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Call for Papers Now Open: ASAA 26th Biennial Conference

Call for Papers Now Open: ASAA 26th Biennial Conference

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The Call for Papers for the ASAA 26th Biennial Conference from 29 June – 2 July 2026 at Deakin Geelong Waterfront is now open! The conference theme is “Beyond Borders: Reimagining Asian societies in and across a Shifting World”. The deadline for submissions is November 7, 2025. Read more and submit your abstract here.

Key dates:

  • Call for Papers Open | NOW September, 2025
  • Call for Papers Close | November 7, 2025
  • Notification of Abstract Acceptance | December 15, 2025
  • Registration Open | December 15, 2025
  • Early Bird Registration Close | February 1, 2026
  • Late Registrations Close for Presenters | March 31, 2026

Conference theme: Beyond Borders: Reimagining Asian Societies in and Across a Shifting World

This conference will explore the evolving connections within and between Asian societies in an era marked by rapid change – geopolitical realignments, climate challenges, digital transformation, and shifting cultural identities. It encourages a rethinking of traditional boundaries – geographic, disciplinary, ideological – and promotes dialogue on how best to co-create inclusive, resilient, and innovative futures.We invite contributions that interrogate the concept of ‘borders’ – physical, cultural, intellectual – and explore how (and how much) societies are being reconnected and reshaped in the 21st century. Whether through the lens of migration, heritage, media, diplomacy, or digital innovation, this conference seeks to foster interdisciplinary dialogue and reimagine what regional connections means today.ASAA 2026 is predominantly an in person conference, although we will hold a parallel online stream if there is sufficient demand. However, please note that your abstract will only be included into the final program if at least one of author is registered for the conference.

General submission guidelines:

ASAA 2026 invites submissions for (1) individual papers, (2) panel proposals, (3) posters, and (4) alternative formats. Please note that no person can make more than two submissions in total. All presentations must be given in English, unless otherwise agreed by the organisers.

1) Paper

Individual papers comprise in-room/online presentations of original research by one or more authors, involving a 20-minute presentation followed by Q&A. Please indicate primary and secondary discipline from the drop-down list, and whether your individual paper presentation will be presented as part of the main conference or the online stream.

2) Posters

Posters are an opportunity to present your research in visual format, and they can be either physical or in digital format. If presenting a physical poster, please note that you will be required to bring your poster with you. Digital posters will be made available online.

3) Panels

Panels allow for extended discussion of a particular topic. These will normally comprise 3-4 presenter slots of maximum 20 minutes each, with an optional discussant slot, followed by Q&A.

Proposals for thematic panels should include: (i) concise title of the panel, panel abstract of up to 200 words, up to three keywords, the number of presenters, and names and affiliations of presenters, and (ii) an abstract for each presentation of up to 200 words, excluding the paper title and keywords. Panels should be submitted by the panel convenor/organiser only.

4) Alternative formats

If you would like to organise a session using alternative format, please list the number of presenters, affiliations, contact details and the format the session will take. Indicate clearly if any specific space or IT requirements will be expected from the organisers.

Read more and submit your abstract here.

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