Conference Objectives
- Encourage interdisciplinary dialogue on African cultural practices, belief systems, and their evolution across generations
- Examine sociological frameworks that authentically capture African lived experiences beyond Eurocentric academic paradigms
- Promote collaborative research networks linking African-based scholars with diaspora communities and international institutions
- Highlight the intersection of gender, ethnicity, and class within diverse African socio-cultural contexts
- Investigate how digital technologies and globalization are reshaping African cultural production and social organization
- Amplify policy-relevant findings that can inform community development and cultural preservation initiatives across the continent
Who Should Attend
Archivists, policymakers, diaspora advocates and postgraduate students in African studies are all welcome to attend.
- Sociologists and cultural anthropologists specializing in African studies
- Historians and archivists focused on African oral traditions and heritage documentation
- NGO professionals working on cultural preservation and social development in Africa
- Diaspora community leaders and advocates engaged in identity and belonging research
- Postgraduate students and early-career researchers in African humanities and social sciences
- Policymakers addressing cultural rights, social equity, and governance across African nations
- Journalists, documentary filmmakers, and media practitioners covering African social narratives
Select Ticket Type
Whether you are joining us as a presenter or a delegate, the conference offers structured ticket types to suit your needs and budget. All listed ticket prices are fully inclusive of applicable taxes, so there are no hidden costs when you complete your registration. We invite you to select the option that best reflects your level of participation.
Registration Fees
- Early Bird Author Registration – US$499 For authors keen on availing a $100 discount on the regular registration fee, early bird registration is recommended.
- Regular Author Registration – US$599 If the early bird deadline has been missed, authors can opt for the regular registration process.
- Listener Registration – US$499 Individuals interested in attending the conference to expand their knowledge and network can register as listeners.
What Registration Includes
- Admission to the conference sessions
- Conference materials
- Presentation opportunity for eligible authors and speakers
- Certificate of participation or presentation for eligible registered participants
- Networking access
- Conference photo session
- Official registration confirmation
- Invitation letter support for eligible registered participants
- Refreshments or meal items as confirmed in the final venue package
Invitation Letter Support
Upon successful registration, the conference secretariat is pleased to provide official invitation letters to support attendees in their travel preparation. These letters are issued on official conference letterhead and contain key details such as the event dates, venue, and the registrant’s participation status, making them suitable for submission to employers, funding bodies, or travel planning authorities.
To request an invitation letter, participants must first complete their conference registration and receive confirmation of payment. The letter can then be requested through the official conference portal, and the secretariat endeavours to issue all letters promptly to ensure attendees have adequate time to manage their travel logistics before the Brampton event.
Please note that while the conference secretariat is committed to providing accurate and complete invitation documentation, the issuance of this letter does not guarantee visa approval or entry into Canada. All visa applications remain entirely subject to the policies and decisions of the relevant immigration authorities, and attendees are strongly encouraged to initiate their visa processes well in advance of the conference dates.
Before You Register
- Registration fees are non-refundable and cannot be transferred to another person. If your visa is refused, you get 50% off one new registration for a later edition in your name.
- Your invitation letter is emailed within 3 to 5 business days after your payment is verified.
- You arrange your own visa, travel and accommodation.
Call for Papers – 26th International Conference on African Culture and Sociology
We warmly invite scholars, researchers, and practitioners to submit original contributions that interrogate, celebrate, and critically analyze the full spectrum of African cultural and sociological inquiry. Submissions from diverse geographical perspectives and methodological traditions are equally encouraged to ensure the richest possible scholarly exchange.
Accepted work may be considered for the conference proceedings where applicable and is presented during the event in Brampton, Canada.
