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International Conference on Gender, Sexuality, and Cultural Studies (ICGSCUS - 26)

13th - 14th October 2026 | Kumasi, Ghana
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SDG-Inspired Conference Focus:
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Conference Session Tracks

SDG Wheel

Aligned with

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
SDG 8
SDG 8 Decent Work and Economic Growth
Track 01

Feminist Anthropology and the Politics of Gender

This track explores the contributions of feminist anthropology to understanding gender dynamics within various cultural contexts. It aims to critically analyze how power relations shape gender identities and roles across different societies.

Track 02

Queer Studies: Challenging Normative Frameworks

This session focuses on the intersection of queer theory and cultural studies, examining how non-normative sexualities challenge traditional narratives. Participants will discuss the implications of queer identities on social structures and cultural practices.

Track 03

Intersectionality in Cultural Contexts

This track invites discussions on the concept of intersectionality and its relevance in contemporary cultural studies. Scholars will examine how overlapping identities influence experiences of oppression and privilege within various cultural frameworks.

Track 04

Kinship and Gender: Reconfiguring Relationships

This session investigates the role of kinship in shaping gender identities and relationships across cultures. It aims to highlight how familial structures influence gender roles and power dynamics in different societies.

Track 05

Masculinities in Transition: Cultural Perspectives

This track addresses the evolving conceptions of masculinities in diverse cultural settings. Participants will analyze how globalization and social change impact traditional notions of masculinity and male identity.

Track 06

Sexual Politics and Cultural Identity

This session explores the interplay between sexual politics and cultural identity, focusing on how sexual orientation and gender identity inform cultural expressions. Scholars will discuss the implications of these intersections for social movements and activism.

Track 07

Body Politics: Gender, Power, and Representation

This track examines the politics of the body in relation to gender and power dynamics. It invites discussions on how cultural representations of the body influence societal perceptions of gender and sexuality.

Track 08

Globalization and Gendered Experiences

This session investigates the impact of globalization on gender roles and identities across different cultures. Participants will explore how global economic and cultural shifts affect local understandings of gender and sexuality.

Track 09

Cultural Identity and the Politics of Belonging

This track focuses on the relationship between cultural identity and the politics of belonging, particularly in relation to gender and sexuality. Scholars will analyze how cultural narratives shape individual and collective identities.

Track 10

Social Change and Gender Dynamics

This session examines the relationship between social change and evolving gender dynamics in various cultural contexts. Participants will discuss how shifts in societal norms influence gender roles and identities.

Track 11

Theoretical Approaches to Gender and Sexuality Studies

This track invites discussions on diverse theoretical frameworks within gender and sexuality studies. Scholars will critically engage with existing theories and propose new methodologies for understanding these complex social phenomena.