The Fourth International Conference of the journal Scuola Democratica welcomes panel proposals that engage with our shared effort to rethink and reimagine the deep relationship between learning and democracy—in theory, in practice, and in everyday life.

This edition aims to foster an open, inclusive, and multidisciplinary environment for presenting theoretical, analytical, empirical, and methodological research across the diverse fields of education—spanning sociology, pedagogy, psychology, economics, anthropology, philosophy, and political science.

To find out more about our vision, please consult the full introduction to the conference.

How to submit your panel proposal

  • Panel proposals consist of a title, an outline of 250 words in English describing the panel’s themes and purposes, and the thematic axis and topic(s) (max. 2) for which abstracts will be invited.
  • Each proposal should include a short list of key bibliographicreferences (no more than 3). An interdisciplinary approach is strongly encouraged.
    • All proposals must be submitted no later December 7, 2025, 12AM CET. Please mind that late submissions will not be accepted.
  • Proposals can be sent via the conference platformonly.
  • Each panel must feature a minimum of 6 presentations. In case of a greater number of accepted presentations, they will be allocated across multiple panel sessions. In case of a smaller number, the panel will be removed from the conference program and the collected abstracts will be reallocated to other panels.
  • Convenors of panels featured at the conference may also submit abstracts.
  • All those attending the conference, including the convenors, will have to register and pay the required conference fee (to be announced).

For more details: Call for panels – Fourth International Conference of the journal Scuola Democratica