Department of Mass Communication Aligarh Muslim University Aligarh International Conference on Key Issues and Challenges February 5-7 2017 CALL FOR PAPERS Important Dates: Last date for Submission of Abstract: December 15, 2016 Intimation of Acceptance of Abstract: December 22, 2016 Last Date for Submission of Full Paper: January 10, 2017 Registration Starts: December 22, 2016 Early Bird Registration: December 22-31, 2016
Theme of the Conference There is no denying the fact that communication plays a central role in the process of human development. Communication for development is about dialogue, participation and the sharing of knowledge and information among people. It takes into account the needs and aspirations of the people in the development process. As Gro Brundtland, the Chairperson of the World Commission on Environment and Development said Sustainable development is a major challenge for the next century. People are central to that task. The only way we can work for a common cause, for common interest, to improve our condition, is really through communication. Basically, it has to do with democracy, with participation, with spreading of knowledge and insight and ability to take care of our future." Further, the role of culture in sustaining and enhancing individuals and communities quality of life and wellbeing cannot be underestimated. Elimination of poverty and reduction of inequality has been the fundamental objectives for many decades. However, the success of development strategies in improving human well-being depends on recognising the cultural context within which development occurs. In other words, since culture is intrinsic to society and permeates all aspects of life, it actually constitutes the environment in which development happens. Culture creates the conditions which facilitate economic and social progress, and therefore, becomes an enabler of development. The UNESCO Convention on the Protection and Promotion of the Diversity of Cultural Expressions (2005) emphasised the need to integrate culture in development policies at all levels in order to create a favourable environment for sustainable development and foster the diversity of cultural expressions. It is recognised that in the process of social change and development, the intertwined concepts like communication and culture play a significant role. Over the years, the concept of development has taken a multidimensional approach, whereby the question of cultural promotion has since been strongly stressed. The promotion of cultural values and heritage of people would no doubt, remain an illusion without the adoption of appropriate communication strategies. Various theories and paradigms have been postulated by seasoned researchers and scholars on the essentiality of promoting cultural values in the process of evolving a meaningful development. Of course, culture and communication are as old as human existence. Classical discourses in the field 0f communication and culture have succinctly shown their inseparability. The importance of Communication for Development in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) is being increasingly acknowledged by international agencies, national governments and NGOs. It is in this context, the Policymakers, social scientists, and NGOs must come forward to help achieve the United Nations development agenda and help measure progress towards the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The seminar is aimed at exploring the potential of various communication channels in promoting appropriate cultural values among the people towards achieving the 17 sustainable development goals identified by the UN at the Sustainable Development Summit on 25 September 2015. As the indicators for progress in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals vary from country to country which are affected by a number of local circumstances, customs traditions physical and geographical conditions, the seminar further will make an effort to identify the culture specific indicators towards achieving the sustainable development goals (SDGs). It is also our endeavour to develop a framework of analysis for the indicators with special reference to cultural and communication dimensions of sustainable development. The identified indicators and the evolved analytical framework will provide a basis for national governments, international bodies and Non- Governmental Organisations of developing and underdeveloped countries in formulating and implementing effective development policies and programmes.
Major Themes Perspectives on Sustainable Development Sustainability Ideas in Indian Culture Communication and sustainable development: current trends, challenges and priorities Communication Dimension of sustainable development: Identifying Indicators and developing evaluation framework Cultural Dimension of Sustainable Development: Identifying Indicators and Developing Evaluation Framework Communication Strategies to meet Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) Role of Creative and Cultural Industries in Sustainable Development Globalisation, Media and Sustainable Development Gender Equality as a Critical Building Block of Sustainable Development Freedom of Expression as the Building Block to meet SDGs Poverty Alleviation, Food Security and Environmental Sustainability: Contribution of Participatory Communication Role of Television, Radio and Newspapers in meeting SDGs Role of libraries in promoting cultural values Knowledge, communication and information systems E-Society and digital divide Participation of Major Stakeholders in meeting SDGs: -Business and industry -Indigenous people -Local authorities -Non-governmental organisations -Scientific and technical communities -Women, Children and youth -Workers and trade unions
