HYBRID EVENT: You can participate in person at Nairobi, Kenya 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 3–4 February 2027
Academic Scope 11 Tracks Conference Session Tracks
Research Scope 20 Areas Call for Papers themes
SDG Alignment 4 SDGs SDGs 3, 4, 10 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

3 FEB 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 Interplay of Literature and Philosophy
    416
    Track Overview

    This track explores the reciprocal relationship between literature and philosophical inquiry. Participants will examine how literary texts can illuminate philosophical concepts and vice versa.

    Track 02
    Aesthetic Theories in Literary Criticism
    4
    Track Overview

    This session focuses on various aesthetic theories and their application in literary criticism. Scholars will discuss how aesthetic values shape the interpretation and appreciation of literary works.

    Track 03
    Ethics in Literature: Moral Dilemmas and Human Experience
    316
    Track Overview

    This track investigates the representation of ethical dilemmas in literature and their implications for understanding human experience. Papers will analyze how literary narratives engage with moral philosophy.

  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
    Critical Thought and Cultural Studies
    410
    Track Overview

    This session invites discussions on the role of critical thought in cultural studies, particularly in relation to literature. Participants will explore how literature reflects and critiques cultural norms and values.

    Track 05
    Hermeneutics and Literary Interpretation
    4
    Track Overview

    This track delves into hermeneutical approaches to literary interpretation, emphasizing the importance of context and meaning-making. Scholars will share methodologies that enhance our understanding of texts.

    Track 06
    Humanism in Contemporary Literature
    316
    Track Overview

    This session examines the resurgence of humanist themes in contemporary literature. Participants will discuss how modern authors engage with humanist ideals and their relevance in today's society.

  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

4 FEB 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
    Interdisciplinary Approaches to Literary Studies
    410
    Track Overview

    This track encourages interdisciplinary dialogue between literature and other fields such as history, sociology, and psychology. Papers will highlight innovative methodologies that enrich literary analysis.

    Track 08
    Philosophical Underpinnings of Aesthetic Experience
    4
    Track Overview

    This session focuses on the philosophical foundations of aesthetic experience as presented in literature. Participants will explore how different philosophical traditions inform our understanding of beauty and art.

    Track 09
    Literature as a Reflection of Ethical Ideals
    316
    Track Overview

    This track investigates how literature serves as a mirror to ethical ideals and societal values. Scholars will analyze texts that challenge or reinforce moral perspectives within their cultural contexts.

  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
    Cultural Narratives and Identity Formation
    1016
    Track Overview

    This session examines how literature shapes cultural narratives and contributes to identity formation. Participants will discuss the role of storytelling in constructing and deconstructing cultural identities.

    Track 11
    The Role of Critical Theory in Literary Discourse
    416
    Track Overview

    This track explores the application of critical theory in literary discourse, focusing on its impact on interpretation and meaning. Scholars will engage with various critical frameworks to analyze literary texts.

  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
3 Good Health and Well-being 4 Quality Education 10 Reduced Inequalities 16 Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions

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