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Two outstanding scholars join list of ASAA Honorary Life Members

The Asian Studies Association of Australia (ASAA) is delighted to announce that its Council has recently approved two new Honorary Life Memberships: Emeritus Professor Robert Cribb (Australian National University), and Emeritus Senior Professor Vera Mackie (University of Wollongong). Honorary Life Membership is the highest honour that the ASAA can award its members, and Professors Cribb and Mackie join a select […]

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2026 ASAA Biennial Conference: Call For Abstracts Deadline Extended!

Deadline extended! We have had a great response to the call for papers for the 2026 ASAA Biennial Conference, but the organisers have agreed to extend the deadline until Friday 21 November to accommodate those of you who are still finalising their submissions. Please go to the conference website (https://asaa2026.cventevents.com/event/asaaconference/summary) to submit your abstract for

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Accessibility and Inclusion in Japanese Language Teaching

Accessibility and Inclusion in Japanese Language Teaching Dates: 11, 18, and 25 November (Tuesdays) Time: 6:00–7:30 p.m. (AEDT) Format: Online, free of charge This three-part series features Prof. Carolyn Stevens, A/Prof. Kiwako Ito, and Prof. Vicki Bitsika, who will share insights on accessibility in Japan, language learning processes, and neurodiversity. Designed for Japanese language teachers

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ASAA Mid Career Book Prize 2026 — Applications Now Open

The ASAA Mid Career Book Prize 2026 is now open for applications! This biennial award celebrates excellence and innovation in Asian Studies by recognising the outstanding work of early career scholars. The winner receives $1,000, with an honourable mention for the runner-up. Applications close on 30 January 2026, and the winner will be announced by May

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ASAA Early Career Book Prize 2026 — Applications Now Open

The ASAA Early Career Book Prize 2026 is now open for applications! This biennial award celebrates excellence and innovation in Asian Studies by recognising the outstanding work of early career scholars. The winner receives $1,000, with an honourable mention for the runner-up. Applications close on 9 January 2026, and the winner will be announced by May

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ASAA 2026 Conference: Keynote Speaker Announced

The Organisers of the ASAA 2026 Biennial Conference are thrilled to announce that Professor Elora Shehabuddin will be the keynote speaker. Professor Shehabuddin is Professor of Gender and Women’s Studies and Director of the Chowdhury Center for Bangladesh Studies at UC Berkeley. Professor Shehabuddin is currently the Vice President of the Association for Asian Studies

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