Dates of Conference: 4-8 November 2026

Format: Hybrid – Online (via Zoom) & In-Person (Thessaloniki, Greece)

Note: The onsite/in-person conference will take place exclusively on 6-7 November, 2026 and be streamed live on Zoom.

Organizer: KN: F.L.A.ME.S. by Konstantina Kliagkona (www.knflames.gr)

 

International, interdisciplinary conference titled:

 

The Hidden Faces of Violence II: Interdisciplinary Perspectives on Abuse, Trauma, and Resistance

 

Following the tremendous success of our inaugural online, international, and interdisciplinary conference on the “Hidden Faces of Violence I” held in November 2025— which saw an unprecedented turnout and heartfelt support from participants around the globe— we are excited to announce that we are now preparing for the second one this November 2026, which will be in a hybrid format!

 

It is well known that violence manifests itself in a plethora of forms across various fields, like criminology, sociology, medicine, literature, art, and beyond. As such, we seek to explore the multifaceted nature of violence- whether spoken or unspoken, seen or unseen- by examining its causes, representations, and consequences through different disciplinary lenses. Our aim is to foster a rich dialogue and generate critical insights into the sociopolitical realities of violence as well as its artistic and cultural portrayals across different spheres of human activity.

 

We invite researchers, scholars, artists, students, PhD candidates and practitioners from various academic disciplines and creative fields, including but not limited to: criminology, forensic sciences, medical sciences, sociology, anthropology, psychology, philosophy, law, literary studies, history, visual arts, film and media studies, cultural studies, and others. We also welcome interdisciplinary approaches.

 

We welcome and encourage different forms of presentations, such as case studies, theoretical analyses, posters, comparative studies, and practice-based research.

 

We also encourage participation from individuals who are interested in attending only as listeners.

 

All panels will be held virtually via Zoom. The onsite sessions will be also streamed on Zoom.

The onsite/in-person conference held on 6-7 November, 2026 will take place in a fully equipped, modern venue situated in the heart of Thessaloniki—Aristotelous Square, the city's most central and iconic location. More details will be announced soon.

 

KEYNOTE SPEAKER: Prof. Wojciech Owczarski (University of Gdańsk, Poland) 
Presentation Title: "Violence, Trauma, and Resilience in Dreaming".

 

Organizing Committee:

- Konstantina Kliagkona (Independent Researcher, EFL & Criminology Teacher, Offender Profiler)

- Bogdan Groza (Ph.D. in Comparative Literature, Independent Researcher)

- Chrysoula Skandali (Balkan, Slavic and Oriental Studies, University of Macedonia, Greece)

- Hercules Leontaridis (Economic Analyst, Pixel Art Illustrator)

 

-        Suggested Topics Include (but are not limited to):

      I.          Criminology & Forensic Studies

- Types and etiology of violent crimes

- Forensic investigative methods

- Victimology and trauma

- Justice, punishment, and rehabilitation

- Violence in conflict zones and war

 

   II.          Medical & Psychological Perspectives

- Violence as a public health issue

- Medical responses to violence and trauma

- Identifying and reporting signs of abuse in victims of violent crimes

- Psychological impact of violence on victims

- Post-traumatic nightmares and dream-sharing as coping mechanisms for trauma survivors

- The manifestation of extreme violence and confinement in sleep and unconsciousness

- Community health and violence prevention

 

 III.          Literature, Art & Media

- Depictions of violence in literature and visual arts

- Violence in cinema and theatre

- Artistic responses to trauma and victimization

- Representation of violence in different media

 

 IV.          Sociology & Cultural Studies

- Societal factors contributing to violence

- Cultural narratives of violence

- Violence and social inequality

- Gender, violence, and power dynamics

- Genocide, state violence and systemic oppression

 

    V.          Interdisciplinary & Theoretical Approaches

- Violence and discourse analysis

- Ethical considerations in studying violence

- Intersectionality and violence

- Memory and the intergenerational transmission of trauma through dreams and family narratives

- Oral histories, testimonials, and documenting the "unspeakable" aspects of mass violence

 

Submission Details:

• FOR ONLINE PRESENTERS: Please submit abstracts (up to 350 words) of your proposed 20-minute presentation along with a brief biographical note by 4 October 2026 to both kliagkona@hotmail.com and skandali.chrysoula@gmail.com
• Acceptance notifications will be sent by 11 October 2026.

