All Session Tracks

• Track 01 – Religion and Politics: Intersections and Implications
  This track explores the complex relationships between religious beliefs and political structures across various societies. It aims to analyze how religion influences political ideologies and governance models. Aligned SDGs: SDG 16 – Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions  |  SDG 10 – Reduced Inequalities  |  SDG 5 – Gender Equality
• Track 02 – Secularism and Its Discontents
  This session investigates the challenges and critiques of secularism in contemporary societies. Participants will examine the implications of secularism on religious practices and societal cohesion. Aligned SDGs: SDG 16 – Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions  |  SDG 10 – Reduced Inequalities
• Track 03 – Religious Nationalism: Identity and Conflict
  This track focuses on the rise of religious nationalism and its impact on identity politics and social conflict. Scholars will discuss case studies that illustrate the interplay between religion and national identity. Aligned SDGs: SDG 16 – Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions  |  SDG 10 – Reduced Inequalities  |  SDG 5 – Gender Equality
• Track 04 – Global Religions and Local Practices
  This session examines the dynamics of global religious movements and their influence on local traditions and practices. It aims to highlight the negotiation between global religious identities and local cultural contexts. Aligned SDGs: SDG 11 – Sustainable Cities and Communities  |  SDG 16 – Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions  |  SDG 4 – Quality Education
• Track 05 – Political Theology: The Role of Religion in Governance
  This track delves into the concept of political theology and its relevance in modern governance. Scholars will explore how theological principles shape political ideologies and state policies. Aligned SDGs: SDG 16 – Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions  |  SDG 10 – Reduced Inequalities  |  SDG 5 – Gender Equality
• Track 06 – Public Religion: Faith in the Public Sphere
  This session investigates the role of religion in public life and its implications for democracy and civic engagement. Participants will analyze how religious beliefs inform public discourse and policy-making. Aligned SDGs: SDG 16 – Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions  |  SDG 11 – Sustainable Cities and Communities  |  SDG 10 – Reduced Inequalities
• Track 07 – Religious Movements and Social Change
  This track focuses on the role of religious movements in driving social change and reform. Scholars will discuss the strategies employed by these movements to influence societal norms and values. Aligned SDGs: SDG 16 – Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions  |  SDG 10 – Reduced Inequalities  |  SDG 5 – Gender Equality
• Track 08 – Political Islam: Ideologies and Practices
  This session examines the diverse expressions of political Islam and their impact on governance and society. Participants will explore the ideological foundations and practical implications of political Islamic movements. Aligned SDGs: SDG 16 – Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions  |  SDG 10 – Reduced Inequalities  |  SDG 5 – Gender Equality
• Track 09 – Religion and Democracy: Tensions and Synergies
  This track investigates the relationship between religion and democratic governance. Scholars will analyze how religious beliefs can both support and challenge democratic principles and practices. Aligned SDGs: SDG 16 – Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions  |  SDG 10 – Reduced Inequalities  |  SDG 5 – Gender Equality
• Track 10 – Civil Religion: The Sacred in Secular States
  This session explores the concept of civil religion and its manifestations in secular states. Participants will discuss how civil religion shapes national identity and collective memory. Aligned SDGs: SDG 16 – Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions  |  SDG 10 – Reduced Inequalities
• Track 11 – Religious Activism in the Modern World
  This track focuses on the rise of religious activism and its impact on social and political movements. Scholars will examine the motivations, strategies, and outcomes of religiously motivated activism in various contexts. Aligned SDGs: SDG 16 – Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions  |  SDG 10 – Reduced Inequalities  |  SDG 5 – Gender Equality

Alignment with the Sustainable Development Goals
Alongside its academic focus, the conference promotes responsible research, ethical practice and knowledge-driven development. Its session tracks collectively contribute to the following United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.

• SDG 4
  Quality Education
• SDG 5
  Gender Equality
• SDG 10
  Reduced Inequalities
• SDG 11
  Sustainable Cities and Communities
• SDG 16
  Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions