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Congist 2026

CONGIST’26 Publication Options 

  • The abstracts presented at the congress will be published electronically in the abstract book, with an E-ISBN issued after the congress.
  • Acceptance of an abstract, payment of the registration fee, and presentation of the paper at CONGIST’26 do not guarantee publication in any of the options listed below.
  • The final publication process depends solely on the results of the scientific peer review.
  • These guidelines explain the main principles, evaluation steps, and publication ethics for submissions after the congress. Only papers presented at CONGIST’26 will be reviewed by the Scientific Committee.
  • The purpose of this document is to uphold the scholarly rigor of congress publications, foster high-quality scientific contributions, and preserve the integrity of the peer review process.
  • Following the congress, authors of selected papers—evaluated by the Scientific Committee for originality, research thoroughness, and thematic relevance—will be offered two publishing options: a chapter in an edited volume or a research article in a peer-reviewed journal.
  • Authors will receive detailed instructions and submission deadlines for journals and edited volumes after the congress.

 

OPTION 1: Chapter in Edited Volumes
Evaluation and Publication Criteria

  • Extended versions of the selected papers will be considered for publication as book chapters in peer-reviewed edited volumes focusing on the theme of "Crisis." These books will be published as part of the Congist Book Series by Istanbul University Press (https://iupress.istanbul.edu.tr/).
  • Istanbul University Press is an internationally recognized publisher, indexed in the Web of Science Book Citation Index (BKCI).
  • The evaluation and indexing of books published by Istanbul University Press in the Web of Science Book Citation Index (BKCI) are carried out independently by the Web of Science Book Citation Index, and Istanbul University Press does not have any authority over these processes.
  • Manuscripts submitted for the Congist Book Series must meet the criteria of an "book chapter." Standard conference full-text papers will not be accepted for this category.
  • All manuscripts submitted to the Congist Book Series must be written in English.
  • Manuscripts must follow the layout and referencing styles set by Istanbul University Press and the volume editors.
  • Authors are required to complete all requested revisions from reviewers and editors within the specified time. Failure to do so will result in exclusion from the publishing process.
  • All submitted manuscripts will be screened for similarity (plagiarism) and the use of artificial intelligence. Submissions exceeding Istanbul University Press's maximum thresholds for similarity or AI usage will not be considered for evaluation. (For detailed info: https://iupress.istanbul.edu.tr/about/about)
  • The Congist Book Series will be published only in electronic format with an e-ISBN, in line with Istanbul University Press’s Open Access policy.

 

OPTION 2: Research Article in Journal
Evaluation and Publication Criteria

  • Extended versions of selected papers presented at the congress will be considered for publication in special issues on the theme of “Crisis” in international peer-reviewed journals published by Istanbul University Press (https://iupress.istanbul.edu.tr/), which are indexed in the Web of Science Emerging Sources Citation Index (ESCI) and/or Elsevier Scopus, as listed in the table below.
  • Papers that do not align with the thematic scope or disciplinary boundaries of these journals will be returned to the authors during the preliminary evaluation stage. Therefore, authors are expected to review the journal’s website before submission to ensure their work aligns with the journal’s scope.

 

List of the Journals Offering Publication Opportunities for CONGIST’26

Alman Dili ve Edebiyatı Dergisi/Studien zur deutschen Sprache und Literatur

https://iupress.istanbul.edu.tr/journal/sdsl/home

Litera: Dil, Edebiyat ve Kültür Araştırmaları Dergisi/ Litera: Journal of Language, Literature and Culture Studies

https://iupress.istanbul.edu.tr/journal/litera/home

Osmanlı Bilimi Araştırmaları Dergisi/ Studies in Ottoman Science

https://iupress.istanbul.edu.tr/journal/oba/home 

Tarih Dergisi/ Turkish Journal of History

https://iupress.istanbul.edu.tr/journal/tjh/home  

Tiyatro Eleştirmenliği ve Dramaturji Bölümü Dergisi/ Journal of Theatre Criticism and Dramaturgy