• FOR ONSITE/ IN-PERSON PRESENTERS: Please submit abstracts (up to 350 words) of your proposed 20-minute presentation along with a brief biographical note by 27 September 2026 to both kliagkona@hotmail.com and skandali.chrysoula@gmail.com
• Speakers are advised to send their abstracts early, since they will be processed within 1-2 weeks upon submission. Notifications will be sent right afterwards so as for the speakers approved to make all the necessary arrangements in time (e.g. travelling, accommodation, registration and others).

 

Conference Languages: English & Greek.

NOTE: We will take into account the different time zones to help accommodate all speakers, since the conference will be international.

 

Registration Details:

To take part in the conference -as an online/onsite presenter or as an audience member- you need to pay a REGISTRATION FEE either via PayPal (http://paypal.me/KonstantinaKliagkona), Revolut or other bank transfer:

 

• ONLINE PRESENTERS: EUR 25 or USD 30 or GBP 25- by 1 November 2026
• A special discount is provided to students who wish to virtually present at the conference at EUR 20 or USD 25 or GBP 20.

 

• ONSITE PRESENTERS: EUR 90 or USD 100 or GBP 90- by 25 October 2026
• A special discount is provided to students who wish to present in-person at the conference at EUR 75 or USD 85 or GBP 75.

 

 

• ONLINE AUDIENCE MEMBERS: EUR 10 or USD 15 or GBP 10 - by 1 November 2026

 

The registration for the online conference grants:

• LIVE access to all online conference sessions via individual link sent prior to the conference date (without the need to install any additional applications)
• Compatibility with any device (e.g. computer, tablet and phone) with the flexibility to join or leave the sessions at any time
• The conference programme in a PDF format
• A receipt and a certificate of attendance for all conference participants (both Presenters and Audience Members) sent by email
• Networking opportunities

 

The registration for the onsite/in-person conference grants:

• LIVE access to all online conference sessions via individual link sent prior to the conference date (without the need to install any additional applications)
• Conference Welcome Pack (incl. a tote bag, a custom-made notebook, the conference program and stationery)
• A receipt of provision of services sent by email
• A certificate of attendance given upon arrival at the venue
• Buffet (incl. snacks, coffee, refreshments, etc.)
• A Guided City Bus Tour around the historic landmarks of Thessaloniki
• Networking opportunities

 

Banking Details (3 options are available):

• 1st Option:

Beneficiary name: KLIAGKONA KONSTANTINA DIMITRIOS

Beneficiary Bank name: EUROBANK ERGASIAS

SWIFT/BIC: ERBKGRAA

Bank Address: 8 Othonos Street, Athens, Greece

Post Code: 10557

Beneficiary Bank account number (IBAN): GR40 0260 1250 0008 4020 1361 923

 

• 2nd Option:

Beneficiary name: KLIAGKONA KONSTANTINA DIMITRIOS

Beneficiary Bank name: PIRAEUS

SWIFT/BIC: PIRBGRAA

Bank Address: 4 Amerikis Street, Athens, Greece

Post Code: 10564

Beneficiary Bank account number (IBAN): GR29 0172 2640 0052 6411 0155 048

 

• 3rd Option:

Beneficiary name: KONSTANTINA KLIAGKONA

Beneficiary Bank name: REVOLUT BANK UAB

SWIFT/BIC: REVOLT21

Bank Address: Konstitucijos ave. 21B, Vilnius, Lithuania

Post Code: 08130

Beneficiary Bank account number (IBAN): LT22 3250 0260 1140 9578

Revtag: @kkliagkona

 

Please quote your first and last name, state if you are a presenter or an audience member as well as a note "conference on violence" in the description field.

All banking charges are to be covered by the Sender. 

 

For more details, please check our website: www.knflames.gr

 

 

We are looking forward to your participation!

Business Details:

COMPANY NAME: Kliagkona Konstantina Dimitrios- “K.N.: F.L.A.ME.S.” [Forensic, Literature, Arts & Media Studies]

(Independent Researcher, Freelancer EFL, Criminology Teacher, & Offender Profiler)

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