Join the 2026 Graduate Conference at the University of Verona and explore how identities are shaped, challenged, and reimagined through language, literature, and culture. “(De)Constructing Identities: Inclusive Practices of Naming” invites emerging scholars to engage with some of today’s most urgent debates on inclusion, representation, and power.

From feminist and queer studies to postcolonialism, disability studies, translation, and cultural memory, the conference offers a rich interdisciplinary dialogue. Participants will investigate how naming practices influence social perception, identity formation, and political discourse across languages and cultures. The event welcomes innovative perspectives on multilingualism, minority languages, literary representation, accessibility, and transnational narratives.

Keynote speakers Prof. Julie Abbou and Prof. Donatella Bremer will bring internationally recognised expertise to the discussion. Open to PhD students, candidates, and early-career researchers, the conference encourages critical and creative approaches to inclusive humanities.Presentations will provide a vibrant space for intellectual exchange, networking, and collaborative reflection.

Hosted by the University of Verona on December 2–3, 2026, the conference promises a stimulating international academic environment. Abstract submissions are open until June 1, 2026 — an exciting opportunity to contribute to contemporary conversations on identity, language, and inclusion.

Manuel Boschiero, Verona

Lisanna Calvi, Verona

Anna Cappellotto, Verona

Maria Ivana Lorenzetti, Verona

Giovanni Tallarico, Verona

Andrea Zinato, Verona

Ludovica Boi

Silvia Bonavero

Diana Bota

Alice Crescini

Luca Ianniccari Antoniozzi

Alis May Iseppi

Federica Patron

Lara Righi

Sara Sagrario Pasantes

Meriem Sardou

Enrica Zaninotto