Organizer: Digital Sociology Working Group of International Sociological Association (ISA WG10)
Hosts: Institute for Social Studies & Department of Sociology at University of Warsaw, Poland
Dates: 16-18th September 2024
Location: University of Warsaw, Warsaw, Poland
The Digital Sociology Working Group at the University of Warsaw is pleased to announce the Call for Papers for the upcoming Midterm Digital Sociology Conference to be held in September 2024. In an age where the digital realm intertwines with almost every aspect of human life, the study of digital sociology becomes increasingly important. This conference aims to bring together scholars, researchers, and practitioners to explore and discuss the intersections between society, sociology and the digital world.
Rapid technological advancements and increased connectivity, shapes a digital landscape that has become an integral part of contemporary society, shaping the way we interact, communicate, and navigate the world around us. As the boundaries between the physical and digital realms blur, the field of digital sociology emerges as a crucial lens through which to understand the complex interplay between technology and society.
To tackle those important issues, the Digital Sociology Working Group at the International Sociological Association organizes a Midterm Digital Sociology Conference in September 2024. This conference serves as a platform for scholars, researchers, and practitioners to come together and explore the diverse ways in which digital technologies intersect with social structures, institutions, and practices. By examining these intersections, we seek to understand the implications of the digital transformation on various aspects of human life, from education and healthcare to work and activism.
At the heart of digital sociology lies a commitment to interrogate the power dynamics, inequalities, and ethical dilemmas inherent in our increasingly digitized world. From issues of digital exclusion and algorithmic bias to concerns surrounding data privacy and surveillance, the conference aims to foster critical conversations that shed light on the social, cultural, and political dimensions of technology.
Furthermore, the conference provides a platform for showcasing innovative research methodologies and approaches within the field of digital sociology. As scholars grapple with the challenges of studying digital phenomena, we encourage submissions that explore novel research methods, data sources, and theoretical frameworks that push the boundaries of traditional sociological inquiry.
It is imperative that we engage in interdisciplinary dialogue and collaboration to address the pressing issues facing society today. The Digital Sociology Conference 2024 invites participants from diverse disciplinary backgrounds to join us in this endeavor, as we collectively strive to deepen our understanding of the intricate relationship between technology and society.
Themes and Topics: We invite submissions that engage with a wide range of themes and topics related to digital sociology, including but not limited to:
- Digital inequalities and access
- Digital cultures and identities
- Digital democracy and e-voting
- Social media and online communities
- Surveillance, privacy, and digital ethics
- Digital labor and the gig economy
- Digital activism and social movements
- Artificial intelligence and algorithmic governance
- Digital health and wellbeing
- Digital education and learning environments
- Digital methods and research approaches in sociology
Submission Guidelines: Abstracts should be in English and between 250-300 words. Please include your affiliation, a title for your paper, along with keywords. Submit your abstract as a Word document to [email] by [deadline]. Submit your abstract at: https://easychair.org/conferences/?conf=digitalsociology2024
Important Dates:
Deadline for abstract submission: June 15
Notification of acceptance: July 1
Conference dates: 16-18 September 2024
Conference Format: The conference will be held in person.
Publication Opportunities: We are working on preparing a special issue or an edited volume made out of the selected papers presented at the conference.
Registration: Details regarding registration, fees, and conference updates will be provided soon on this website.
For inquiries and further information, please contact Anna Domaradzka (anna.domaradzka@uw.edu.pl) or Renata Włoch (r.wloch@uw.edu.pl).
We look forward to your submissions and look forward to welcoming you to the University of Warsaw in September 2024 for what promises to be a stimulating and thought-provoking exploration of digital sociology.
Organizers:
Anna Domaradzka, Director of Robert Zajonc Institute for Social Studies, University of Warsaw, ISA WG10
David Duenas-Cid, President of ISA WG10 Digital Sociology, Professor at Kozminski University
Renata Włoch, Head of Digital Sociology Department at Faculty of Sociology, University of Warsaw
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