Twentieth Global Studies Conference

  • The Social Question Revisited: Inequality, Ideology, and Interdependence
  • 15-17 July 2027
  • Sorbonne Université, Paris, France + Online

Special Focus & Annual Themes

The Global Studies Research Network is devoted to mapping and interpreting past and emerging trends and patterns in globalization. We aim to traverse a broad terrain, sometimes technically and other times socially oriented, sometimes theoretical and other times practical in their perspective, and sometimes reflecting dispassionate analysis while at other times suggesting interested strategies for action. Our aim is to build an epistemic community where we can make linkages across disciplinary, geographic, and cultural boundaries.

The Twentieth Global Studies Conference calls for research addressing the following annual themes.

  • 2027 Special Focus—The Social Question Revisited: Inequality, Ideology, and Interdependence
  • Theme 1: Networks of Economy and Trade
  • Theme 2: The Power of Institutions
  • Theme 3: Vectors of Society and Culture
  • Theme 4: Ecological Foundations

Plenary Speakers

The Twentieth Global Studies Conference will feature plenary sessions by some of the world’s leading thinkers and innovators in the field. We will offer both place-based and online options for viewing and engaging.

Program

The conference program groups together presentations along similar themes to facilitate knowledge sharing and community building. The first schedule of sessions will be available when we're able to present a complete picture of the conference. We will offer both place-based and online options for viewing and engaging. In the meantime, you may view a list of all accepted proposals (both confirmed to attend and still pending registration) on our List of Accepted Proposals.

Research Network Chair

Rafal Soborski

Rafal Soborski

Professor, International Politics, Richmond American University London, UK

Local Conference Chair

Louise Dalingwater

Louise Dalingwater

Professor, Sorbonne Université, Paris

Host Institution

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