HYBRID EVENT: You can participate in person at Mexico City, Mexico 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 6 SDGs SDGs 3, 4, 9, 10, 11 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
    Narratives of Identity in Contemporary Literature
    410
    Track Overview

    This track explores how contemporary literature reflects and shapes individual and collective identities. It invites papers that analyze narrative techniques and themes related to memory, tradition, and cultural heritage.

    Track 02
    Cultural Heritage and Literary Traditions
    11
    Track Overview

    This session focuses on the interplay between cultural heritage and literary traditions across different societies. Participants are encouraged to examine how literature serves as a repository of cultural memory and identity.

    Track 03
    Comparative Studies in Literature and History
    49
    Track Overview

    This track aims to foster comparative analyses of literary works within their historical contexts. Papers should investigate how historical narratives influence literary forms and themes across cultures.

  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
    Archives of Memory: Literature and Historical Narratives
    411
    Track Overview

    This session examines the role of literature in preserving and interpreting collective memory through historical narratives. Contributions should focus on how literary texts engage with archival materials to construct meaning.

    Track 05
    Interdisciplinary Approaches to Literary Studies
    1016
    Track Overview

    This track encourages interdisciplinary research that bridges literature with other fields such as history, sociology, and anthropology. Papers should highlight innovative methodologies that enrich the understanding of literary texts.

    Track 06
    Tradition and Modernity in Global Literature
    1116
    Track Overview

    This session investigates the tension between tradition and modernity in global literary works. Participants are invited to explore how authors negotiate cultural heritage within contemporary narratives.

  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
    Memory and Trauma in Literary Representations
    316
    Track Overview

    This track focuses on the representation of memory and trauma in literature, examining how these themes shape narratives and characters. Papers should analyze the impact of historical events on literary expression.

    Track 08
    The Role of Narrative in Shaping Cultural Identity
    410
    Track Overview

    This session explores the significance of narrative structures in the construction of cultural identities. Contributions should investigate how storytelling practices reflect and challenge societal norms and values.

    Track 09
    Literature as a Medium for Cultural Dialogue
    1016
    Track Overview

    This track encourages discussions on how literature facilitates dialogue between diverse cultures and traditions. Papers should focus on texts that promote understanding and exchange across cultural boundaries.

  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 Evolution of Literary Genres and Cultural Heritage
    411
    Track Overview

    This session examines the evolution of literary genres in relation to cultural heritage and societal changes. Participants are invited to analyze how genre conventions adapt to reflect shifting cultural narratives.

    Track 11
    The Intersections of Literature and Memory Studies
    416
    Track Overview

    This track investigates the intersections between literary studies and memory studies, focusing on how literature engages with concepts of memory and forgetting. Papers should explore the implications of memory in shaping literary discourse.

  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 9 Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure 10 Reduced Inequalities 11 Sustainable Cities and Communities 16 Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions

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