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International Conference on Colonial Legacies and Nation-Building in the Americas (ICCLNBA - 26)

17th - 18th October 2026 | Riffa, Bahrain
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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.

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SDG 5 Gender Equality
Track 01

Colonial Legacies in Contemporary Governance

This track explores how colonial histories continue to shape contemporary governance structures in the Americas. It aims to analyze the interplay between colonial legacies and current political practices, focusing on issues of power and authority.

Track 02

Indigenous Resistance and Cultural Heritage

This session examines the role of Indigenous resistance in preserving cultural heritage amidst colonial legacies. It seeks to highlight the resilience of Indigenous communities in asserting their identities and narratives.

Track 03

Historical Memory and National Narratives

This track investigates the construction of national narratives through the lens of historical memory in postcolonial contexts. It aims to understand how collective memories shape national identities and influence contemporary political discourse.

Track 04

Economic Legacies of Colonialism

This session focuses on the economic impacts of colonialism that persist in modern-day Americas. It will analyze how these legacies affect economic development, inequality, and social transformation.

Track 05

Decolonization and State Formation

This track explores the processes of decolonization and their implications for state formation in the Americas. It aims to assess how newly independent states navigate their colonial pasts while forging new national identities.

Track 06

Identity Formation in Postcolonial Societies

This session examines the complexities of identity formation in postcolonial societies across the Americas. It seeks to explore how colonial histories and contemporary realities intersect to shape individual and collective identities.

Track 07

Comparative Studies of Independence Movements

This track offers a comparative analysis of various independence movements across the Americas. It aims to uncover common themes and divergent paths in the struggle for autonomy and self-determination.

Track 08

Social Transformation and Colonial Histories

This session investigates the social transformations that have emerged in the wake of colonial histories. It seeks to understand how these transformations influence contemporary social dynamics and community relations.

Track 09

Political History and Colonial Impact

This track delves into the political histories of American nations, emphasizing the enduring impact of colonialism. It aims to analyze how colonial legacies inform current political ideologies and practices.

Track 10

Cultural Heritage and Nation-Building

This session explores the role of cultural heritage in the nation-building processes of postcolonial states. It aims to assess how cultural narratives contribute to national unity and identity.

Track 11

The Role of Historical Memory in Social Justice Movements

This track examines the intersection of historical memory and social justice movements in the Americas. It seeks to understand how recollections of colonial pasts inform contemporary struggles for equity and recognition.