Suggested Submission Topics:
- African diaspora identity formation
- Decolonizing African sociology curricula
- Indigenous knowledge systems preservation
- Urbanization and African social change
- African feminist theory and gender
- Religion, ritual, and cultural belonging
- Pan-Africanism in contemporary discourse
- Language politics and cultural expression
- Migration, mobility, and belonging
- Afrofuturism and cultural imagination
- African youth culture and social media
- Land, ancestry, and communal identity
Paper and Abstract Submission
Authors are invited to submit abstracts, research papers, case studies, review papers or professional practice presentations.
All submissions are reviewed before acceptance. Submitted work should be original and not previously published.
For the 26th edition, papers can cover any of the conference tracks, for example Decolonizing African sociology curricula, Religion, ritual, and cultural belonging or Afrofuturism and cultural imagination.
| Submission Type | Description |
|---|---|
| Abstract | A concise summary of the research, case study or presentation topic |
| Full Paper | A complete academic or professional paper |
| Case Study | A practical business, management or economic case analysis |
| Review Paper | A literature-based research or industry review |
| Professional Presentation | A practice-based presentation from professional experience |
Submission Guidelines
- Submissions must be written in English.
- Submissions must be original and relevant to the conference theme.
- Abstracts should clearly describe the purpose, method, findings and relevance of the work.
- Full papers should normally be between 4 and 12 pages.
- Authors must complete registration after acceptance to confirm participation.
Peer Review Details
All abstracts and full paper submissions to the 26th International Conference on African Culture and Sociology undergo a double-blind peer review process conducted by reviewers in African studies, sociology, and related disciplines. This process ensures that every accepted contribution meets the highest standards of scholarly merit, originality, and relevance to the conference themes.
To know more about our peer review details, visit here.
Submission Form
Note: If you are interested in participating as an author, you must submit your paper through the Author Paper Submission Form before completing the payment and registration.
Best Paper Award
The Best Paper Award will be announced at the conference closing session. The winner will be rewarded with:
- The recipient of the Best Paper Award will receive a certificate of excellence along with a complimentary full registration to the following edition of the International Conference on African Culture and Sociology, recognizing their outstanding scholarly contribution to the field.
- Winning papers will be prominently featured in the conference’s official communications, including the post-event newsletter and social media highlights, offering recipients meaningful international visibility within the global African studies academic community.
26th International Conference on African Culture and Sociology – February 11, 2027 – Brampton, Canada
[Registration starts 9 AM, Gate closes 9:30 AM]
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM | Registration and networking |
| 10:00 AM – 10:20 AM | Opening remarks |
| 10:20 AM – 11:00 AM | Keynote session |
| 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM | Technical Session 1 |
| 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM | Lunch break |
| 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM | Technical Session 2 |
| 3:00 PM – 3:30 PM | Coffee break |
| 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM | Panel discussion and audience Q&A |
| 4:30 PM – 5:00 PM | Certificate distribution and photo session |
| 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM | Networking session |
Venue
To be announced.
Contact Us
3 Massey Square, East York, Ontario M4C 5L5, Canada
E-mail: [email protected]
Keynote Speaker
Keynote speaker to be announced. Focus: global transformation, leadership, innovation, and strategic growth.
Conference Terms
- Name or spelling changes to an issued invitation letter cost US$50.
- A notarized invitation letter is an optional extra service (US$100), sent within 10 business days after payment. It supports a visa application but does not guarantee approval.
Terms and ConditionsRefund PolicyNotarized Invitation Letter
Disclaimer
- The 26th International Conference on African Culture and Sociology embraces a genuinely multidisciplinary approach; while the central focus is African culture and sociology, contributions drawing from anthropology, history, political science, media studies, and related fields are welcomed where they enrich the core thematic discourse.
- Receipt of a registration confirmation or invitation letter does not constitute a guaranteed place in the final programme until payment has been fully processed and verified; the organizing committee reserves the right to finalize session allocations based on confirmed attendees only.
- Registered participants are encouraged to attend the full duration of the conference to maximize networking and learning opportunities; however, the organizers cannot be held responsible for any sessions missed due to personal scheduling conflicts, travel disruptions, or other circumstances beyond the conference’s direct control.