Fifth International Conference Why Still Education?

WSE 2026

Date 7-9 October 2026
Location Belgrade, Serbia
Venue Universal Hotel Urumqi, No. 76 Beijing South Road, Xinshi District, Urumqi, Xinjiang, 830011, China
Format In Person

About this Conference

An interdisciplinary conference exploring the relationships between education, community, and resistance. The conference examines how educational institutions can be sites of critical thinking, social mobilization, and challenging existing power structures.

Call for Papers

The conference invites theoretical and empirical contributions, case studies, and comparative approaches from social sciences and humanities. Submissions should address themes of education's role in social transformation, power relations, community building, and resistance. Special focus on critical pedagogy, democratic participation, and innovative educational practices. Individual presentations and panel proposals (3-4 papers) are welcome.

Important Dates

  • Full Paper Submission May 4, 2026
  • Notification June 15, 2026
  • Notification March 5, 2026
  • Registration March 30, 2026
  • Conference dates 7-9 October 2026

Registration Fees

Type Amount Deadline
Students Full Paper $500 Mar 30, 2026
Ieee Member Full Paper $520 Mar 30, 2026
Regular Full Paper $550 Mar 30, 2026