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Global Boiling Point: Old Problems and New Solutions

Paris, Friday, April 19, 2024 - 9:00 am to 6:00 pm CEST

Location: Reid Hall, 4 rue de Chevreuse, 75006 Paris, France (campus of the American Graduate School in Paris)

Attendance is free and open to all. To register, please RSVP by email to conference@ags.edu. 

Theme and objectives

The urgency of addressing environmental challenges on a global scale has never been more imperative. The international community finds itself at a critical juncture, facing a 'Global Boiling Point' (an arresting term coined by the UNSG Antonio Guterres) where the consequences of climate change, resource depletion, and environmental degradation are becoming increasingly acute. To tackle these multifaceted issues, the need for innovative and comprehensive solutions has never been greater.

As a follow-up to the discussions and debates of COP 28 in Dubai, this conference seeks to encourage participants to expand on enduring challenges and offer fresh perspectives emerging in response to the global environmental crisis. This platform will allow students and professionals to share research findings, exchange insights, and share innovative perspectives to safeguard the planet for the next generation. Through this international dialogue on the environment and its intersection with global politics “Global Boiling Point” seeks to assist in development of meaningful policies, strategies, and actions that will shape our planet's future. To this end we will move toward a sustainable, resilient, and harmonious world, and this conference is a vital step in that direction.

The 2024 American Graduate School Conference, "Global Boiling Point: Old Problems and New Solutions" seeks to bring together graduate, postgraduate, and senior undergraduate students, professionals, advocates, and global citizens to engage in a crucial dialogue on the pressing environmental issues from all imaginable IR lenses. This conference invites submissions of academic papers that explore the complex nexus of international relations, environmental challenges, and sustainable solutions.

See call for papers

Trump 2.0: Reshuffling the International Deck

Paris, Friday, April 18, 2025 - 9:00 am to 6:00 pm CEST

Location: Reid Hall, 4 rue de Chevreuse, 75006 Paris, France (campus of the American Graduate School in Paris)

Attendance is free and open to all. To register, please RSVP by email to conference@ags.edu. 

Theme and objectives

Donald Trump’s reelection has sent shockwaves through the global community, prompting a reevaluation of established norms, alliances, and power dynamics. As the world grapples with the reality of four more years of his “American First” approach, it is imperative to analyze the far- reaching consequences of his reelection on international relations, diplomacy, trade, security, and beyond. His unconventional approach to foreign policy reshaped alliances, challenged international norms, and sparked both admiration and criticism worldwide. This conference provides a timely platform to investigate these consequences in the field of international relations. We encourage participants to explore the potential shifts in not only U.S. foreign policy, but also that of the international community.

This conference provides an opportunity for graduate students, postgraduate researchers, and professionals to share their research findings, exchange ideas, and engage in meaningful discussions regarding the reshaping of international institutions, the future of multilateralism, and the evolving role of the US in an increasingly multipolar world. Through thought-provoking discussions and rigorous academic exchange, we aim to uncover strategies, ways to adapt, and analyze the responses of global actors that will be employed in navigating this reshaped landscape.

Join us in Paris as we embark on this intellectual journey to decipher the global reverberations of Trump’s 2024 reelection victory and chart a course forward in an era of profound uncertainty and transformation. We look forward to your active participation as we cover a wide range of topics, allowing participants to approach the theme from diverse perspectives and disciplines within the field of international relations.

Register for attendance (required)

See call for papers

Russia's War in Ukraine: The Implications, Aftermaths, and Possible End?

Paris, Friday, April 28, 2023 - 9:00 am to 6:00 pm CEST

Location: Reid Hall, 4 rue de Chevreuse, 75006 Paris, France (campus of the American Graduate School in Paris)

Attendance is free and open to all. To register, please RSVP by email to conference@ags.edu. 

Theme and objectives

The Russian invasion of Ukraine has seemingly destroyed peace in Europe brought on by decades of carefully crafted security architecture, yet, has highlighted global solidarity for Ukrainians and arguably has pushed states to find innovative ways to overcome challenges emphasized by the conflict.

This cataclysmic historical moment seems to add fuel to the fire of a world already troubled with multiple monumental events happening at once. It is imperative that global citizens critically analyze not only the challenges brought on by an unsubstantiated war but potential successes that can be extracted upon further scrutiny. This is an opportunity to open dialogue and address the critical political, economic, and diplomatic implications of Russia’s unprovoked, unjustified, and brutal invasion of Ukraine. This conference seeks to discuss the outcomes, positive or negative, that have already occurred in the past and will occur in the upcoming, highly anticipated winter months, a season that is expected to expose the true winners and losers in international relations and global leadership. CIA Director William Burns described Putin as someone who “is betting now that he is going to be tougher than the Ukrainians, the Europeans, the Americans...”.

