Session Tracks

Conference session tracks

The ICMPPR features a diverse range of session tracks covering key research areas, emerging trends and interdisciplinary innovations within the field of Memory. Each track gives researchers, academicians, industry professionals and practitioners a platform to present their work, exchange ideas and explore the advancements shaping the future of the domain.

This conference contributes to global sustainability by aligning its research discussions and academic sessions with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, fostering knowledge exchange, innovation and collaborative engagement.

SDG 3
SDG 3 Good Health and Well-being
SDG 4
SDG 4 Quality Education
SDG 5
SDG 5 Gender Equality
SDG 10
SDG 10 Reduced Inequalities
SDG 11
SDG 11 Sustainable Cities and Communities
SDG 16
SDG 16 Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
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The Politics of Memory: Constructing National Narratives

This track explores how national narratives are shaped by collective memory and political agendas. It examines the role of historical memory in the formation of national identity and its implications for governance.

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Memory and Social Movements: Activism and Resistance

Focusing on the intersection of memory and social movements, this track analyzes how collective memories influence activism and resistance. It seeks to understand the role of historical narratives in mobilizing communities for social justice.

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Cultural Memory and Identity Politics

This session investigates the relationship between cultural memory and identity politics, emphasizing how memories shape group identities. It aims to uncover the dynamics of power relations that emerge from these intersections.

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Historical Memory in Policy Analysis

This track examines the implications of historical memory in contemporary policy analysis and governance. It highlights how policymakers utilize collective memories to justify decisions and shape public discourse.

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Critical Theory and the Politics of Memory

This session engages with critical theory to interrogate the politics of memory and its impact on societal structures. It encourages discussions on how power dynamics influence collective memory and historical narratives.

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Public History: Memory and the Role of Institutions

Focusing on public history, this track explores how institutions curate and disseminate collective memories. It examines the responsibilities of museums, archives, and educational entities in shaping public understanding of the past.

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Narrative Studies: Memory in Political Discourse

This session delves into narrative studies to analyze how memory is constructed and represented in political discourse. It seeks to uncover the rhetorical strategies employed by political actors to shape public memory.

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Memory and Governance: The Role of Political Institutions

This track investigates the interplay between memory and governance, focusing on how political institutions influence collective memory. It examines the implications of memory politics for democratic practices and accountability.

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Social Justice and the Politics of Historical Memory

This session addresses the role of historical memory in advancing social justice initiatives. It explores how marginalized communities utilize collective memories to challenge dominant narratives and advocate for equity.

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Power Relations and Memory: A Global Perspective

This track offers a global perspective on the relationship between power relations and memory. It examines how different cultural contexts shape the politics of memory and influence historical narratives.

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Memory, Trauma, and Political Reconstruction

Focusing on the themes of memory and trauma, this session explores how societies reconstruct their identities in the aftermath of conflict. It analyzes the role of collective memory in healing and reconciliation processes.