent Technical Session I

    3 TRACKS
    Track 01
    Power Dynamics in Ethnographic Research
    1016
    Track Overview

    This track explores the intricate power relations that shape ethnographic research practices. It aims to critically examine how researchers navigate power dynamics within their fieldwork and the implications for representation and voice.

    Track 02
    Cultural Perspectives on Identity Formation
    1016
    Track Overview

    This session focuses on the role of cultural narratives in the construction of identity across various societies. Participants will analyze how cultural contexts influence individual and collective identities in a globalized world.

    Track 03
    Politics of Justice in Diverse Societies
    16
    Track Overview

    This track investigates the intersection of politics and justice within different cultural frameworks. It seeks to understand how varying cultural perspectives shape notions of justice and influence institutional practices.

  5. 12:30 PM 01:30 PM

    Lunch & Networking Break

    Refreshment interval and networking opportunity.

    BREAK
  6. 01:30 PM 03:30 PM

    Concurrent Technical Session II

    3 TRACKS
    Track 04
    Inequality and Social Change: Ethnographic Insights
    11016
    Track Overview

    This session highlights ethnographic studies that reveal the complexities of inequality and social change. Participants will discuss how cultural perspectives inform our understanding of systemic inequalities and the pathways to social transformation.

    Track 05
    Globalization and Local Cultures: A Dual Perspective
    811
    Track Overview

    This track examines the impact of globalization on local cultures and the resulting power dynamics. It invites discussions on how cultural resilience and adaptation manifest in the face of global influences.

    Track 06
    Institutional Power and Cultural Resistance
    1016
    Track Overview

    This session focuses on the ways cultural groups resist institutional power structures. Participants will explore case studies that illustrate the dynamics of resistance and the strategies employed by marginalized communities.

  7. 03:30 PM 04:00 PM

    Interactive Q&A, Day 1 Summary & Group Photo

    Closing interaction and key takeaways from the first day.

    CLOSING
Day 02

Keynote, Technical Sessions & Awards

19 NOV 2026 HYBRID
  1. 09:00 AM 09:15 AM

    Participant Check-in & Day 2 Welcome

    On-site attendance confirmation and virtual lobby access.

    HYBRID
  2. 09:15 AM 10:00 AM

    Keynote Presentation II

    Expert address on the future of the conference research domain.

    PLENARY
  3. 10:00 AM 12:00 PM

    Concurrent Technical Session III

    3 TRACKS
    Track 07
    Ethnography of Political Movements
    16
    Track Overview

    This track delves into the ethnographic study of political movements and their cultural underpinnings. It aims to uncover how cultural narratives and identities shape political activism and collective action.

    Track 08
    Cultural Perspectives on Environmental Justice
    1315
    Track Overview

    This session addresses the cultural dimensions of environmental justice and the power dynamics involved. Participants will discuss how different cultural perspectives inform environmental activism and policy-making.

    Track 09
    Identity and Belonging in Transnational Contexts
    1016
    Track Overview

    This track explores the complexities of identity and belonging in an increasingly transnational world. It invites discussions on how cultural perspectives influence the experiences of individuals navigating multiple identities.

  4. 12:00 PM 01:00 PM

    Lunch & Networking Break

    Refreshment interval and professional networking.

    BREAK
  5. 01:00 PM 03:00 PM

    Concurrent Technical Session IV

    2 TRACKS
    Track 10
    Ethnographic Approaches to Social Inequality
    110
    Track Overview

    This session focuses on ethnographic methodologies that illuminate the lived experiences of social inequality. Participants will share insights on how cultural contexts shape perceptions and realities of inequality.

    Track 11
    Cultural Narratives and the Politics of Memory
    16
    Track Overview

    This track examines how cultural narratives shape collective memory and influence political discourse. Participants will analyze the role of memory in power dynamics and its implications for social justice.

  6. 03:00 PM 03:30 PM

    Publications, Best Paper & Best Presentation Awards

    Publication guidance and recognition of outstanding research contributions.

    AWARDS
  7. 03:30 PM 04:00 PM

    Valedictory Session, Closing Remarks & Group Photo

    Conference summary, acknowledgements and formal conclusion.

    CLOSING
Aligned SDGs
1 No Poverty 8 Decent Work and Economic Growth 10 Reduced Inequalities 11 Sustainable Cities and Communities 13 Climate Action 15 Life on Land 16 Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions

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