This conference seeks to analyze the numerous consequences and impacts, both positive and negative, as well as potential resolutions to the conflict between Russia and Ukraine. This one-day in-person conference will bring together innovative thinkers including graduate, postgraduate, and senior undergraduate students, professionals, advocates, and global citizens to discuss a challenging and profound topic from varying vantage points - political, economic, social, cultural, legal, and philosophical.

See call for papers

AGS International Graduate Student Conference 2024:

Global Boiling Point: Old Problems and New Solutions

The American Graduate School in Paris (AGS) is now accepting submissions for its 2024 International Graduate Student Conference on the theme: Global Boiling Point: Old Problems and New Solutions.

Date and Location

Friday, April 19, 2024 - 9:00 am to 6:00 pm CEST

At the American Graduate School in Paris
Reid Hall
4, rue de Chevreuse
75006 Paris, France

Theme and objectives

The urgency of addressing environmental challenges on a global scale has never been more imperative. The international community finds itself at a critical juncture, facing a 'Global Boiling Point' (an arresting term coined by the UNSG Antonio Guterres) where the consequences of climate change, resource depletion, and environmental degradation are becoming increasingly acute. To tackle these multifaceted issues, the need for innovative and comprehensive solutions has never been greater.

As a follow-up to the discussions and debates of COP 28 in Dubai, this conference seeks to encourage participants to expand on enduring challenges and offer fresh perspectives emerging in response to the global environmental crisis. This platform will allow students and professionals to share research findings, exchange insights, and share innovative perspectives to safeguard the planet for the next generation. Through this international dialogue on the environment and its intersection with global politics “Global Boiling Point” seeks to assist in development of meaningful policies, strategies, and actions that will shape our planet's future. To this end we will move toward a sustainable, resilient, and harmonious world, and this conference is a vital step in that direction.

The 2024 American Graduate School Conference, "Global Boiling Point: Old Problems and New Solutions" seeks to bring together graduate, postgraduate, and senior undergraduate students, professionals, advocates, and global citizens to engage in a crucial dialogue on the pressing environmental issues from all imaginable IR lenses. This conference invites submissions of academic papers that explore the complex nexus of international relations, environmental challenges, and sustainable solutions.

Possible themes and approaches

For consideration to present on panels, your paper must be related to the field of International Relations.

Possible approaches surrounding the theme of the conference:

• Impact of wars on sustainability (Russia-Ukraine, Israel-Palestine etc.)

• Theoretical - i.e., Definitions, Meanings, and Interpretations (e.g., the environment-sovereignty, environment-trade, environment-security, environment-technology etc.)

• Policy - i.e., Impacts, Consequences and Solutions, Describing, Prescribing, and Predicting

• Methodology - Quantitative and Qualitative Data

• Businesses and Corporate Social Responsibility (i.e., Stakeholders and shareholders)

• Climate change and global governance

• Intersection between gender and environmental challenges

• Environmental security and conflict resolution

• Eco-feminist perspectives

• Racial disparities and climate change

• Sustainable development and resource management

• Global cooperation and international agreements

• Environmental justice and social equity

• The role of non-state actors and civil society

• Innovative technologies and green solutions

• Climate diplomacy and negotiations

• COP 28 and its implications

• Effect on International Relations

• Considerations of climate refugees

Organizers

This conference is organized by graduate students enrolled in the American Graduate School’s Ph.D. and MA programs in International Relations and Diplomacy in partnership with Arcadia University. It is coordinated by Shelby Ricketts (M.A. candidate, 2024) and assisted by the Graduate Student Association under the faculty supervision of Professor Ruchi Anand. Selected conference papers will be published in the Journal of International Relations, Peace Studies, and Development, an online, open-source, peer-reviewed academic journal published jointly by Arcadia University and the American Graduate School in Paris (https://scholarworks.arcadia.edu/agsjournal/).

Date and location

The AGS International Graduate Student Conference will take place on Friday, April 19th, 2024, from 9 am to 6 pm CEST. It will be held at the American Graduate School in Paris, Reid Hall, 4 Rue de Chevreuse, in the 6th arrondissement

Who can submit

This is a conference intended for graduate students, but senior undergraduates with academic or professional recommendations (from fields relating to the conference theme) may also apply.

How to submit and submission deadlines

Abstracts should be 200 to 350 words and submitted electronically to conference@ags.edu as an attachment (Microsoft Word or PDF). The subject line should include the name of the candidate as well as “AGS Conference Abstract Submission.” Please also give a potential, if not finalized, title for your paper/presentation. In addition, please include the following:

• Research topic/ topic of your paper, methodology (if applicable)

• University affiliation (degrees earned and those in the process of concentration and completion)

• Professional affiliation (if applicable)

• Prior conference presentation experience (if applicable)

• Visa requirements (for international applicants) to allow time for visa processing

• Letter of reference from institution faculty (required for senior undergraduate students outside of AGS)

Full papers are not necessary but highly suggested before the final presentation to enable discussion by the moderator.