Call for Papers Papers- based on empirical research or discursive analysis, focusing on any of the above or other relevant themes are invited for the conference. The list is only indicative and should not be considered as exhaustive. Schedule for Conference: Conference Dates February 5--7, 2017 Submission of Abstract December 15, 2016 Intimation of Acceptance of Abstract December 22, 2016 Submission of Full Paper January 10, 2017 Registration Early Bird Registration Abstract: Starts from December 22, 2016 December 22--31, 2016 Length Format Submission Full Papers: Up to 300 words Title of Topic (16 pt Times New Roman bold) Name of Author/s (14 pt bold Times New Roman) Abstract along with key words (12 pt Times New Roman / Justified) (300 words) Brief Introduction of Author/s (12 pt bold Times New Roman / Justified) Only soft copy in MS Word or MS Word (97-2016) format email to conference.dmc@gmail.com- on or before December 15, 2016 Format Title of paper: Times New Roman 14 Bold caps; After one space: author, affiliation, e-mail in font 11 italics; Leave one space. Then Abstract title in 12 bold; Abstract in Times New Roman 11 italics; Main text of paper : Titles in Times New Roman 12 bold caps; Text in Times New Roman Subheadings: Times New Roman 11 bold italics; Figures: Title (Arial, 11) should be at the bottom of figure. Tables: Title to be at top of table. References should be cited in APA Style Only soft copy in (.doc), (.docx) or (.pdf) PDF format Submission email to conference.dmc@gmail.com- on or before January 5, 2017
All the submissions received for the international seminar on Communication, Culture and Sustainable Development: -2017 will be reviewed through a double blind review process. Authors will be advised of acceptance or rejection of their submissions by the Conference Secretariat within two weeks of submission. Once a submission is accepted, at least one of the authors must register for the conference through online system. All the submissions received for the international seminar will be assessed based on a set of criteria including quality of ideas, methodology, theoretical contribution, clarity of presentation, and potential interest to other participants. All the submissions will be assessed against the norms of the category in which they are submitted. Register Now: Early Bird Registration Fee (December 22-31, 2016) For Teachers/Academicians/Professionals: INR 2500 For Students and Research Scholars: INR 1600 Foreign Delegates: U.S. $ 150 Foreign Research Scholars: U.S. $ 80 SAARC Nations: U.S. $ 80 SAARC Research Scholars: U.S. $ 50 Regular Registration Fee Details: Fee For Teachers/Academicians/Professionals: INR 3000 For Internal (AMU) Participants: INR 1500 For Students and Research Scholars: INR 2000 For Internal (AMU) Students/Research Scholars: INR 1000 Foreign Delegates: U.S. $ 200 Foreign Research Scholars: U.S. $ 100 SAARC Nations: U.S. $ 100 SAARC Research Scholars: U.S. $ 80 Includes Board & Lodging/Delegate kit / tea/ snacks during conference days Last Date January 15, 2017 Note: All authors of joint papers selected for presentation have to register individually for availing the facilities available to conference participants. How to Pay For online transactions the fee may be deposited in the bank account mentioned below: Bank Name: Syndicate Bank Branch Name: VC Lodge,NCC Campus, Aligarh, UP, India Account No.: 86212010028266 IFSC Code: SYNB0008621 or Draft/Bankers Cheque drawn in favour of the INTERNATIONAL CONFER ON COMMUNICATION payable at ALIGARH Last Date January 15, 2017
About Department of Mass Communication, Aligarh Muslim University The Department of Mass Communication is one of the premier institutions of the country engaged in imparting education and research in the field. The department offers postgraduate and Ph.D. programmes. It is equipped with-state-of- the-art production facility fitted with an advanced three-camera set-up and high-tech console and outdoor recording equipment. Its video production facility is rated as one of the best for the production of news and current affairs programmes. The seminar library of the department have in its stock a rich collection of thousands of books and also subscribes to important national and international journals of academic and research significance. Its faculty is highly qualified and experienced. It has developed an innovative system of intensive Video Production training with the aim of developing multi-tasking ability among its students. The department has distinguished itself by winning several national and international awards in the categories of students video films and most of its students are doing exceptionally well in almost all the reputed media houses of the country. About Aligarh Aligarh is situated at a distance of 130 km Southeast of New Delhi on the Delhi-Howrah rail route and the Grand Trunk Road. Taj Mahal, one of the seven wonders of the world, is situated 80 km afar in the city of Agra. The latitude is 27 54' N and longitude is 78 05' E. The University campus is 2 km away from the Aligarh railway station. The average temperature during the month of February ranges between 9.5 C to 23 6 C, (49.1 F - 74.5 F). It is advisable to carry light winter clothing. Contact us Conference Convener Dr. G. K Sahu Department of Mass Communication Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh-202002, India. Email: conference.dmc@gmail.com Phone: +91571-2700920 Ext. : 1355