https://iupress.istanbul.edu.tr/journal/jtcd/home 


  • To be eligible for preliminary evaluation, all contributing authors must hold a Ph.D. degree.
  • Additionally, at least two years (or four issues) must have passed since the author’s previous publication in the relevant journal.
  • Specific journals require authors to maintain a current affiliation with specific academic institutions. (For detailed conditions, see the List of Journals.)
  • All submissions must be original research articles; standard conference full-text papers will not be considered for publication.
  • Successfully passing the preliminary evaluation does not guarantee publication in a special issue. The final decision regarding issue assignment and publication date rests with the editorial boards, subject to the journal’s capacity and annual publication schedule.
  • Articles may be scheduled for publication in future issues depending on issue volume and thematic priorities.
  • If the quota for a special issue is not fulfilled, the journal editors will decide whether to evaluate submitted articles for inclusion in regular issues.
  • All articles will be screened for plagiarism and the use of artificial intelligence. Submissions exceeding the journal’s preset limits will be returned without further review.
  • All articles must strictly adhere to the writing and citation standards of the relevant journal.
  • Authors are required to complete all requested revisions within the given deadline. Failure to do so will result in withdrawal of the article from the evaluation process.
  • Staff Quotas: The author quotas established for Istanbul University academic staff, academic staff employed at universities in Türkiye, and academic staff working abroad apply equally to special issues of all journals published by Istanbul University Press.
  • All the journals listed above will be published as electronic journals in accordance with Istanbul University Press's open access policy.

The Organizing and Scientific Committees of CONGIST’26 retain the right to amend these guidelines, including all specified conditions and publication procedures, as deemed necessary.

Registration Terms & Conditions

  1. Participation

The conference is scheduled to be held in person at the Faculty of Letters, Istanbul University, from May 13 to 15, 2026. Please note that online or hybrid participation options will not be available.

All participants are required to present their submissions in person on the dates specified in the conference program.

 

  1. Registration Fees

Conference fees are charged per participant.

Each author or participant whose name appears in a submitted and accepted abstract is required to make an individual payment, even if they will not be physically present at the conference during the presentation.

In the case of multi-authored papers, if any participating author fails to pay the registration fee, the name(s) of the unpaid author(s) will not be included in the conference program, the abstract book, or any post-conference publications.

 

  1. The Conference Fee Includes the Following
  • Full access to the conference program
  • The right to present in conference sessions
  • Conference materials (program booklet, bag, notebook, pen, etc.)
  • Refreshments served during breaks
  • Certificate of participation (issued only to participants who deliver a presentation at the conference)

 

  1. The Conference Fee Does Not Include
  • Accommodation expenses
  • Travel costs
  • Meals and social event fees
  • Bank transaction fees (especially SWIFT charges for international transfers)

 

  1. International Payments

Participants making payments via international bank transfer:

  • Must fully cover all SWIFT transaction fees.
  • Payments that are incomplete due to SWIFT deductions will not be accepted. Registration will not be considered complete until the full amount has been received.

 

  1. Payment Deadlines
  • Early payment period: January 15 – February 6, 2026
  • Late payment period: February 9 – February 27, 2026
  • Payments submitted after the stated payment deadlines will not be accepted under any circumstances.

 

  1. Refund Policy

Conference fees are strictly non-refundable under any circumstances. Requests for cancellations, changes, or refunds after payment will not be accepted.

 

  1. Participation Fees 

Early Payment
For participation with a single paper:
Participants from Türkiye: 70 Euro or 3520 Turkish Lira
Participants from abroad: 120 Euro

For participation with a second paper:
Participants from Türkiye: 35 Euro or 1760 Turkish Lira
Participants from abroad: 60 Euro

For postgraduate students:
Participants from Türkiye: 35 Euro or 1760 Turkish Lira
Participants from abroad: 60 Euro

Late Payment

For participation with a single paper:
Participants from Türkiye: 80 Euro or 4020 Turkish Lira
Participants from abroad: 130 Euro

For participation with a second paper:
Participants from Türkiye: 40 Euro or 2010 Turkish Lira
Participants from abroad: 65 Euro

For postgraduate students:
Participants from Türkiye: 40 Euro or 2010 Turkish Lira
Participants from abroad: 65 Euro

 

Notes:

1- Fees are charged per participant.
2- Each participant can submit a maximum of two papers. Postgraduate students can only submit one paper.
3- Participation as an attendee is free of charge.