Papers presented at the conference will be considered for publication in the Journal of International Relations, Peace Studies, and Development if recommended by the panel moderator. Note that for submissions selected for publication in the Journal, a completed draft will be required two weeks after the conference.

Submission deadlines

● Abstract due by: February 5th, 2024

● Working draft (as close to completion, as is) due by: April 1st, 2024

Fees and Conditions

All presenters (attending in person or virtually) will be required to pay a 50-euro registration fee. This fee will serve as a contribution toward organizational and administrative costs. It does not cover personal costs such as transportation, accommodation, etc. Please note that this fee is non-refundable.

All fees are payable online at https://ags.flywire.com.

The registration fee is due within 10 days of acceptance of their abstract. Applicants are only fully confirmed after having paid the registration fee, with fees due If accepted candidates cannot attend after confirming their participation in the conference, the registration fee is non-refundable. Attendance for those who do not present a paper is free.

The registration fee is waived for AGS students who present a paper.

Attendance for those who do not present a paper is free. An RSVP with information about the guest (Name, address, ID #/SS #, Passport #) is required to fulfill security regulations. Please RSVP to conference@ags.edu.

Contact and RSVP

For any questions about the conference and to RSVP, please contact Renée Stoute by email at conference@ags.edu

Graduate School Student Conference Committee
American Graduate School in Paris
Reid Hall
4 rue de Chevreuse
75006 Paris
France

AGS International Graduate Student Conference 2023:

Russia's War in Ukraine: The Implications, Aftermaths, and Possible End?

The American Graduate School in Paris (AGS) is now accepting submissions for its 2023 International Graduate Student Conference on the theme: Russia's War in Ukraine: The Implications, Aftermaths, and Possible End.

Date and Location

Friday, April 28, 2023 - 9:00 am to 6:00 pm CET

At the American Graduate School in Paris
Reid Hall
4, rue de Chevreuse
75006 Paris, France

Theme and objectives

The Russian invasion of Ukraine has seemingly destroyed peace in Europe brought on by decades of carefully crafted security architecture, yet, has highlighted global solidarity for Ukrainians and arguably has pushed states to find innovative ways to overcome challenges emphasized by the conflict.

This cataclysmic historical moment seems to add fuel to the fire of a world already troubled with multiple monumental events happening at once. It is imperative that global citizens critically analyze not only the challenges brought on by an unsubstantiated war but potential successes that can be extracted upon further scrutiny. This is an opportunity to open dialogue and address the critical political, economic, and diplomatic implications of Russia’s unprovoked, unjustified, and brutal invasion of Ukraine. This conference seeks to discuss the outcomes, positive or negative, that have already occurred in the past and will occur in the upcoming, highly anticipated winter months, a season that is expected to expose the true winners and losers in international relations and global leadership. CIA Director William Burns described Putin as someone who “is betting now that he is going to be tougher than the Ukrainians, the Europeans, the Americans...”.

This conference seeks to analyze the numerous consequences, and impacts, both positive and negative, as well as potential resolutions to the conflict between Russia and Ukraine. This one-day in-person conference will bring together innovative thinkers including graduate, postgraduate, and senior undergraduate students, professionals, advocates, and global citizens to discuss a challenging and profound topic from varying vantage points - political, economic, social, cultural, legal, and philosophical.

Possible themes and approaches

For consideration to present on panels, your paper must be related to the field of International Relations.

Possible approaches surrounding the theme of the conference:

• Definitions, meanings, and interpretations 

• Russian/Ukrainian identity and nationality

• Impacts, consequences, and solutions

• Describing, prescribing, predicting

• Theoretical underpinnings

• Quantitative and qualitative data

• Propaganda and media

• Non-Western interpretations of the invasion

• Human rights

• Gender impacts

• Climate change and environmental degradation

• Military strategy and analysis

• Economics, trade, and connectivity

• Agriculture and food

• Energy, gas, oil

• Soviet Union, USSR, Cold War

• Refugee and migration diplomacy

• The future of technology

• Geopolitics

• National and international law

• Global governance and the role of NGOs

• Regional governance

• Democracy in the aftermath of the invasion

• Effect on international relations

Organizers

This conference is organized by graduate students enrolled in the American Graduate School’s Ph.D. and MA programs in International Relations and Diplomacy in partnership with Arcadia University. It is coordinated by Renée Stoute (Ph.D. Candidate 2024) and the Graduate Student Association under the faculty supervision of Professor Ruchi Anand. Selected conference papers will be published in the Journal of International Relations, Peace Studies, and Development, an online, open-source, peer-reviewed academic journal published jointly by Arcadia University and the American Graduate School in Paris (https://scholarworks.arcadia.edu/agsjournal/). Date and location The AGS International Graduate Student Conference will take place on Friday, April 28th, 2022, from 9 am to 6 pm CET. It will be held at Reid Hall, on the campus of the American Graduate School in Paris, 4 Rue de Chevreuse, 75006 Paris in the 6th arrondissement

Who can submit

This is a conference intended for graduate students, but senior undergraduates with faculty, professor, academic or professional recommendations (from fields relating to the conference theme) may also apply.

