All Session Tracks

• Track 01 – Cinematic Narratives and Identity in Latin America
  This track explores the intersection of film and identity, examining how cinematic narratives shape and reflect cultural identities in Latin American societies. Papers may analyze specific films or trends in representation that highlight the complexities of identity formation in the region. Aligned SDGs: SDG 10 – Reduced Inequalities  |  SDG 16 – Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
• Track 02 – Digital Media and the Transformation of Journalism in Latin America
  This session focuses on the evolving landscape of journalism in Latin America, particularly in the context of digital media. Contributions will investigate how digital platforms are reshaping news dissemination, audience engagement, and the challenges of misinformation. Aligned SDGs: SDG 9 – Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure  |  SDG 16 – Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
• Track 03 – Visual Culture and Propaganda in Latin American Media
  This track examines the role of visual culture in shaping public perception and political discourse through propaganda in Latin American media. Papers may explore historical and contemporary examples of visual strategies used to influence societal narratives. Aligned SDGs: SDG 16 – Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions  |  SDG 17 – Partnerships for the Goals
• Track 04 – Censorship and Freedom of Expression in Latin American Film
  This session addresses the challenges of censorship and the fight for freedom of expression within the Latin American film industry. Participants are encouraged to discuss case studies that highlight the impact of political and social censorship on filmmakers and their works. Aligned SDGs: SDG 16 – Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions  |  SDG 10 – Reduced Inequalities
• Track 05 – Popular Culture and Resistance in Latin American Storytelling
  This track investigates how popular culture serves as a medium for resistance and social commentary in Latin American storytelling. Papers may analyze various forms of media, including literature, film, and performance, that challenge dominant narratives. Aligned SDGs: SDG 10 – Reduced Inequalities  |  SDG 16 – Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
• Track 06 – Globalization and Its Impact on Latin American Cultural Representation
  This session explores the effects of globalization on the cultural representation of Latin America in various media forms. Contributions will examine how global influences reshape local narratives and cultural expressions. Aligned SDGs: SDG 8 – Decent Work and Economic Growth  |  SDG 17 – Partnerships for the Goals
• Track 07 – Television as a Site of Cultural Negotiation in Latin America
  This track focuses on the role of television in negotiating cultural identities and social issues in Latin America. Papers may explore how television programming reflects and influences societal values and norms. Aligned SDGs: SDG 10 – Reduced Inequalities  |  SDG 16 – Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
• Track 08 – Aesthetics of Resistance: Art and Performance in Latin America
  This session highlights the role of art and performance as forms of resistance against oppression in Latin America. Contributions will examine how aesthetic practices challenge power structures and promote social change. Aligned SDGs: SDG 5 – Gender Equality  |  SDG 16 – Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
• Track 09 – Narratives of Migration in Latin American Media
  This track investigates how migration is represented in Latin American media, focusing on the narratives that emerge from the experiences of migrants. Papers may analyze films, literature, and digital media that depict the complexities of migration. Aligned SDGs: SDG 10 – Reduced Inequalities  |  SDG 16 – Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
• Track 10 – The Role of Social Media in Shaping Latin American Cultural Discourse
  This session examines the impact of social media on cultural discourse in Latin America, particularly in relation to identity and representation. Contributions will explore how social media platforms facilitate new forms of storytelling and community engagement. Aligned SDGs: SDG 10 – Reduced Inequalities  |  SDG 16 – Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
• Track 11 – Intersections of Literature and Visual Culture in Latin America
  This track explores the interplay between literature and visual culture in Latin America, focusing on how these mediums inform and enrich each other. Papers may analyze specific works or movements that exemplify this dynamic relationship. Aligned SDGs: SDG 4 – Quality Education  |  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 4
  Quality Education
• SDG 5
  Gender Equality
• SDG 8
  Decent Work and Economic Growth
• SDG 9
  Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
• SDG 10
  Reduced Inequalities
• SDG 16
  Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
• SDG 17
  Partnerships for the Goals