 

* Istanbul University Faculty of Letters reserves the rights to make any changes related to the congress.

 

Keynote Speakers


Albrecht Classen - The University of Arizona

Spiritual Crisis and Religious Innovation in the Late Middle Ages

Irma Trattner - University of Arts Linz

Art and Political Emotions in the 20th and 21st Centuries 

“Ethics-Aesthetics of the Visual”

Sanem Yazıcıoğlu van der Heiden - İstanbul University

Continuous Crisis and Transforming Lifeworld

Georgios Salakidis - Democritus University of Thrace

Tarih ve Edebiyat: Kriz İçindeki Osmanlı Kadınları

Massimo Salgaro - University of Verona

The Crisis of Literary Evolution in the Digital Age

Congist’26 Boards

 

Honorary Board

Osman Bülent Zülfikar - İstanbul University
Suresh Garimella - The University of Arizona
Sevtap Kadıoğlu - İstanbul University

 

Organization Committee Chairs

İrem Atasoy - İstanbul University  & Kaan Ata - İstanbul University

Organization Committee Members

Albrecht Classen - The University of Arizona
Maria Grajdian - Hiroshima University
Ksenia Kuzminykh - Georg-August-Universität
Özlem Karadağ - İstanbul University
Fatih İkiz - İstanbul Üniversitesi
Filiz Didem Çoban Sarı - İstanbul University
Semih Sefer - İstanbul University
İstek Serhan Erbek - İstanbul University
Aslı Damar Çakmak - İstanbul University
Çağatay Yılmaz - İstanbul University
Güneşnaz Kuru Pazarlıoğlu - İstanbul University
Aybüke Özcan - İstanbul University
Yusuf Temizcan - İstanbul Üniversitesi Vakıfları & İstanbul Medeniyet University

 

Scientific Committee

Mehmet Ali Akyurt- İstanbul University
Alev Bulut - İstanbul University
Sedef Çokay Kepçe - İstanbul University
Damla Demirözü Alexanian - İstanbul University
Khrystyna Dyakiv - Institut für deutsche Sprache - Mannheim
Aqtime Gnouléléng Edjabou - University of Kara
Gianluca Esposito - Università degli Studi di Napoli “Federico II”
Ensa Filazi - İstanbul University
Nilgün Firidinoğlu Tiryaki- İstanbul University
Csaba Földes - University of Erfurt
Elena Giovannini - Università del Piemonte Orientale
Barbaros Gönençgil - İstanbul University
Maria Grajdian - Hiroshima University
Selin Gürses Şanbay - İstanbul University
Özgüç Güven - İstanbul University
Zita Hüsing - The University of Texas at Tyler
Mehmet İlgürel - İstanbul University
Kerem Karaboğa - Arkin University of Creative Arts and Design
İren Dilara Kongaz - İstanbul University
Barış Konukman - İstanbul University
Ümit Konya - İstanbul University
Denis Yurievich Kozlov - Russian Academy of Sciences
Ksenia Kuzminykh - Georg-August-Universität
Karla Lupşan - West University of Timișoara
Sanela Mešić - University of Sarajevo
Vadim Muhanov  - Russian Academy of Sciences
Krzysztof Okoński - Uniwersytet Kazimierza Wielkiego w Bydgoszczy
Özgür Oral - İstanbul University
Nurten Öztanrıkulu Özel- Dicle University
Paola Partenza - Univeristà “G. d’Annunzio”
Paloma Sánchez Hernández - Universidad Complutense Madrid
Ömer Osman Sarı - Kırklareli University
Aleksandar M. Savić  - University of Belgrade
Georg Schuppener - University of St. Cyril and Methodius
Fadime Suata Alpaslan - İstanbul University
Mustafa Tanrıverdi - İstanbul University
Göklem Tekdemir - İstanbul University
Habib Tekin- Marmara University
Irma Trattner - University of Arts Linz
Kaan Üçsu - İstanbul University
Hamiti Vjosa - University of Prishtina
Julie Winter - Western Washington University
Serap Yüzgüller - İstanbul University


