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International Conference on Borderlands, Identity, and Cultural Exchange in the Americas (ICBICEA - 27)

13th - 14th May 2027 | Kathmandu, Nepal
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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 13–14 May 2027
Academic Scope 11 Tracks Conference Session Tracks
Research Scope 20 Areas Call for Papers themes
SDG Alignment 6 SDGs SDGs 4, 8, 9, 10, 11 and 16
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

13 MAY 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
    Exploring Borderlands: Theoretical Perspectives
    410
    Track Overview

    This track invites papers that critically engage with theoretical frameworks surrounding borderlands studies. Emphasis will be placed on how these frameworks can illuminate the complexities of identity and cultural exchange in the Americas.

    Track 02
    Indigenous Cultures and Borderland Identities
    1016
    Track Overview

    This session seeks to explore the intersections of Indigenous cultures and borderland identities within the Americas. Contributions may focus on the resilience of Indigenous communities and their cultural expressions in the face of colonial legacies.

    Track 03
    Migration and Transnational Identities
    1016
    Track Overview

    Papers in this track will examine the dynamics of migration and the formation of transnational identities in the Americas. Discussions will highlight the role of migration in shaping cultural exchange and identity construction across borders.

  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
    Language Contact and Cultural Exchange
    410
    Track Overview

    This track focuses on the linguistic dimensions of cultural exchange in borderlands. Contributions may analyze language contact phenomena and their implications for identity formation and cultural hybridity.

    Track 05
    Colonial Legacies and Historical Memory
    1116
    Track Overview

    This session invites scholars to investigate the impact of colonial legacies on contemporary borderland identities and cultural practices. Papers should address how historical memory informs current social and cultural dynamics in the Americas.

    Track 06
    Hybridity and Cultural Production
    411
    Track Overview

    This track explores the concept of hybridity as it relates to cultural production in borderlands. Participants are encouraged to discuss how hybrid identities manifest in artistic, literary, and performative expressions.

  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

14 MAY 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
    Globalization and Regional Interactions
    89
    Track Overview

    This session examines the effects of globalization on regional interactions within the Americas. Papers may focus on how global processes reshape local identities and cultural exchanges across borders.

    Track 08
    Nation-Building and Identity Politics
    1016
    Track Overview

    This track invites critical analyses of nation-building processes and their implications for identity politics in borderland regions. Contributions should explore the tensions and negotiations that arise in the context of national narratives.

    Track 09
    Cultural Heritage and Memory in Borderlands
    1116
    Track Overview

    This session focuses on the preservation and representation of cultural heritage in borderland areas. Papers should address how cultural heritage practices contribute to collective memory and identity formation.

  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
    Comparative Studies of Borderlands
    1016
    Track Overview

    This track encourages comparative analyses of different borderland regions across the Americas. Participants are invited to explore similarities and differences in identity formation and cultural exchange processes.

    Track 11
    Postcolonial Perspectives on Borders
    1016
    Track Overview

    This session seeks to engage with postcolonial theories in the context of border studies. Papers should critically examine how postcolonial perspectives can inform our understanding of borders and identity in the Americas.

  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
4 Quality Education 8 Decent Work and Economic Growth 9 Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure 10 Reduced Inequalities 11 Sustainable Cities and Communities 16 Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions

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