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International Conference on Colonial Legacies and Postcolonial Thought in Latin America (ICCLPTLA - 27)

22nd - 23rd April 2027 | Veligandu Island, Maldives
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Conference Programme

Tentative Conference Agenda

Explore the proposed two-day programme developed around the conference Session Tracks and aligned United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.

Conference Format Hybrid Conference In-person and virtual participation
Programme 2 Days 22–23 April 2027
Academic Scope 11 Tracks Conference Session Tracks
Research Scope 20 Areas Call for Papers themes
SDG Alignment 6 SDGs SDGs 1, 4, 5, 10, 16 and 17
Tentative Agenda & Timings

Session timings, sequence, track grouping and allocations are tentative and subject to change. Final timings will be confirmed closer to the conference. All timings follow the local time of the conference location.

Day 01

Opening, Keynote & Technical Sessions

22 APR 2027 HYBRID
  1. 09:00 AM 09:30 AM

    Registration, Welcome Kit Collection & Virtual Check-in

    Participant arrival, credential verification and virtual lobby access.

    HYBRID
  2. 09:30 AM 09:45 AM

    Networking Tea & Digital Welcome

    Informal networking for on-site and virtual participants.

    HYBRID
  3. 09:45 AM 10:30 AM

    Welcome Address, Opening Plenary & Keynote Presentation I

    Opening of the conference and introduction to its research focus.

    PLENARY
  4. 10:30 AM 12:30 PM

    Concurrent Technical Session I

    3 TRACKS
    Track 01
    Colonial Legacies in Contemporary Latin America
    101617
    Track Overview

    This track explores the enduring impacts of colonialism on modern Latin American societies. It invites discussions on how historical legacies shape current cultural, political, and economic landscapes.

    Track 02
    Postcolonial Thought and Cultural Identity
    41016
    Track Overview

    Focusing on the intersection of postcolonial theory and cultural identity, this track examines how Latin American identities are constructed and contested in the aftermath of colonial rule. Papers may address literature, art, and social movements as sites of identity formation.

    Track 03
    Indigenous Voices and Decolonization
    11016
    Track Overview

    This session emphasizes the importance of indigenous perspectives in the discourse of decolonization within Latin America. Participants are encouraged to present research that highlights indigenous knowledge systems and resistance strategies against colonial narratives.

  5. 12:30 PM 01:30 PM

    Lunch & Networking Break

    Refreshment interval and networking opportunity.

    BREAK
  6. 01:30 PM 03:30 PM

    Concurrent Technical Session II

    3 TRACKS
    Track 04
    Political Movements and Anti-Colonial Resistance
    101617
    Track Overview

    This track investigates the various political movements that have emerged in Latin America as responses to colonial and neocolonial structures. It seeks to analyze the strategies employed by these movements in their quest for autonomy and justice.

    Track 05
    Race, Ethnicity, and Nationalism in Latin America
    51016
    Track Overview

    Exploring the complex interplay between race, ethnicity, and nationalism, this session aims to uncover how these factors influence social dynamics in postcolonial Latin America. Contributions may include case studies, theoretical frameworks, and historical analyses.

    Track 06
    Memory Studies and Historical Narratives
    41016
    Track Overview

    This track focuses on the role of memory in shaping historical narratives in Latin America. Papers are invited to discuss how collective memory influences identity and informs contemporary political and social issues.

  7. 03:30 PM 04:00 PM

    Interactive Q&A, Day 1 Summary & Group Photo

    Closing interaction and key takeaways from the first day.

    CLOSING
Day 02

Keynote, Technical Sessions & Awards

23 APR 2027 HYBRID
  1. 09:00 AM 09:15 AM

    Participant Check-in & Day 2 Welcome

    On-site attendance confirmation and virtual lobby access.

    HYBRID
  2. 09:15 AM 10:00 AM

    Keynote Presentation II

    Expert address on the future of the conference research domain.

    PLENARY
  3. 10:00 AM 12:00 PM

    Concurrent Technical Session III

    3 TRACKS
    Track 07
    Global Encounters and Transnational Perspectives
    101617
    Track Overview

    This session examines the global interactions that have shaped Latin American societies, emphasizing transnational perspectives in understanding colonial and postcolonial experiences. Contributions may explore migration, diaspora, and cultural exchanges.

    Track 08
    Knowledge Production and Epistemic Justice
    41016
    Track Overview

    Focusing on the production of knowledge in postcolonial contexts, this track addresses issues of epistemic justice and the challenges faced by marginalized voices in academia. Participants are encouraged to critique dominant narratives and propose alternative frameworks.

    Track 09
    Language, Discourse, and Coloniality
    41016
    Track Overview

    This session investigates the role of language and discourse in perpetuating colonial ideologies and shaping postcolonial identities. Papers may explore linguistic practices, translation, and the politics of language in Latin American contexts.

  4. 12:00 PM 01:00 PM

    Lunch & Networking Break

    Refreshment interval and professional networking.

    BREAK
  5. 01:00 PM 03:00 PM

    Concurrent Technical Session IV

    2 TRACKS
    Track 10
    Modernity and Its Discontents in Latin America
    101617
    Track Overview

    This track critically examines the concept of modernity as it relates to Latin American experiences of colonialism and postcoloniality. Participants are invited to explore how modernity is contested and redefined in various cultural and political contexts.

    Track 11
    Cultural Production and Resistance
    41016
    Track Overview

    Focusing on the role of cultural production in resisting colonial legacies, this session invites discussions on literature, visual arts, and performance as forms of political expression. Contributions should highlight how cultural practices challenge dominant narratives and foster social change.

  6. 03:00 PM 03:30 PM

    Publications, Best Paper & Best Presentation Awards

    Publication guidance and recognition of outstanding research contributions.

    AWARDS
  7. 03:30 PM 04:00 PM

    Valedictory Session, Closing Remarks & Group Photo

    Conference summary, acknowledgements and formal conclusion.

    CLOSING
Aligned SDGs
1 No Poverty 4 Quality Education 5 Gender Equality 10 Reduced Inequalities 16 Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions 17 Partnerships for the Goals

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