Strong Asymmetrical Dependencies: Perspectives from Asia
Strong Asymmetrical Dependencies: Perspectives from Asia, Past & Present
This event addresses the underrepresentation of Asia in labor and slavery studies by focusing on the histories, legacies, and current forms of dependency, slavery, bondage, coerced labor, and forced displacement in Asia. We invite scholars and researchers from all disciplines to submit innovative case studies and contributions on emic perspectives, historiography, memory, archival practices, and digital approaches. The conference will feature paper presentations, thematic sessions, and roundtables, including discussions on the future of the field and digital methodologies.
Abstract Submission Deadline: October 31, 2024
Selected Contributions Announced: December 15, 2024
Draft Papers Due: 1 month before the event
Funding: Hotel accommodations in Bonn are covered; travel funding prioritizes those without access to travel funds.
This event addresses the underrepresentation of Asia in labor and slavery studies by focusing on the histories, legacies, and current forms of dependency, slavery, bondage, coerced labor, and forced displacement in Asia. We invite scholars and researchers from all disciplines to submit innovative case studies and contributions on emic perspectives, historiography, memory, archival practices, and digital approaches. The conference will feature paper presentations, thematic sessions, and roundtables, including discussions on the future of the field and digital methodologies.
Abstract Submission Deadline: October 31, 2024
Selected Contributions Announced: December 15, 2024
Draft Papers Due: 1 month before the event
Funding: Hotel accommodations in Bonn are covered; travel funding prioritizes those without access to travel funds.
Time
Tuesday, 06.05.25
– Thursday, 08.05.25
Event format
Conference
Topic
Strong Asymmetrical Dependencies: Perspectives from Asia, Past & Present
Target groups
Students
Researchers
All interested
Languages
English
Location
University of Bonn
Reservation
required
Additional Information
Organizer
BCDSS (Anas Ansar, Jeannine Bischoff, Claude Chevaleyre, Emma Kalb, Christine Mae Sarito, Subin Nam, Lisa Phongsavath, Nabhojeet Sen & Elena Smolarz)
Contact