Conference Programme

Tentative Conference Agenda

Explore the proposed two-day programme developed around the conference Session Tracks and aligned United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.

Conference Format Hybrid Conference In-person and virtual participation
Programme 2 Days 19–20 January 2027
Academic Scope 11 Tracks Conference Session Tracks
Research Scope 20 Areas Call for Papers themes
SDG Alignment 8 SDGs SDGs 1, 4, 5, 8, 9, 10, 11 and 16
Tentative Agenda & Timings

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.

Day 01

Opening, Keynote & Technical Sessions

19 JAN 2027 HYBRID
  1. 09:00 AM 09:30 AM

    Registration, Welcome Kit Collection & Virtual Check-in

    Participant arrival, credential verification and virtual lobby access.

    HYBRID
  2. 09:30 AM 09:45 AM

    Networking Tea & Digital Welcome

    Informal networking for on-site and virtual participants.

    HYBRID
  3. 09:45 AM 10:30 AM

    Welcome Address, Opening Plenary & Keynote Presentation I

    Opening of the conference and introduction to its research focus.

    PLENARY
  4. 10:30 AM 12:30 PM

    Concurrent Technical Session I

    3 TRACKS
    Track 01
    Colonial Legacies and Contemporary Identities
    1016
    Track Overview

    This track explores the enduring impacts of colonialism on the formation of identities in Oceania. It invites discussions on how historical narratives shape contemporary social and cultural dynamics in the region.

    Track 02
    Resistance and Resilience: Indigenous Responses to Colonialism
    110
    Track Overview

    Focusing on the various forms of resistance against colonial powers, this track examines indigenous strategies for resilience and survival. Papers may analyze historical and contemporary movements that challenge colonial legacies.

    Track 03
    Empires and Their Discontents: Nationalism in Oceania
    16
    Track Overview

    This session investigates the rise of nationalism in Oceania as a response to imperial domination. It seeks to understand how nationalist movements have shaped political landscapes and cultural identities.

  5. 12:30 PM 01:30 PM

    Lunch & Networking Break

    Refreshment interval and networking opportunity.

    BREAK
  6. 01:30 PM 03:30 PM

    Concurrent Technical Session II

    3 TRACKS
    Track 04
    Globalization and Its Discontents: Oceania in the Modern World
    89
    Track Overview

    This track addresses the complexities of globalization in Oceania, examining both opportunities and challenges. It invites contributions that analyze the intersection of global forces with local cultures and economies.

    Track 05
    Cultural Memory and Heritage in Postcolonial Oceania
    114
    Track Overview

    Exploring the role of cultural memory in shaping heritage, this track focuses on how postcolonial societies in Oceania negotiate their pasts. Papers may discuss the preservation and reinterpretation of cultural practices and narratives.

    Track 06
    Historiography and the Politics of Memory
    16
    Track Overview

    This session delves into the historiographical debates surrounding colonial encounters in Oceania. It encourages critical reflections on how history is constructed and contested in postcolonial contexts.

  7. 03:30 PM 04:00 PM

    Interactive Q&A, Day 1 Summary & Group Photo

    Closing interaction and key takeaways from the first day.

    CLOSING
Day 02

Keynote, Technical Sessions & Awards

20 JAN 2027 HYBRID
  1. 09:00 AM 09:15 AM

    Participant Check-in & Day 2 Welcome

    On-site attendance confirmation and virtual lobby access.

    HYBRID
  2. 09:15 AM 10:00 AM

    Keynote Presentation II

    Expert address on the future of the conference research domain.

    PLENARY
  3. 10:00 AM 12:00 PM

    Concurrent Technical Session III

    3 TRACKS
    Track 07
    Race, Inequality, and Social Change in Oceania
    105
    Track Overview

    This track examines the intersections of race and social inequality in Oceania, focusing on how these dynamics influence social change. Contributions may explore the implications of race in political, economic, and cultural spheres.

    Track 08
    State Formation and Governance in Postcolonial Oceania
    1611
    Track Overview

    Focusing on the processes of state formation, this track investigates how postcolonial societies in Oceania navigate governance challenges. Papers may analyze the role of traditional systems and modern state structures.

    Track 09
    Decolonization and Knowledge Production
    410
    Track Overview

    This session addresses the processes of decolonization and their impact on knowledge production in Oceania. It invites discussions on alternative epistemologies and the reclamation of indigenous knowledge systems.

  4. 12:00 PM 01:00 PM

    Lunch & Networking Break

    Refreshment interval and professional networking.

    BREAK
  5. 01:00 PM 03:00 PM

    Concurrent Technical Session IV

    2 TRACKS
    Track 10
    Politics of Heritage: Memory, Identity, and Power
    1116
    Track Overview

    This track explores the political dimensions of heritage in Oceania, examining how memory and identity intersect with power dynamics. Contributions may analyze the role of heritage in shaping national narratives and community identities.

    Track 11
    Modernity and Cultural Transformations in Oceania
    48
    Track Overview

    This session investigates the relationship between modernity and cultural transformations in Oceania. It invites papers that explore how modern influences interact with traditional practices and beliefs.

  6. 03:00 PM 03:30 PM

    Publications, Best Paper & Best Presentation Awards

    Publication guidance and recognition of outstanding research contributions.

    AWARDS
  7. 03:30 PM 04:00 PM

    Valedictory Session, Closing Remarks & Group Photo

    Conference summary, acknowledgements and formal conclusion.

    CLOSING
Aligned SDGs
1 No Poverty 4 Quality Education 5 Gender Equality 8 Decent Work and Economic Growth 9 Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure 10 Reduced Inequalities 11 Sustainable Cities and Communities 16 Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions

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