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 12โ€“13 October 2026
Academic Scope 11 Tracks Conference Session Tracks
Research Scope 20 Areas Call for Papers themes
SDG Alignment 6 SDGs SDGs 10, 11, 12, 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

12 OCT 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
    Ecocriticism in Contemporary Literature
    1315
    Track Overview

    This track explores the role of ecocriticism in shaping contemporary literary narratives. Participants will examine how literature reflects and critiques environmental issues through various genres.

    Track 02
    Philosophical Perspectives on Environmental Ethics
    1215
    Track Overview

    This session invites discussions on the philosophical underpinnings of environmental ethics and their implications for human-nature relationships. Papers will analyze how philosophical frameworks inform our understanding of sustainability and ecological responsibility.

    Track 03
    Art History and Environmental Representation
    1113
    Track Overview

    This track investigates the intersection of art history and environmental representation across different mediums. Presentations will focus on how artists have historically depicted nature and environmental change.

  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
    Narratives of Climate Change in Literature
    1316
    Track Overview

    This session examines literary narratives that address climate change and its socio-cultural impacts. Scholars will discuss how storytelling can influence public perception and action regarding environmental crises.

    Track 05
    Eco-Literature and Cultural Identity
    1011
    Track Overview

    This track focuses on the relationship between eco-literature and cultural identity, exploring how diverse voices articulate their connections to the environment. Papers will highlight the role of literature in shaping cultural narratives around ecological issues.

    Track 06
    The Aesthetics of Environmental Activism
    1316
    Track Overview

    This session investigates the aesthetic dimensions of environmental activism in literature and art. Participants will analyze how creative expressions can mobilize communities and foster environmental awareness.

  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

13 OCT 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
    Anthropocene Studies in Literary Contexts
    1315
    Track Overview

    This track delves into the representation of the Anthropocene in literature, examining how authors respond to the challenges of this epoch. Discussions will focus on the implications of human impact on the planet as depicted in literary works.

    Track 08
    Nature Writing: Tradition and Transformation
    1215
    Track Overview

    This session explores the evolution of nature writing as a genre, from traditional forms to contemporary interpretations. Scholars will discuss how nature writing reflects changing perceptions of the environment.

    Track 09
    Cultural Ecology and Literary Discourse
    1112
    Track Overview

    This track examines the interplay between cultural ecology and literary discourse, focusing on how literature can reflect and shape ecological understanding. Presentations will explore the cultural dimensions of environmental narratives.

  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
    Eco-Theory and Literary Criticism
    1215
    Track Overview

    This session invites critical engagement with eco-theory as a framework for literary analysis. Participants will explore how eco-theoretical approaches can deepen our understanding of texts and their environmental implications.

    Track 11
    Sustainability Narratives in Global Literature
    1013
    Track Overview

    This track investigates how global literature addresses themes of sustainability and environmental justice. Scholars will analyze diverse narratives that advocate for sustainable practices and highlight marginalized voices in ecological discourse.

  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
10 Reduced Inequalities 11 Sustainable Cities and Communities 12 Responsible Consumption and Production 13 Climate Action 15 Life on Land 16 Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions

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