Conference Overview

The Association of Asian Social Science Research Councils (AASSREC) will hold its 26th Biennial Conference in collaboration with the Indian Council of Social Sciences Research (ICSSR). The conference theme is "Social Science Research in the Indo-Pacific for Sustainable Futures."

This significant event aims to gather social scientists, researchers, policymakers, and institutional leaders from across the Indo-Pacific region. Attendees will share research, insights, policy inputs, and solutions to foster human and social development.

The conference provides a platform for discussing critical sectors and challenges within the region. It encourages collaboration and the exchange of ideas to promote sustainable futures.

Date and Location

The conference will take place from December 3rd to 5th, 2025. The venue for the conference is New Delhi, India.

New Delhi offers a vibrant backdrop for this international gathering. Participants can expect a stimulating environment conducive to learning and networking.

Hosted by the Indian Council of Social Sciences Research (ICSSR), the conference benefits from their expertise and resources. ICSSR plays a crucial role in promoting social science research in India.

Call for Papers

AASSREC invites scholars, researchers, and practitioners to submit paper abstracts for the conference. The abstracts should align with the overarching theme of "Social Science Research in the Indo-Pacific for Sustainable Futures."

Submissions should ideally address one or more of the specified sub-themes. These sub-themes cover a range of relevant topics, including global realities, local knowledge, sustainable policies, AI ethics, and interdisciplinary approaches to environmental change.

Abstracts must be a maximum of 300 words. The submission deadline is July 5th, 2025. Submit your abstracts through the provided link: https://lnkd.in/dkth7RWR

Conference Themes

The conference will explore several key sub-themes related to sustainable futures in the Indo-Pacific region. These themes aim to foster discussion and collaboration among participants.

• Navigating Change: Social Science Responses to Emerging Global Realities
• Reimagining Indo-Pacific Social Sciences: Local Knowledge and Global Discourse
• Sustainable Policies for a Changing Indo-Pacific
• Social Sciences in the Age of AI: Ethics, Inclusion, and Transformation
• Sustainability and Society: Interdisciplinary Approaches to Environmental and Technological Change
• Transforming Institutions, Research Agendas, and Public Engagement in the Indo-Pacific

These themes encourage interdisciplinary approaches and diverse perspectives. The goal is to advance social science research and collaboration across the Indo-Pacific.

Registration and Further Information

For more detailed information about the conference, please visit: https://lnkd.in/dCNHQm_w. This link provides comprehensive details about the event.

This conference is a unique opportunity to contribute to regionally grounded, globally relevant conversations. Join us in Delhi to advance social science research and collaboration.

Don't miss this chance to network with leading and emerging voices in the field. Contribute to shaping inclusive, just, and sustainable futures across the Indo-Pacific region.