Religion in a Globalized Context: the Mediterranean and the World
Chouaîb Doukkali University, El Jadida, Morocco
September 20-22, 2012
https://www.cesnur.org/2012/elj-cfp.htm
CALL FOR PAPERS
The planning committee for the 2012 meeting of the Center for Studies on
New Religions welcomes proposals for papers and panels for its meeting
at Chouaîb Doukkali University, El Jadida, Morocco, to be held September
20-22, 2012. This meeting will occur in the aftermath of profound
changes in Northern Africa and the Middle East, affecting also religion.
El Jadida is a UNESCO World Heritage Site famous for its fortified town,
as well as a city surrounded by popular beach resorts. El Jadida is at
approximately one hour from Casablanca by car, bus, or train.
As always, attendees will be exploring a spectrum of related topics that
include but are not limited to:
- Religion in the Mediterranean Area and the Middle East after the “Arab
Springâ€
- Religious Pluralism in Africa, the Mediterranean, Europe, Asia,
Oceania, and the Americas
- Religious Freedom
- Western Esotericism
- Globalized Islam in Africa and the West
- Emergence of New Spiritual Movements
- New New Religions (formed since 1995)
- Christianity in Africa and the Middle East
- Globalized Sufism
- NRMs: Old and New
A post-conference tour in the archeological and historical area near El
Jadida will be organized.
Proposals for papers and sessions should be sent to CESNUR at
cesnur_to@virgilio.it on or before April 30, 2012. Papers will be
accepted in English or French. Unfortunately, no scholarships will be
available to cover your travel and accommodation expenses.