Advisory Board 

İsmail Coşkun - İstanbul University
Sedef Çokay Kepçe - İstanbul University
Ali Şükrü Çoruk - İstanbul University
Hayati Develi - İstanbul University
Çiğdem Dürüşken - İstanbul University
Fethiye Erbay - İstanbul University
Barbaros Gönençgil - İstanbul University
Sevtap Kadıoğlu - İstanbul University
Hasibe Kalkan - İstanbul University
Mahmut Karakuş - İstanbul University
Abdullah Kızılcık - İstanbul University
Ufuk Kocabaş - İstanbul University
Ümit Konya - İstanbul University
Mehmet Ölmez - İstanbul University
Fatih Mehmet Sancaktar - İstanbul University
Fadime Suata Alparslan - İstanbul University
Hacer Topaktaş Üstüner - İstanbul University
Arsun Uras - İstanbul University
Pınar Ünsal Bayrakçı - İstanbul University
Asnu Bilban Yalçın - İstanbul University
Nedim Yıldız - İstanbul University




Important Dates

 

Congress Dates: May 13 – 15, 2026

Deadline for abstract submissions: November 15, 2025

Notification of evaluation results: December 15, 2025

Early payment period: January 15 – February 6, 2026

Late payment period: February 9 – February 27, 2026

CONGIST’26

Since 2018, Congist has been an international social sciences congress organized by the Faculty of Letters at Istanbul University. Our previous congresses focused on the themes Homecoming Soldier-War and Society (2018), The City's Language (2019), and Social Sciences and Artificial Intelligence: Theory and Practice (2024).

Our fourth Congist, to be held on May 13–15, 2026, will focus on the theme Interdisciplinary Perspectives on Crisis. This congress aims to bring together scholars from various fields of social sciences to explore the societal dimensions of crises and to seek viable solutions.

We chose this theme for the following reason:

In the social sciences, a crisis is broadly defined as a period in which established structures, norms, or systems within societies are severely shaken or destabilized. Crises can manifest in various forms such as economic collapses, political turmoil, environmental disasters, technological transformations, wars, pandemics, climate disruptions, or cultural conflicts. Historically, crises have marked turning points in societal change, compelling communities to adapt, restructure, or innovate. The impacts of crises have been profound, shaping societal trajectories, prompting adaptation, and triggering transformations. Societies that fail to effectively address crises often face collapse, while those that develop robust strategies are able to recover and evolve. Understanding crises within an interdisciplinary framework helps to reveal patterns, inform policies, and strengthen resilience in the face of current and future challenges.

Congist’26 aims to explore the dynamics of crises and sustainability through interdisciplinary perspectives. The event will highlight the importance of interdisciplinary work, fostering academic exchange and knowledge-sharing among experts from different fields. Beyond academic discussions, our congress seeks to promote interdisciplinary collaboration and offer innovative and applicable perspectives within the social sciences.






CONGIST’26

Interdisciplinary Perspectives on Crisis 

Date:  13-15 May 2026

Venue: Istanbul University, Faculty of Letters, Istanbul, Turkey

In the context of social sciences, crisis is broadly defined as a period of severe disruption or instability that challenges established structures, norms, or systems within societies. Crises can manifest in various forms—economic collapses, political upheavals, environmental disasters, technological shifts, wars, pandemics, climate or cultural conflicts. Historically, crises have always triggered societal change, which necessitate adaptation, reorganization, and innovation within communities. Throughout history, the impact of crises has been profound, shaping the trajectories of societies by prompting adaptation and transformation. Societies that fail to address crises effectively often face decline, while those that develop robust strategies can recover and evolve. Understanding crises within an interdisciplinary framework helps to reveal patterns, inform policies, and foster resilience in the face of contemporary and future challenges.