How to submit and submission deadlines

While attendance is open to all, participation on panels is selective.

Abstracts should be 200 to 350 words and submitted electronically to conference@ags.edu as an attachment (Microsoft Word or PDF). The subject line should include the name of the candidate as well as “AGS Conference Abstract Submission.” Please also give a potential, if not finalized, title for your paper/presentation. In addition, please include the following:

• Research topic/ topic of your paper, methodology (if applicable)

• University affiliation (degrees earned and those in the process of concentration and completion)

• Professional affiliation (if applicable)

• Prior conference presentation experience (if applicable)

• Letter of reference from institution faculty (required for senior undergraduate students outside of AGS) Full papers are not necessary but highly suggested before the final presentation.

Note that for submissions selected for publication in the Journal of International Relations, Peace Studies, and Development, a completed draft will be required two weeks after the conference.

Submission deadlines

● Abstract due by: January 9th, 2023

● Working draft (as close to completion, as is) due by: April 9th, 2023

Fees and Conditions

All presenters (attending in person or virtually) will be required to pay a non-refundable 50-euro registration fee. This fee will serve as a contribution toward organizational and administrative costs. Note that it does not cover personal costs such as transportation, accommodation, etc.

All fees are payable online at https://ags.flywire.com.

The registration fee is due within 10 days of acceptance of their abstract. days Applicants are only fully confirmed after having paid the registration fee, with fees due If accepted candidates cannot attend after confirming their participation in the conference, the registration fee is non-refundable. Attendance for those who do not present a paper is free.

The registration fee is waived for AGS students who present a paper.

Contact and RSVP

For any questions about the conference and to RSVP, please contact Renée Stoute by email at conference@ags.edu

Graduate School Student Conference Committee
American Graduate School in Paris
Reid Hall
4 rue de Chevreuse
75006 Paris
France

AGS International Graduate Student Conference 2025

Trump 2.0: Reshuffling the International Deck

The American Graduate School in Paris (AGS) is accepting submissions for its 2025 International Graduate Student Conference on the theme: Trump 2.0: Reshuffling the International Deck.

Date and Location

Friday, April 18, 2025 - 9:00 am to 6:00 pm CEST

At the American Graduate School in Paris
Reid Hall
4, rue de Chevreuse
75006 Paris, France

Theme and objectives

Donald Trump’s reelection has sent shockwaves through the global community, prompting a reevaluation of established norms, alliances, and power dynamics. As the world grapples with the reality of four more years of his “American First” approach, it is imperative to analyze the far- reaching consequences of his reelection on international relations, diplomacy, trade, security, and beyond. His unconventional approach to foreign policy reshaped alliances, challenged international norms, and sparked both admiration and criticism worldwide.

This conference provides a timely platform to investigate these consequences in the field of international relations. We encourage participants to explore the potential shifts in not only U.S. foreign policy, but also that of the international community. This conference provides an opportunity for graduate students, postgraduate researchers, and professionals to share their research findings, exchange ideas, and engage in meaningful discussions regarding the reshaping of international institutions, the future of multilateralism, and the evolving role of the US in an increasingly multipolar world. Through thought-provoking discussions and rigorous academic exchange, we aim to uncover strategies, ways to adapt, and analyze the responses of global actors that will be employed in navigating this reshaped landscape.

Join us in Paris as we embark on this intellectual journey to decipher the global reverberations of Trump’s 2024 reelection victory and chart a course forward in an era of profound uncertainty and transformation. We look forward to your active participation as we cover a wide range of topics, allowing participants to approach the theme from diverse perspectives and disciplines within the field of international relations.

Selected conference papers will be published in the Journal of International Relations, Peace Studies, and Development, an online, open-source, peer-reviewed academic journal published jointly by Arcadia University and the American Graduate School in Paris (https://scholarworks.arcadia.edu/agsjournal/).

Possible themes and approaches

For consideration to present on panels, your paper must be related to the field of International Relations.

