Religion in a Globalized Context: the Mediterranean and the World
Chouaîb Doukkali University, El Jadida, Morocco
September 20-22, 2012
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
Spring”
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
cesn...@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.