International Conference on Anthropological Theory and Methodology - (ICATMY-26)
21st - 22nd September, 2026 | Bali, Indonesia
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This conference contributes to global sustainability by aligning its research discussions and academic sessions with key United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. It fosters knowledge exchange, innovation, and collaborative engagement.
SDG 1 — No Poverty
SDG 4 — Quality Education
SDG 9 — Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
SDG 10 — Reduced Inequalities
SDG 11 — Sustainable Cities and Communities
SDG 16 — Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
SDG 17 — Partnerships for the Goals
This track explores cutting-edge methodologies in anthropology, emphasizing the integration of technology and traditional methods. Participants are encouraged to present novel approaches that enhance data collection and analysis in fieldwork.
Focusing on the evolving nature of ethnography, this track invites discussions on the relevance of participant observation in modern societies. Papers should address challenges and adaptations in ethnographic research within diverse cultural settings.
This session aims to foster dialogue on comparative methodologies in cultural anthropology, highlighting the significance of cross-cultural analyses. Contributions should emphasize theoretical frameworks that facilitate comparative insights.
This track invites papers that critically engage with various theoretical frameworks employed in anthropological research. Participants are encouraged to reflect on how these frameworks shape research questions and outcomes.
This session examines the role of reflexivity in anthropological fieldwork, focusing on ethical considerations and the researcher's positionality. Contributions should explore how reflexive practices inform data interpretation and representation.
This track addresses the epistemological underpinnings of social research within anthropology, questioning the nature of knowledge production. Papers should engage with concepts of truth, subjectivity, and the implications for anthropological inquiry.
This session invites discussions on the application of critical theory within anthropological research, exploring its impact on cultural analysis. Participants are encouraged to analyze how critical perspectives reshape our understanding of social phenomena.
Focusing on the intersection of methodology and social change, this track seeks contributions that examine how anthropological methods can address contemporary social issues. Papers should highlight innovative approaches that facilitate engagement with communities.
This session explores the challenges and opportunities of conducting cultural analysis in an increasingly globalized context. Participants are invited to discuss how globalization influences cultural practices and anthropological research.
This track provides a platform for researchers to share their fieldwork experiences, focusing on the practical challenges and insights gained during the research process. Contributions should reflect on the impact of these experiences on methodological choices.
This session encourages the exploration of interdisciplinary methodologies that enrich anthropological inquiry. Papers should demonstrate how collaboration with other disciplines enhances understanding of complex social phenomena.