Possible approaches surrounding the theme of the conference include (but are not limited to):

• US foreign policy shifts and their global implications

• Impact on international trade agreements and economic partnerships

• Prospects for global economic growth and stability

• Shifts in the balance of power and the rise of new players

• Consequences for multilateral institutions and global governance

• Challenges to international norms and diplomatic conventions

• Reshaping of alliances and regional power dynamics

• Implications for global security and conflict resolution

• Impact on arms control, disarmament, and non-proliferation efforts

• Influence on international environmental policies and climate change efforts

• Effects on human rights, democracy, and rule of law worldwide

• Role of social media and public diplomacy in shaping international perceptions

• International perspectives on Trump’s foreign policy approach

• Consequences for global migration patterns and refugee policies

• Implications for global technology governance, digital sovereignty, cyber security, and digital diplomacy

• Impact on global cultural exchange and people-to-people diplomacy

• Role of arts, education, and cultural initiatives in bridging divides and fostering understanding

• Cultural diversity and intercultural dialogue in a polarized world

Organizers

This conference is organized by graduate students enrolled in the American Graduate School in Paris' Ph.D. and MA programs in International Relations and Diplomacy in partnership with Arcadia University. It is coordinated by Renee Stoute (Ph.D. candidate) under the faculty supervision of Professor Ruchi Anand.

Who can submit

Participation in panels is selective. We invite submissions of academic papers from graduate and senior undergraduate students. This conference is also open to professional practitioners and academics that investigate various international relations, diplomacy, and global affairs. All accepted candidates will be required to pay a 70-euro registration fee. See Fees and conditions section below.

Who can attend

Attendance is free and open to all non-presenters. However, for in-person participation an RSVP with guest information is required to fulfill security requirements. Please register for the event here.

Submission guidelines

To submit your abstract, please:

1. Visit https://forms.gle/5cQeZ6L6nwZy5TrL9

2. Complete all required fields

3. Submit your abstract (200-350 words) through the provided form

4. If applicable, include your travel grant/fee waiver application (see below)

Your submission should include

• Research/paper topic, methodology (if applicable)

• University affiliation (degrees earned and in process, with concentration)

• Professional affiliation (if applicable)

• Prior conference presentation experience (if applicable)

• For senior undergraduate students: two letters of recommendation from faculty

Full papers are not mandatory at the initial stage of acceptance. If accepted, the deadline for draft papers is 7 April 2025. This is required to facilitate meaningful discussion by the panel moderators.

Submission deadlines

● Abstract submission deadline (extended deadline): Sunday, February 9th, 2025 (11:59 pm CET)

● Working draft submission deadline (as close to completion as possible, for review by panel moderators): Monday, April 7th, 2025 

Fees and Conditions

All accepted candidates are required to pay a non-refundable 70-euro registration fee. This fee helps to cover organizational and administrative costs but does not include personal expenses such as transportation and accommodation.

Fees are payable at https://ags.flywire.com.

Failure to pay the fee will result in forfeiture of the conference spot. The registration fee is non-refundable for accepted candidates who confirm participation but are unable to attend.

Students facing financial hardship may apply for a fee waiver by submitting a brief statement of need along with their abstract submission. All requests will be handled confidentially and reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

The registration fee is waived for students enrolled at the Amzerican Graduate School in Paris.

Attendance for those who do not present a paper is free. An RSVP with information about the guest (Name, address, ID #/SS #, Passport #) is required to fulfill security regulations. Please register for the event here.

Travel grant and fee waiver opportunities

Contact and RSVP

For any questions about the conference and to RSVP, please contact Renée Stoute by email at conference@ags.edu

Graduate School Student Conference Committee
American Graduate School in Paris
Reid Hall
4 rue de Chevreuse
75006 Paris
France

The Post-Covid World Dis/Order - Opportunities and/or Challenges?

Event date: Friday, April 29, 2022, 9 am to 6 pm 5 CET

Venue: American Graduate School in Paris, at Reid Hall, 4 rue de Chevreuse, 75006 Paris France

To attend onine: bit.ly/AGSconference

Attendance is free. Please register at conference@ags.edu

Theme and objectives

Governments, economies, health systems and societies have been, and continue to be, significantly impacted by the Covid-19 Pandemic, the largest global crisis since the Second World War. As the world continues to combat the virus, the effects of the pandemic amplify existing and new systemic challenges within international relations, while formulating tools, methods and perspectives with which to carve a new path forward.

In efforts to support governments on maneuvering the consequences of the pandemic, the UN Secretary-General, António Guterres, launched the UN Response to Covid-19.1 This goal of the initiative is to address the socioeconomic, humanitarian and human rights aspects of the crisis, as well as proffer a favorable recovery process for all societies. During the recent UN General Assembly, Secretary General Guterres conveyed the following, as it relates to progress (or lack thereof) pertaining to the global crisis:

“The world is facing a moment of truth and the time has come to restore trust and inspire hope. And I do have hope. The problems we have created are problems we can solve.”

