Call for Papers

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Conference Themes:

CONNOR encourages submissions that contribute to a deeper understanding of conspiracy theories in the Nordic context. Topics of interest include but are not limited to:

• Historical Perspectives: Exploring the historical roots and evolution of conspiracy theories in or about the Nordic countries.
   
• Media and Mis/Disinformation: Analyzing the role of media, social platforms, and digital spaces in disseminating and amplifying conspiracy narratives.
   
• Political Implications: Investigating the impact of conspiracy theories on political discourse, public opinion, and policy-making in the Nordic region.
   
• Psychological Dimensions: Examining the psychological mechanisms behind belief in and propagation of conspiracy theories.
   
• Cultural perspectives: Examining expressions, discourses and performances of conspiracy cultures.
   
• Comparative Studies: Contrasting conspiracy theories in the Nordic countries with those in other regions, identifying commonalities and differences.
   
• Case Studies: Presenting in-depth analyses of specific conspiracy theories or events within the Nordic context or about the Nordic countries.
   
• Interventions and Counteractions: Strategies for countering conspiracy theories, promoting critical thinking, and enhancing media and information literacy.

 Submission Guidelines:

• Abstracts: Please submit a 300-500 word abstract outlining your research, including its relevance to the conference themes. We welcome research at different stages of completion.
• To submit abstract:
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• Abstract Submission Deadline: January 28, 2024, 23:59.
• Notification of Acceptance: February 15, 2024. 

Conference Benefits: 

• Present your research to a diverse and engaged audience.
• Engage in stimulating discussions with fellow researchers.
• Network with experts in the field of conspiracy theory research.
• Join the CONNOR network.

For inquiries and additional information, please contact the organising committee at elzbieta.drazkiewiczkultur.luse

Venue: Lunds University, LUX building, Helgonavägen 3, 223 62 Lund, Sweden

Department of Ethnology, Lund University