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International Conference on Enlightenment Thought and European Intellectual Traditions (ICETEI - 26)

13th - 14th November 2026 | Milan, Italy
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UN Sustainable Development Goals

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

SDG 4
SDG 4 Quality Education
SDG 5
SDG 5 Gender Equality
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SDG 9 Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
Track 01

Rationalism and Empiricism in Enlightenment Thought

This session will explore the foundational debates between rationalism and empiricism during the Enlightenment period. Participants will analyze how these philosophical frameworks influenced European intellectual traditions and shaped modern epistemology.

Track 02

Scientific Progress and Enlightenment Ideals

This track focuses on the relationship between scientific advancements and Enlightenment ideals of reason and inquiry. Papers will examine how scientific progress contributed to the transformation of European thought and societal structures.

Track 03

Secularism and Political Thought in Europe

This session will investigate the emergence of secularism as a critical component of European political thought during the Enlightenment. Discussions will center on how secularism influenced governance, law, and individual rights.

Track 04

Liberalism and the Social Contract

This track will delve into the evolution of liberal thought and its roots in social contract theory. Scholars will assess the implications of these ideas for contemporary political philosophy and democratic governance.

Track 05

Human Rights and Enlightenment Philosophy

This session will examine the philosophical underpinnings of human rights as articulated by Enlightenment thinkers. Papers will discuss the historical context and lasting impact of these ideas on modern human rights discourse.

Track 06

Knowledge Systems and Enlightenment Education Reform

This track will explore the transformation of knowledge systems during the Enlightenment and its implications for education reform. Participants will analyze how Enlightenment thinkers redefined educational practices and the dissemination of knowledge.

Track 07

Philosophical Critique and the Age of Revolution

This session will focus on the role of philosophical critique in shaping revolutionary thought during the Enlightenment. Scholars will discuss how Enlightenment ideas fueled political upheaval and redefined societal norms.

Track 08

Print Culture and the Spread of Enlightenment Ideas

This track will investigate the impact of print culture on the dissemination of Enlightenment ideas across Europe. Papers will explore the relationship between literature, journalism, and the public sphere in fostering intellectual exchange.

Track 09

Cosmopolitanism and European Identity

This session will examine the concept of cosmopolitanism as it emerged during the Enlightenment and its influence on European identity. Discussions will focus on how cosmopolitan ideals challenged national boundaries and fostered transnational dialogues.

Track 10

The Enlightenment Legacy: Modernity and Its Discontents

This track will critically assess the legacy of Enlightenment thought in shaping modernity and contemporary challenges. Participants will explore the tensions between Enlightenment ideals and the realities of modern society.

Track 11

Intersections of Enlightenment Thought and Contemporary Issues

This session will explore how Enlightenment thought intersects with contemporary social and political issues in Europe. Scholars will discuss the relevance of Enlightenment principles in addressing current challenges such as inequality, governance, and human rights.