This moment in history offers a unique lens through which to assess the comprehensive balance of risk, while simultaneously considering the range of opportunities which might be leveraged through the pandemic and its aftermath, with the aim of reconstruction, and building a more sustainable, equitable and prosperous world. The Post-Covid World will undoubtedly be a topic of discussion for years to come, not only in international relations, but within a myriad of disciplines throughout the world.

In an attempt to discuss the various impacts, consequences, and potential solutions of the Post-Covid World Dis/order, this one-day, virtual conference will bring together inquisitive minds - graduate, postgraduate, senior undergraduate students, and practitioners (from NGOs, government agencies and international organizations).

Any questions? please feel free to contact Jacinda Carlisle by email at conference@ags.edu

Click here to see the call for papers

Click here to see the conference program 

Click here to see the conference poster

AGS International Graduate Student Conference 2021

Statelessness in International Relations: Causes, Consequences & Covid-19

Event date: Friday, April 30, 2021 - 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm CET
To be held virtually on Zoom
Link to be sent to participants and attendees upon registration. To register please RSVP by email to conference@ags.edu

Theme and objectives

A stateless person, according to Article 1 of the 1954 Convention relating to the Status of Stateless Persons “is not considered a citizen by any state under its laws.” Most of us around the globe may take for granted our “jus soli” (right of soil,) but there are over 10 million stateless people around the world who have no guarantee of rights, liberties or belonging. Moreover, their children will likely inherit the same condition of living without legal identity and access to everyday socioeconomic basics further perpetuating a vicious cycle which will inevitably lead to a global crisis.

Statelessness, “a profound violation of an individual’s human rights,” can occur for several reasons including discrimination against a particular ethnic or religious group, on the basis of gender, due to the emergence of new States, as a result of territory-transfers between existing States, gaps in nationality laws. Whatever the cause may be, statelessness has serious consequences for people affected by it in almost every region of the world.

Earl Warren, late US Supreme Court Justice called Statelessness “a form of punishment more primitive than torture.” Created in a moment in history, statelessness can affect generations to follow if action is not taken for these disenfranchised people. Statelessness, however, can also be resolved in a single moment.

The # IBelong Campaign of the UNHCR seeks to end statelessness by 2024 although solutions to this daunting issue of marginalization and invisibility remain complex and far from fulfilment. The painful politics of “non-belonging” continues.

In an attempt to discuss the various causes, consequences and solutions of statelessness, this one-day conference will bring together inquisitive minds - graduate, postgraduate, senior undergraduate students, practitioners (from NGOs, government agencies and IGOs) and concerned citizens of the world to brainstorm the issue from multiple angles - political, economic, social, cultural, legal and philosophical.

Attendance is free and open to all.

See call for papers

See program

See poster

AGS International Graduate Student Conference 2022

The Post-Covid World Dis/Order - Opportunities and/or Challenges?

Event date: Friday, April 29, 2022, 9 am to 6 pm 5 CET
Venue: American Graduate School in Paris, at Reid Hall, 4 rue de Chevreuse, 75006 Paris France
Online participation is possible (Zoom link to be sent to participants and attendees upon registration).

The American Graduate School in Paris (AGS) is now accepting paper submissions for its International Graduate Student Conference on the theme:

The Post-Covid World Dis/Order - Opportunities and/or Challenges?

Theme and objectives

Governments, economies, health systems and societies have been, and continue to be, significantly impacted by the Covid-19 Pandemic, the largest global crisis since the Second World War. As the world continues to combat the virus, the effects of the pandemic amplify existing and new systemic challenges within international relations, while formulating tools, methods and perspectives with which to carve a new path forward.

In efforts to support governments on maneuvering the consequences of the pandemic, the UN Secretary-General, António Guterres, launched the UN Response to Covid-19.1 This goal of the initiative is to address the socioeconomic, humanitarian and human rights aspects of the crisis, as well as proffer a favorable recovery process for all societies. During the recent UN General Assembly, Secretary General Guterres conveyed the following, as it relates to progress (or lack thereof) pertaining to the global crisis:

“The world is facing a moment of truth and the time has come to restore trust and inspire hope. And I do have hope. The problems we have created are problems we can solve.”

This moment in history offers a unique lens through which to assess the comprehensive balance of risk, while simultaneously considering the range of opportunities which might be leveraged through the pandemic and its aftermath, with the aim of reconstruction, and building a more sustainable, equitable and prosperous world. The Post-Covid World will undoubtedly be a topic of discussion for years to come, not only in international relations, but within a myriad of disciplines throughout the world.

In an attempt to discuss the various impacts, consequences, and potential solutions of the Post-Covid World Dis/order, this one-day, virtual conference will bring together inquisitive minds - graduate, postgraduate, senior undergraduate students, and practitioners (from NGOs, government agencies and international organizations).

