Conference Details:
50th ISTANBUL World Congress on Studies on âArts, Humanities & Social Sciencesâ (SAHSS-25) scheduled on Dec. 15-17, 2025 Istanbul (Türkiye)
Conference Description:
Topics/Call for Papers
Topics of interest for submission include any topics related to:
I. Language, Literature & Linguistics
Literary Criticism & Theory: Contemporary approaches to analyzing literature from diverse cultural and theoretical standpoints.
Comparative Literature & World Literatures: Cross-cultural studies of literary traditions and genres.
Linguistics & Sociolinguistics: The study of language structure, use, and its relationship with society, culture, and identity.
Language Acquisition & Bilingualism/Multilingualism: Research into how individuals learn languages and the societal implications of linguistic diversity.
Translation Studies: The theory and practice of translation and its role in intercultural communication.
II. Arts & Culture in Society
Artistic Expression & Social Change: How art, music, literature, and performance reflect, critique, and drive social, political, and cultural transformations.
Cultural Heritage & Memory Studies: Preservation, interpretation, and impact of tangible and intangible cultural heritage; the construction and politics of collective memory.
Media & Communication Studies:
The influence of traditional and new media on public discourse, identity, and social behavior.
Digital literacies, misinformation, and the ethics of communication in the digital age.
Representation of diverse identities in media.
Popular Culture & Everyday Life: Analysis of popular culture forms (film, television, music, gaming) as reflections of societal values, beliefs, and practices.
Aesthetics & Philosophy of Art: Exploring philosophical questions about beauty, creativity, artistic value, and the nature of artistic experience.
Arts Education & Arts in Society: The role of arts education in fostering creativity, critical thinking, and social-emotional development; the impact of arts on community well-being.
III. Human Experience & Identity
Gender, Sexuality & Identity: Intersectional studies of gender, sexual orientation, and diverse identities (e.g., non-binary, asexual) in historical, cultural, and social contexts.
Race, Ethnicity & Belonging: Examining issues of race, racism, ethnicity, migration, diaspora, and the construction of national and global identities.
Disability Studies: Cultural representations of disability, social models of disability, and accessibility in arts, education, and society.
Childhood, Youth & Aging Studies: Socio-cultural perspectives on different life stages and their associated challenges and opportunities.
Psychology of Human Behavior: Social psychology, cognitive psychology, developmental psychology, and their intersection with humanities and social contexts.
Emotions & Affect Studies: The role of emotions in human experience, social interaction, and artistic expression.
IV. Social Structures, Governance & Justice
Sociology & Anthropology: Studies of social structures, institutions, cultural practices, and human interactions.
Political Science & Governance: Analysis of political systems, public policy, international relations, and the dynamics of power.
Law & Justice Studies:
Legal history, philosophy of law, and the social impact of legal systems.
Human rights, social justice, and movements for equality.
Criminology and the sociology of deviance.
Economics & Society: Social and cultural dimensions of economic systems, poverty, inequality, and sustainable development.
Urban & Rural Studies: Socio-cultural dynamics of urban and rural environments, gentrification, community development, and sustainable living.
Globalization & Transnationalism: The impact of global flows (people, goods, ideas) on local cultures, national identities, and international relations.
V. Education & Pedagogy
Philosophy of Education: Foundational theories and ethical considerations guiding educational practices.
Curriculum & Pedagogy: Innovative teaching methods, interdisciplinary curriculum design, and assessment strategies across educational levels.
Educational Psychology: Learning theories, cognitive development, and the psychology of teaching and learning.
Inclusive Education & Equity: Strategies for creating equitable and accessible learning environments for all students, addressing issues of diversity and disadvantage.
Teacher Education & Professional Development: Preparing educators for diverse educational contexts and evolving pedagogical challenges.
Higher Education Studies: Governance, funding, access, and the role of universities in society.
Lifelong Learning & Adult Education: Promoting continuous learning throughout the lifespan.
Environmental Education & Sustainability Pedagogy: Teaching about environmental challenges and fostering sustainable practices from humanistic and social science perspectives.
VI. Historical Perspectives & Memory
Historiography & Historical Methodology: Debates on how history is written, interpreted, and presented.
Oral History & Public History: Methods for collecting and disseminating personal narratives and engaging broader publics with historical understanding.
Archaeology & Material Culture: Uncovering past human societies through the study of material remains.
Post-Conflict Societies & Reconciliation: The role of historical memory, truth, and reconciliation in healing and rebuilding after conflict.
Biography & Autobiography: Exploring individual lives as lenses for understanding broader historical and social contexts.
Important Dates:
- Conference start date: December 15, 2025
- Conference end date: December 17, 2025
- Deadline for abstracts: December 01, 2025
Conference Information:
Contact Information:
- Address: Holiday Inn Istanbul City, Istanbul, Turkey