Pre-Enrollment

23rd June 2026

Final Paper Submission

28th June 2026

Registration Deadline

8th July`2026

Conference Date

23rd Jul - 24th Jul 2026

Conference Session Tracks

SDG Wheel

Aligned with

UN Sustainable Development Goals

This conference contributes to global sustainability by aligning its research discussions and academic sessions with key United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. It fosters knowledge exchange, innovation, and collaborative engagement.

SDG 4
SDG 4 Quality Education
SDG 5
SDG 5 Gender Equality
SDG 8
SDG 8 Decent Work and Economic Growth
TRACK 01

Colonial Legacies in the Modern Middle East

This track explores the enduring impacts of colonial rule on contemporary Middle Eastern societies. It seeks to analyze how historical colonial encounters continue to shape political, social, and cultural dynamics in the region.

TRACK 02

Postcolonial Identities and Nationalism

Focusing on the formation of national identities in postcolonial contexts, this track examines the interplay between nationalism and cultural identity in the Middle East. Papers will investigate how colonial histories inform contemporary national narratives and identity politics.

TRACK 03

Resistance and Agency in Colonial Contexts

This session invites discussions on various forms of resistance against colonial powers in the Middle East. It aims to highlight the agency of local populations in shaping their own histories and futures amidst imperial domination.

TRACK 04

Orientalism and Its Discontents

This track critically engages with the concept of Orientalism and its implications for Middle Eastern studies. Participants will analyze how Orientalist discourses have influenced Western perceptions of the region and the responses from local intellectuals.

TRACK 05

Decolonization Movements and Their Outcomes

This session focuses on the various decolonization movements that emerged in the Middle East during the 20th century. It aims to assess the successes and challenges faced by these movements in achieving political and social autonomy.

TRACK 06

Cultural Encounters and Hybrid Identities

Exploring the intersections of culture and identity, this track examines how colonial encounters have led to the formation of hybrid identities in the Middle East. Papers will discuss the complexities of cultural exchange and assimilation in postcolonial contexts.

TRACK 07

Memory and Historical Narratives

This session investigates the role of memory in shaping historical narratives of colonial and postcolonial experiences in the Middle East. It encourages contributions that explore how collective memory influences identity and social change.

TRACK 08

Political Movements and Global Relations

Focusing on the political landscape of the Middle East, this track examines the relationship between local political movements and global power dynamics. Papers will analyze how international relations have impacted regional political developments.

TRACK 09

Knowledge Production in Postcolonial Contexts

This session addresses the production of knowledge in the postcolonial Middle East, emphasizing the role of local scholars and institutions. It seeks to challenge dominant narratives and highlight alternative epistemologies emerging from the region.

TRACK 10

Historiography of Colonial Encounters

This track engages with the historiographical debates surrounding colonial encounters in the Middle East. Participants will explore how different historical interpretations shape our understanding of colonialism and its aftermath.

TRACK 11

Modernity and Social Change in the Middle East

This session examines the relationship between modernity and social change in the context of the Middle East's colonial and postcolonial experiences. It invites papers that explore how modernization processes have influenced social structures and cultural practices.