International Conference on ‘Decolonising Minority Rights Discourse,’ set to take place on May 9-10, 2025, at Sapientia University in Cluj/Kolozsvár, Romania. Jointly organized by the Tom Lantos Institute, Birmingham Law School, Sapientia University, and the Romanian Institute for Research on National Minorities, this event promises to be a pioneering platform for interdisciplinary scholarship in decolonial and minority rights studies.
We’re excited to welcome our distinguished keynote speaker, Professor Antony Anghie, alongside influential partner organizations, creating a rich environment for critical dialogue and fresh perspectives. The conference will feature presentations across thematic areas such as redefining minority classifications, decolonizing statehood, the impact of global governance, and economic dimensions of oppression. Additionally, it will highlight the power of grassroots activism and alternative approaches outside traditional legal frameworks. Attached, please find the full call for papers for all details.
Key Details:
- Dates: May 9-10, 2025
- Location: Sapientia University, Cluj/Kolozsvár, Romania
- Abstract Submission Deadline: January 13, 2025
- Registration Fee: €100 (full scholarships and registration fee waivers are available for eligible participants)
We particularly encourage early-career researchers and participants from the Global South and Eastern and Central Europe to apply. A limited number of scholarships are available to help cover travel, accommodation, and registration fees. Selected presenters will also have the opportunity to contribute to an edited volume based on the conference proceedings.
To apply, please complete this online form. For more information on submitting abstracts and any other detail, please, contact me or the Tom Lantos Institute at info@tomlantosinstitute.hu.
International Conference on ‘Decolonising Minority Rights Discourse’ in Cluj, Romania
