All Session Tracks

• Track 01 – The Role of Poetry in Social Movements
  This track explores how poetry serves as a catalyst for social change within various protest movements. Participants will analyze the intersection of poetic expression and activism, highlighting the transformative power of verse in mobilizing communities. Aligned SDGs: SDG 4 – Quality Education  |  SDG 10 – Reduced Inequalities
• Track 02 – Radical Poetics: Defying Norms and Conventions
  Focusing on avant-garde and experimental poetry, this session examines how radical poetics challenge societal norms and conventions. Scholars will discuss the implications of subversive language and form in articulating dissent. Aligned SDGs: SDG 5 – Gender Equality  |  SDG 16 – Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
• Track 03 – Cultural Resistance through Poetic Expression
  This track investigates the ways in which poetry acts as a form of cultural resistance against oppression and marginalization. Presentations will highlight diverse voices that utilize poetry to reclaim identity and assert agency. Aligned SDGs: SDG 10 – Reduced Inequalities  |  SDG 11 – Sustainable Cities and Communities
• Track 04 – Political Poetry: A Voice for the Voiceless
  Participants in this session will delve into the role of political poetry in giving voice to underrepresented communities. The discussions will center on how poets articulate grievances and aspirations through their work. Aligned SDGs: SDG 1 – No Poverty  |  SDG 16 – Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
• Track 05 – Poetry of Dissent: Historical Perspectives
  This track offers a historical analysis of poetry as a form of dissent across different eras and cultures. Scholars will explore significant poetic works that have emerged in response to political upheaval and social injustice. Aligned SDGs: SDG 16 – Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
• Track 06 – Activist Writing: Strategies and Impact
  Focusing on the strategies employed by poets and writers in activist contexts, this session will examine the impact of their work on social justice movements. Participants will analyze case studies that illustrate the effectiveness of activist writing. Aligned SDGs: SDG 4 – Quality Education  |  SDG 10 – Reduced Inequalities
• Track 07 – Poetic Identity and Intersectionality
  This track investigates the complexities of poetic identity through the lens of intersectionality. Presenters will discuss how various identities shape poetic expression and the ways in which poetry can address multiple axes of oppression. Aligned SDGs: SDG 5 – Gender Equality  |  SDG 10 – Reduced Inequalities
• Track 08 – The Aesthetics of Protest: Form and Function
  Exploring the aesthetics of protest poetry, this session will analyze the relationship between form and function in conveying resistance. Participants will consider how stylistic choices enhance the message of dissent. Aligned SDGs: SDG 4 – Quality Education  |  SDG 11 – Sustainable Cities and Communities
• Track 09 – Transnational Perspectives on Resistance Poetry
  This track invites discussions on how resistance poetry transcends national boundaries, fostering global solidarity. Scholars will examine the ways in which poets engage with transnational issues through their work. Aligned SDGs: SDG 10 – Reduced Inequalities  |  SDG 17 – Partnerships for the Goals
• Track 10 – The Future of Poetics in Activism
  Looking ahead, this session will explore emerging trends in poetics within activist contexts. Participants will discuss the evolving role of poetry in contemporary social movements and its potential for future resistance. Aligned SDGs: SDG 4 – Quality Education  |  SDG 16 – Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
• Track 11 – Critical Writing and Social Justice
  This track focuses on the relationship between critical writing and social justice advocacy. Scholars will analyze how critical literary approaches can illuminate systemic injustices and inspire collective action. Aligned SDGs: SDG 10 – Reduced Inequalities  |  SDG 16 – Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions

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 1
  No Poverty
• 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
• SDG 17
  Partnerships for the Goals