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International Conference on Geography, Identity, and Cultural Studies (ICGICS - 27)

9th - 10th January 2027 | Quito, Ecuador
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Conference Session Tracks

SDG Wheel

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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 8
SDG 8 Decent Work and Economic Growth
SDG 9
SDG 9 Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
Track 01

Geographies of Identity: Place and Belonging

This track explores the intricate relationships between geography and identity formation, focusing on how place influences individual and collective identities. It invites papers that examine the role of geographical contexts in shaping notions of belonging and community.

Track 02

Urbanization and Cultural Transformation

This session investigates the impact of urbanization on cultural practices and social structures within cities. Contributions are welcome that analyze how urban environments reshape cultural identities and community dynamics.

Track 03

Migration and Transnational Identities

This track addresses the complexities of migration and its effects on identity across borders. Papers should explore how migration influences cultural exchange, identity negotiation, and the formation of transnational communities.

Track 04

Globalization and Local Heritage

This session examines the tensions and synergies between globalization and local heritage practices. Contributions should focus on how global forces impact local traditions and the preservation of cultural identities.

Track 05

Memory and Place: The Role of Historical Narratives

This track delves into the interplay between memory and geography, emphasizing how historical narratives shape our understanding of place. Papers are invited that investigate the role of collective memory in identity formation and cultural continuity.

Track 06

Cultural Studies in the Context of Urban Development

This session focuses on the intersection of cultural studies and urban development, exploring how cultural dynamics influence urban planning and policy. Submissions should analyze case studies that highlight the cultural implications of urban transformation.

Track 07

Tradition and Modernity: Negotiating Cultural Identities

This track explores the negotiation between tradition and modernity in shaping cultural identities. Papers should address how societies reconcile traditional practices with contemporary influences in various geographical contexts.

Track 08

Place-Making and Community Resilience

This session investigates the concept of place-making as a tool for fostering community resilience and identity. Contributions should focus on strategies that communities employ to create meaningful spaces amid social and environmental challenges.

Track 09

Cultural Landscapes and Environmental Change

This track examines the relationship between cultural landscapes and environmental change, highlighting how cultural practices influence and are influenced by ecological transformations. Papers should explore case studies that illustrate these dynamics.

Track 10

Society and the Politics of Space

This session addresses the political dimensions of space and geography, focusing on how societal structures and power relations shape spatial practices. Contributions are welcome that analyze the implications of spatial politics on identity and community.

Track 11

Heritage and Identity in a Globalized World

This track explores the challenges and opportunities presented by globalization for cultural heritage and identity. Papers should investigate how heritage practices adapt to global influences while maintaining local significance.