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International Conference on Religion, Sectarianism, and Identity in the Middle East (ICRSIME - 27)
2nd - 3rd February 2027 , Odesa, Ukraine
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Call For Papers

The ICRSIME provides a supportive platform for both experienced researchers and early-career academicians to present their work and gain recognition.

The conference covers diverse topics such as Middle Eastern Studies, encouraging participation from emerging researchers and fostering academic growth.

Authors are invited to submit papers addressing, but not limited to, the following areas:

01
Religious identity in contemporary Middle East
02
Sectarianism and its socio-political impact
03
Interfaith dialogue and conflict resolution
04
Cultural expressions of religious identities
05
The role of religion in nationalism
06
Gender and religion in Middle Eastern societies
07
Youth engagement in religious movements
08
Migration and religious identity transformations
09
Secularism and religious resurgence
10
Religious minorities and their challenges
11
Media representation of religious groups
12
The impact of globalization on religion
13
Religious tourism and cultural heritage
14
The intersection of religion and politics
15
Historical perspectives on sectarian conflict
16
Religious education and its implications
17
Digital religion and online communities
18
The role of religion in peacebuilding
19
Religious symbols in public spaces
20
Future of religion in the Middle East

Assessment

Submissions will be reviewed to ensure quality and relevance, with a focus on encouraging emerging research contributions. Accepted papers will be presented and considered for publication opportunities.

Registration

Early-career researchers are encouraged to register and present their work, gaining valuable feedback and academic exposure.

Publication

The conference provides opportunities for emerging researchers to publish their work in recognized platforms.

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