AGIC 2024: Interconnected Realities

The Journal of Religion and Culture (JRC) is proud to support the 29th Annual Graduate Interdisciplinary Conference (AGIC) at Concordia University (Tiohtià:ke/Montréal). The theme of this year’s conference is:

Interconnected Realities: Intersections of Religions, Cultures, and Contemporary Social Challenges.

The conference will take place on Wednesday, April 10th from 9am to 5pm and will be hosted in the Concordia Universted Conference Centre, located on the 9th floor of the John Molson building (1450 Rue Guy Montréal, QC H3H 0A1).

Tickets for the event can be reserved via the AGIC Eventbrite event page.

Event Description

This year’s conference delves into the dynamic relationships between religions, cultures, and contemporary social challenges. In an era marked by climate crises, homelessness, discrimination, and social injustices, our imperative is to cultivate meaningful dialogues. Join us in fostering meaningful exchanges across disciplinary and geographic boundaries, exploring the intersections of belief systems, cultural backgrounds, and pressing social issues.

Hybrid Programming: This year’s conference offers a full-day hybrid program, at no cost, providing attendees the flexibility to participate either in person at Concordia University or remotely via livestream. The event will feature a diverse mix of paper presentations, panel discussions, keynote addresses, and creative performances.

Questions about the conference can be sent to: agic@concordia.ca