HYBRID EVENT: You can participate in person at Bandung, Indonesia or Virtually from your home or work

Tentative Program

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 19–20 January 2027
Academic Scope 11 Tracks Conference Session Tracks
Research Scope 20 Areas Call for Papers themes
SDG Alignment 7 SDGs SDGs 4, 5, 9, 10, 11, 13 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

19 JAN 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
    The Role of Communication in Shaping Cultural Identity
    410
    Track Overview

    This track explores how communication practices influence the formation and evolution of cultural identities. It invites papers that examine the interplay between media representations and individual or collective identity construction.

    Track 02
    Media Technologies and Their Impact on Society
    911
    Track Overview

    This session focuses on the transformative effects of emerging media technologies on social structures and interactions. Contributions should analyze both positive and negative implications of technology on societal norms and behaviors.

    Track 03
    Representation in Media: Power and Politics
    16
    Track Overview

    This track investigates the dynamics of representation in media and its implications for power relations in society. Papers should critically assess how media narratives shape political discourse and public perception.

  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
    Knowledge Production in the Digital Age
    49
    Track Overview

    This session examines how digital platforms are reshaping the processes of knowledge production and dissemination. Contributions should explore the implications of these changes for academic discourse and public understanding.

    Track 05
    Cultural Studies and the Politics of Representation
    1016
    Track Overview

    This track delves into the intersections of cultural studies and political representation in media. It invites analyses of how cultural narratives influence political identities and vice versa.

    Track 06
    Social Media and the Construction of Public Opinion
    16
    Track Overview

    This session focuses on the role of social media in shaping public opinion and collective behavior. Papers should investigate the mechanisms through which social media platforms influence political engagement and social movements.

  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

20 JAN 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
    Communication Strategies in Crisis Situations
    1113
    Track Overview

    This track explores effective communication strategies employed during crises, including natural disasters and political upheavals. Contributions should analyze case studies that highlight the role of media in crisis management and public response.

    Track 08
    Cultural Narratives and Social Change
    1016
    Track Overview

    This session examines how cultural narratives propagated through media can drive social change. Papers should explore the relationship between storytelling, cultural representation, and activism.

    Track 09
    Identity Politics in Contemporary Media
    510
    Track Overview

    This track investigates the representation of identity politics in various media forms. Contributions should critically assess how media narratives shape and reflect issues of race, gender, and sexuality.

  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
    The Ethics of Communication in the Information Age
    16
    Track Overview

    This session addresses ethical considerations in communication practices within the context of rapidly evolving information technologies. Papers should explore the responsibilities of media producers and consumers in the digital landscape.

    Track 11
    Interdisciplinary Approaches to Communication Studies
    410
    Track Overview

    This track encourages interdisciplinary research that bridges communication studies with other fields within the social sciences and humanities. Contributions should highlight innovative methodologies and theoretical frameworks that enhance our understanding of communication phenomena.

  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 5 Gender Equality 9 Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure 10 Reduced Inequalities 11 Sustainable Cities and Communities 13 Climate Action 16 Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions

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