This international congress aims to explore the dynamics of crises from interdisciplinary perspectives. Potential themes for papers and panels include, but are not limited to:

  • Cultural Crises and Sustainability
  • Representations of Crises and Sustainability in Media, Cinema, and Art
  • The Crisis of Art Criticism
  • Aesthetic Reflections of the Crisis
  • Crisis in Performing Arts
  • Crisis, Sustainability, and Misinformation
  • Social Crises and Transformation: Sociological and Psychological Approaches
  • Information and Records Management in Times of Crisis: Digitalization, Archiving, and Sustainability
  • Eco-Communication in Crises
  • Crisis and Ethics
  • War, Crisis, and Sustainability: The Impact of Conflict on Societal Continuity
  • Sustainability and Resilience in Historical and Archaeological Perspectives
  • Utopian and Dystopian Visions of Crisis and Sustainability
  • Geographical Approaches to Environmental Crises and Sustainable Solutions
  • Philosophical Reflections on the Relationship Between Crisis and Sustainability
  • Crises and Sustainability in the Ancient World
  • Anthropological Perspectives on the Social and Cultural Impact of Crises
  • The Language of Crisis: Linguistic Perspectives
  • Eco-Linguistics and Sustainability
  • The Role of Discourse in Shaping Collective Action about Crisis and Sustainability
  • Discourse(s) of Crisis
  • Semiotics of Crisis
  • Multimodal Communication in Crisis Situations: Ecolinguistic and Ecosemiotic Perspectives
  • Ecocriticism, Ecofeminism, and the Climate Crisis: Literary Representations of Sustainability
  • Apocalyptic and Post-Apocalyptic Fiction: Crisis, Survival, and Sustainable Futures
  • Literary Depictions of Resource Scarcity and Environmental Collapse
  • The Evolution of Crisis-Related Vocabulary: Historical and Contemporary Linguistic Trends
  • Narratives of Crisis and Sustainability: Literary Responses to Environmental and Social Challenges
  • Historical Perspectives on Crisis and Recovery
  • The Psychological Impacts of Crises
  • Eco-translation and Climate Crisis
  • Disaster and Crisis Interpreting
  • Crisis in Logic
  • Episteme and Crisis
  • Phenomenology of Crisis
  • Postmodernity and Crisis
  • Ontology and Crisis
  • Identity construction and Crisis
  • Language and Signs of Crisis
  • The Role of Globalisation in Triggering and Resolving Crises
  • Local Effects of Global Crises
  • Preparation for Future Crises in the Light of Historical Analyses
  • Sustainable Development and Crisis Prevention Policies
  • Income Inequality, Class Conflicts and Crises
  • The Search For Social Justice and Crisis Management
  • Wars, Famines, And Waves of Migration
  • The Effects of Refugee Crises on International Politics
  • Geographical Dimensions of the Climate Crisis
  • Natural Disasters and Social Vulnerability
  • Resource Crises and Geopolitical Tensions
  • Urbanization and Ecological Crisis
  • Digital Crises and Social Interaction
  • Social Impacts of Crises
  • Post-Crisis Psychological Transformation,
  • Resilience, and Adaptation Processes
  • Psychological Impacts of Crises

Congress Languages: English and Turkish

 

PUBLICATION OPPORTUNITIES

ABSTRACTS

Abstracts of the papers presented at the conference will be published in the book of abstracts with ISBN.

FULL TEXTS

Option 1: Selected papers presented at the congress will be considered for publication in peer-reviewed edited volumes of the Congist Book Series by IU-Press. IU-Press is indexed in the Web of Science Book Citation Index (BKCI).

Option 2: Selected papers presented at the congress will be considered for publication in special issues of international peer-reviewed journals published by IU-Press, which are indexed in the Web of Science Emerging Sources Citation Index (ESCI) and Elsevier Scopus.

Submission of the Abstracts: Please submit your paper proposals (max. 1 DIN-A-Size, Times New Roman 12 point type, 2000 characters including spaces) online at https://eventedebiyat.istanbul.edu.tr/e/congist26 All abstracts will undergo a blind peer-review process.