Participation on panels is selective. Attendance is open to all.

For consideration to present on panels, your paper must be related to the field of International Relations and Diplomacy.

Possible themes surrounding the Post-Covid World Dis/order are:

• Definitions, Meanings and Interpretations

• Impacts, Consequences and Solutions

• Describing, Prescribing, Predicting

• Theoretical Underpinnings

• Quantitative and Qualitative Data

• Identity and Nationality

• Human Rights

• Gender Discrimination

• Economics, Trade and Connectivity and Covid-19

• Healthcare Systems and Covid-19

• Vaccine Diplomacy and Covid-19

• Labor Markets, the workplace and Covid-19

• The Future of Technology and Covid-19

• Geopolitics, Globalization and Sustainability and Covid-19

• Migrants and Naturalization

• Politics of Marginalization

• National and International Law

• Global Governance and Role of NGOs

• Regional Governance

• Democracy in the Covid-19 Pandemic

• COVID 19’s Effect on International Relations

• Climate Change and Covid-19

• Black Lives and Covid-19

• Covid-19 and the Student

This conference is organized by graduate students enrolled in the American Graduate School’s PhD and MA programs in International Relations and Diplomacy in partnership with Arcadia University. It is coordinated by Jacinda Carlisle (PhD Candidate 2026) and the Graduate Student Association under the faculty supervision of Professor Ruchi Anand. Selected conference papers will be published in the Journal of International Relations, Peace Studies, and Development, an online, open-source, peer-reviewed academic journal published jointly by Arcadia University and the American Graduate School in Paris (https://scholarworks.arcadia.edu/agsjournal/).

Date and location

The AGS International Graduate Student Conference will take place on Friday, April 29th, 2022, from 9am to 6pm CET.

It will be held at Reid Hall, on the campus of the American Graduate School in Paris, 4 Rue de Chevreuse, 75006 Paris - steps away from the Luxembourg Gardens and the French Senate. It will also be held virtually via Zoom.

Who can submit

This is a conference intended for graduate students, but senior undergraduates with faculty, professor, academic or professional recommendation (from fields relating to the conference theme) may also apply.

How to submit

Abstracts should be 200 to 350 words and submitted electronically to conference@ags.edu as an attachment (Microsoft Word or PDF). The subject line should include the name of the candidate as well as “AGS Conference Abstract Submission.” Please also give a potential, if not finalized, title for your paper/presentation.

In addition, please include the following:

• Research topic/ topic of your paper, methodology (if applicable)

• University affiliation (degrees earned and those in the process of concentration and completion)

• Professional affiliation (if applicable)

• Prior conference presentation experience (if applicable)

• Letter of reference from institution faculty (required for senior undergraduate students)

Full papers are not necessary but highly suggested before the final presentation. Note that for submissions selected for publication in the Journal of International Relations, Peace Studies, and Development, a completed draft will be required two weeks after the conference.

Submission deadlines

• Abstract - extended deadline: Monday, February 21st, 2022

• Working draft (as close to completion, as is): Friday, April 8, 2022

Fees and Conditions

Fees

All accepted candidates attending and participating in person or virtually will be required to pay a non-refundable 50-euro registration fee (registration fees are waived for AGS students who present a paper). All fees are payable via bank transfer to AGS (International Bank Account Number (IBAN): FR76 1020 7004 2621 2150 2489 051 and Bank Identification Code (BIC): CCBPFRPPMTG) and will help to pay for organizational and administrative costs. These fees do not cover personal costs to the applicant, such as transportation, accommodation, etc.

Applicants are only fully confirmed after having paid the registration fee, with fees due from accepted candidates within 10 days of receiving the acceptance letter. In the event that accepted candidates are unable to attend after having confirmed their participation in the conference, the registration fee is non-refundable.

Attendance for those who do not present a paper is free.

Contact

For any questions about the conference, please feel free to contact Jacinda Carlisle by email at conference@ags.edu

AGS Conference Committee
American Graduate School in Paris
Reid Hall
4, rue de Chevreuse
75006 Paris

Tel: +33 (0)1 47 20 00 94

AGS International Graduate Student Conference 2021

Statelessness in International Relations: Causes, Consequences and Future Directions

Event date: Friday, April 30, 2021 - 2:00 pm t 6:00 pm CET
To be held virtually (Zoom link to be sent to participants and attendees upon registration. To register please RSVP by email to conference@ags.edu)

Abstract Due: February 23, 2020

The American Graduate School in Paris (AGS) is now accepting paper submissions for its International Graduate Student Conference on the theme:

Statelessness in International Relations: Causes, Consequences and Future directions

Theme and objectives

A stateless person, according to Article 1 of the 1954 Convention relating to the Status of Stateless Persons “is not considered a citizen by any state under its laws.” Most of us around the globe may take for granted our “jus soli” (right of soil,) but there are over 10 million stateless people around the world who have no guarantee of rights, liberties or belonging. Moreover, their children will likely inherit the same condition of living without legal identity and access to everyday socioeconomic basics further perpetuating a vicious cycle which will inevitably lead to a global crisis.

