University of Hull
Yorkshire African Studies Network Conference
18th -19th May 2017
Migration and Transition – Roots and Routes
The main theme of the conference is Migration and Transition
This 2 day interdisciplinary conference aims to create an inclusive and supportive space for post-graduate scholars, academics and community members to come together in a supportive environment, to provide a platform of critical thinking, exchange of ideas and to promote inter-relationships between academics, researchers, the community and non-academics. .
The conference provides an opportunity for academics and professionals from various fields to share their theoretical knowledge, research findings and practices with colleagues, participants and community members in a relaxed and stimulating atmosphere. Participants’ input will be encouraged in order to add value and interaction, promote networking and foster partnerships throughout the duration of the conference. The conference will be interactive, providing an excellent opportunity for networking.
The main theme of the conference is Migration and Transition – Roots and Routes
There are four strands:
- The socio-economic and demographic determinants of migration.
- Health and life transitions in refugee camps
- Sex slave trafficking/ sex workers
- Social media and political activism
The socio-economic and demographic determinants of migration: Socio-political, economic, ecological and violence are factors driving migration. Rising violence as a result of ethnic or religious intolerance has led to increased levels of migration. Migration can be humanitarian and/or economic.
Health and life transitions in refugee camps: Forced immigration is a challenge and the traumatic events may have an impact on the individual’s sense of self, identity, health and well-being.
Sex slave trafficking/ sex workers: The sex trade exploitation affects people from all walks of life;asylum seekers, migrant workers and sex workers.
Social media and political, cultural and religious activism: Media activism utilises social media and communication technologies for social, political, cultural and religious movements and activism. Users are able to create and share content for political, cultural and religious change.
Paper presentations will be 15 minutes. Poster presentations will be 15 minutes.
Abstracts of 250 words and poster presentations to be sent to: b.orton@hull.ac.uk by the 15thApril 2017
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