Religion and Social Change
This track explores the dynamic interplay between religious beliefs and social transformations. It seeks to understand how religious institutions and movements influence societal structures and vice versa.
Explore the proposed two-day programme developed around the conference Session Tracks and aligned United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
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.
Participant arrival, credential verification and virtual lobby access.
Informal networking for on-site and virtual participants.
Opening of the conference and introduction to its research focus.
This track explores the dynamic interplay between religious beliefs and social transformations. It seeks to understand how religious institutions and movements influence societal structures and vice versa.
Focusing on the unique cultural landscapes shaped by Islamic traditions, this track examines the processes of cultural change within Muslim societies. It highlights the interactions between tradition and modernity in diverse contexts.
This session invites papers that delve into the philosophical underpinnings of religious thought and practice. It aims to foster dialogue on the implications of philosophical inquiry for understanding religious phenomena.
Refreshment interval and networking opportunity.
This track investigates how various religious traditions adapt to and interact with modernity. It seeks to uncover the tensions and synergies between longstanding religious practices and contemporary societal norms.
This session examines the processes and implications of secularization in different cultural contexts. It aims to analyze the challenges and responses of religious communities in increasingly secular societies.
This track focuses on the complex relationships between religion and political structures. It invites discussions on how religious ideologies shape political discourse and influence governance.
Closing interaction and key takeaways from the first day.
On-site attendance confirmation and virtual lobby access.
Expert address on the future of the conference research domain.
Exploring the role of religion in shaping personal and collective identities, this session addresses how religious affiliations contribute to identity formation. It seeks to understand the implications of these identities in a globalized world.
This track investigates the emergence and impact of religious movements on social change and activism. It aims to highlight case studies that illustrate the transformative power of faith-based initiatives.
Focusing on the interactions between different religious traditions, this session explores the potential for intercultural dialogue to foster mutual understanding. It examines case studies of successful exchanges and their societal impacts.
Refreshment interval and professional networking.
This track examines the relationship between cultural heritage and religious practices, highlighting how traditions are preserved or transformed over time. It seeks to understand the role of heritage in contemporary religious expression.
This session explores the effects of globalization on religious practices and beliefs. It aims to analyze how global interconnectedness influences local religious expressions and the emergence of new religious movements.
Publication guidance and recognition of outstanding research contributions.
Conference summary, acknowledgements and formal conclusion.
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