Statelessness, “a profound violation of an individual’s human rights,” can occur for several reasons including discrimination against a particular ethnic or religious group, on the basis of gender, due to the emergence of new States, as a result of territory-transfers between existing States, gaps in nationality laws. Whatever the cause may be, statelessness has serious consequences for people affected by it in almost every region of the world.

Earl Warren, late US Supreme Court Justice called Statelessness “a form of punishment more primitive than torture.” Created in a moment in history, statelessness can affect generations to follow if action is not taken for these disenfranchised people. Statelessness, however, can also be resolved in a single moment.

The # IBelong Campaign of the UNHCR seeks to end statelessness by 2024 although solutions to this daunting issue of marginalization and invisibility remain complex and far from fulfilment. The painful politics of “non-belonging” continues.

In an attempt to discuss the various causes, consequences and solutions of statelessness, this one-day conference will bring together inquisitive minds - graduate, postgraduate, senior undergraduate students, practitioners (from NGOs, government agencies and IGOs) and concerned citizens of the world to brainstorm the issue from multiple angles - political, economic, social, cultural, legal and philosophical.

Participation on panels is selective. Attendance is open to all.

For consideration to present on panels, your paper must be related to the field of International Relations and Diplomacy.

Possible themes surrounding Statelessness are:

• Definitions, Meanings and Interpretations

• Causes, Consequences and Solutions

• Describing, Prescribing, Predicting

• Theoretical Underpinnings

• Quantitative and Qualitative Data

• Identity and Nationality

• Human Rights

• Gender Discrimination

• Rights of a Child

• Migrants and Naturalization

• Politics of Marginalization

• National and International Law

• Global Governance and Role of NGOs

• State Succession

This conference is organized by graduate students enrolled in the American Graduate School’s PhD and MA programs in International Relations and Diplomacy in partnership with Arcadia University. It is coordinated by Terré Lundy (PhD Candidate 2023) and the Graduate Student Association under the faculty supervision of Professor Ruchi Anand. Selected conference papers will be published in the Journal of International Relations, Peace Studies, and Development, an online, open-source, peer-reviewed academic journal published jointly by Arcadia University and the American Graduate School in Paris (https://scholarworks.arcadia.edu/agsjournal/).

Date and location

The AGS International Graduate Student Conference will take place on Friday, April 30th, 2021 in Paris, from 9 am to 6 pm. It will be held at the American Graduate School in Paris, in the 6th arrondissement, a five-minute walk from the Luxembourg Gardens and the French Senate. The conference will be followed by a reception.

Update: Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, the original conference was rescheduled to April 30th, 2021 and will be held virtually on Zoom. The link will be sent to participants and attendees upon registration. To register please write to conference@ags.edu.

Who can submit

This is a conference intended for graduate students, but senior undergraduates with faculty, professor, academic or professional recommendation (from fields relating to the conference theme) may also apply.

How to submit

Abstracts should be 200 to 350 words and submitted electronically to conference@ags.edu as an attachment (Microsoft Word or PDF). The subject line should include the name of the candidate as well as “AGS Conference Abstract Submission.” Please also give a potential, if not finalized, a title for your paper/presentation.
In addition, please include the following:

• Research topic/ topic of your paper, methodology (if applicable)

• University affiliation (degrees earned and those in the process of concentration and completion)

• Professional affiliation (if applicable)

• Prior conference presentation experience (if applicable)

• Letter of reference from institution faculty (required for senior undergraduate students)

Full papers are not necessary but highly suggested before the final presentation. Note that for submissions selected for publication in the Journal of International Relations, Peace Studies, and Development, a completed draft will be required two weeks after the conference.

Submission deadlines

• Abstract: 23 February 2021

• Working draft (suggested, not required): 21 April 2021

Fees and Conditions

Fees

All accepted candidates will be required to pay a non-refundable 50-euro registration fee (payable at www.ags.edu/payment-online/login.php) that will help pay for organizational and administrative costs. Fees are due from accepted candidates within 10 days of receiving the acceptance letter. Attendance of those who do not present a paper is free. Snacks and meals may be consumed at an additional charge.

This fee does not cover personal costs to the applicant, such as transportation, accommodation, etc.

Contact

For any questions about the conference, please feel free to contact Terré Lundy or Renee Stoute by email at conference@ags.edu or by phone at +33 (0)1 47 20 00 94

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