Call for Papers: The Identity Factor in Contemporary Wars and Violent Conflicts

deadline for submissions: 
March 31, 2025
full name / name of organization: 
International Center for Ethno-Religious Mediation (ICERMediation)
contact email: 

Conference Overview

The International Center for Ethno-Religious Mediation (ICERMediation) is pleased to announce the 10th Annual International Conference on Ethnic and Religious Conflict Resolution and Peacebuilding. The 10th conference will explore the crucial role of identity in contemporary conflicts, emphasizing the importance of historical context, collective memory, and transformative learning in understanding and addressing these issues.

We invite scholars, researchers, practitioners, and policymakers to submit their research and case studies that examine the relationship between identity and conflict. This conference aims to foster a multidisciplinary dialogue that enhances our understanding of identity factors and promotes innovative solutions for peacebuilding.

Topics of Interest

We welcome papers on a wide range of topics, including but not limited to:

  1. Historical Perspectives on Identity and Conflict
  2. Memory Work and Conflict Dynamics
  3. Transformative Learning and Peacebuilding
  4. Modern Warfare and Identity
  5. Policy and Practice in Identity-Based Conflicts

Proposal Submission Deadline: March 31, 2025
Conference Dates: November 11, 12, and 13, 2025

Location: Mercy University – Bronx Campus, 1200 Waters Place, Bronx, NY 10461

Submission Process:

Read the Call for Papers on ICERMediation before you submit your proposal.