Call for Papers

We invite proposals for papers that examine how culture and activism intersect with power, governance, and state–society relations across diverse geographical and political contexts. While particular interest is directed toward Russia, the former Soviet states, and Eastern Europe, proposals focusing on other regions are equally welcome. Doctoral students are warmly invited to participate in the pre-conference, featuring a keynote talk and the opportunity to receive expert and peer comments on their papers.

See the conference programme here.
See the keynote speakers and panellists of the conference here.

Proposals should include the title, the name and position (such as project or doctoral thesis title) of the researcher(s), and an abstract of no more than 200 words.

Send your paper proposal to [email protected] no later than 26 April 2026! 

Deadline for registration is 10 May 2026! (Registration will open soon!)