Deadline: 31 May 2025
The online symposium, Knowledge Under Occupation: Academic Freedom and Palestine on the Global Stage, organized in collaboration with Opinio Juris, invites academic contributions on the erosion of academic freedom, particularly regarding Palestinian advocacy. The symposium will examine restrictions on free speech, repression of pro-Palestinian voices, and systemic biases in international legal discourse.
Key Themes:
- Academic Freedom & Democracy – The impact of restrictions on democratic governance, the rule of law, and human rights advocacy.
- Systemic Oppression & International Law – How suppression of marginalized voices shapes legal academia and discourse.
- Repression & Resistance – The role of academics in countering censorship, historical erasure, and restrictions on free speech.
Submission Details:
- Format: Blogpost (1,500–2,000 words)
- Submission: Email to katsoni@voelkerrechtsblog.org, elmahmoud@voelkerrechtsblog.org, and tiedeke@voelkerrechtsblog.org (mention “Call for Contributions” in the subject).
- Selection Notification: June 2025
- Publication Date: July 2025
- Preference: Encourages submissions from Palestinians and persons of color.
The symposium aims to challenge structural biases in academia and international law, fostering critical discussions on inclusivity, equity, and historical accountability.
For further details please see Voelkerrechtsblog’s website.
