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

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 11–12 January 2027
Academic Scope 11 Tracks Conference Session Tracks
Research Scope 20 Areas Call for Papers themes
SDG Alignment 4 SDGs SDGs 4, 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

11 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
    Cultural Beliefs and Identity Formation
    410
    Track Overview

    This track explores the intricate relationship between cultural beliefs and the formation of individual and collective identities. It aims to analyze how various belief systems influence personal and societal identity dynamics.

    Track 02
    Faith and Identity in Contemporary Society
    16
    Track Overview

    This session focuses on the role of faith in shaping identities within modern contexts. It seeks to understand how religious beliefs interact with contemporary social issues and personal identity.

    Track 03
    Religion and Cultural Heritage
    114
    Track Overview

    This track examines the interplay between religion and cultural heritage, emphasizing how religious practices and beliefs contribute to the preservation of cultural identity. Discussions will include case studies from diverse cultural backgrounds.

  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
    Social Identity and Belief Systems
    1016
    Track Overview

    This session investigates the impact of social identity on belief systems and vice versa. It aims to highlight how group affiliations shape individual beliefs and the collective memory of communities.

    Track 05
    Anthropological Perspectives on Faith
    416
    Track Overview

    This track offers an anthropological lens on the study of faith and its manifestations across cultures. It encourages interdisciplinary approaches to understanding religious practices and their cultural implications.

    Track 06
    Traditions and Modernity: A Cultural Dialogue
    1116
    Track Overview

    This session addresses the tension and dialogue between traditional beliefs and modernity. It aims to explore how cultural identities adapt and transform in response to contemporary challenges.

  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

12 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
    Global Identities and Religious Pluralism
    1016
    Track Overview

    This track examines the emergence of global identities in the context of increasing religious pluralism. It seeks to understand how diverse belief systems coexist and influence cultural identities on a global scale.

    Track 08
    Values, Culture, and Community Beliefs
    1116
    Track Overview

    This session explores the relationship between cultural values and community beliefs. It aims to analyze how shared values shape community identity and influence social cohesion.

    Track 09
    Spiritual Identity in a Globalized World
    16
    Track Overview

    This track focuses on the concept of spiritual identity and its evolution in a globalized context. It seeks to explore how globalization affects individual spirituality and collective religious practices.

  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
    Collective Memory and Cultural Identity
    416
    Track Overview

    This session investigates the role of collective memory in shaping cultural identities. It aims to understand how shared histories and narratives influence contemporary beliefs and practices.

    Track 11
    Belief and Community Resilience
    1116
    Track Overview

    This track examines how belief systems contribute to community resilience in times of crisis. It aims to explore the role of faith and cultural beliefs in fostering social support and collective action.

  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 10 Reduced Inequalities 11 Sustainable Cities and Communities 16 Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions

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