Call for Papers
“Migration and the Global City”
October 29-31, 2010 at Ryerson University, Toronto, Canada
Description
Ryerson University is hosting this conference to launch its new Research Institute on Immigration and Settlement (working title). Both the conference and the institute are dedicated to advancing innovative and interdisciplinary research from diverse critical and institutional perspectives in the areas of immigration and settlement, international migration, integration, and diaspora and refugee studies. Moreover, the institute will further the scholarly quest to integrate theory with practice and to shape policy on international migration issues based on values of inclusion and respect for cultural diversity.
The conference connects international and national research networks with Ontario and especially Toronto, one of the world’s most diverse communities. Showcasing Ontario and Toronto as the main immigrant gateways in Canada, the conference will bring together immigration and settlement scholars, graduate students, national, provincial and municipal policy makers, regional non-government agencies and community representatives. By connecting research networks with the local community, the conference will facilitate local capacity building. The 2010 CERIS-Metropolis Student Conference will also be integrated into the wider conference program.
Keynote speakers
- Grace Chang, UC Santa Barbara, USA
- David Miller, Mayor of the City of Toronto
Conference Themes
Within the overarching topic of “Migration and the Global City”, the conference will address and theorize the following subthemes:
- Arts and Culture
- Citizenship
- Families, Children and Youth
- Health
- Migration and Identity
- Migration and Moral Panic
- Multi-level Governance
- Precarious and Temporary Status
- Race, Gender, Sexuality
- Religion
- Securitization and Criminalization
- Settlement Services
- Social Class
- State and the Politics of Immigration
- Transnationalisms
- Urban Patterns and Housing
- Work and Labour
Planned Conference Activities
The three-day conference will include a range of activities, including:
- Panel sessions, roundtables, and posters
- Fieldtrips to Toronto immigrant and settlement locations
- Film-screening/art show
- Possibly CIHR-funded pre-conference on immigrant and refugee children and youth
- Publishers and NGO display area
The conference will provide plenty of networking opportunities during fieldtrips, a reception and lunch.
Timing and Location
Ryerson’s The Ted Rogers School of Management provides modern facilities in the very heart of Canada’s largest city, where many immigrants come to settle. Southern Ontario’s beautiful autumn weather and famous fall colors will provide attractive opportunities for sightseeing, fieldtrips and other networking activities.
Registration
Fees:
|
Early Bird
(before or on July 31, 2010) |
Regular |
Student |
$20 |
NGO |
$50 |
$60 |
All others |
$100 |
$125 |
Deadlines:
Abstract submission: June 15, 2010
Abstract acceptance: early July, 2010
Early bird registration: July 31, 2010
Paper Submission:
A paper presentation is 20 minutes long or less and describes a research project and its findings, or a well-documented theoretical/practical perspective. It is intended to introduce something new to the audience. An effective presentation is planned, organized, and tailored to an audience to achieve a specific purpose. Audio visual supports can be used. Abstracts of 150 words or less should include the main premise of the paper, a summary of supporting evidence and the conclusion. Please also identify potential conference theme(s)
Special Sessions:
Participants are welcome to organize special sessions. A special session covers 90 minutes and typically consists of 4 paper presentations (or 3 paper presentations and a discussant) addressing a common theme, topic or problem. The organizers of special sessions are responsible for collecting all relevant information (i.e. panel title, names of presenters, presentation titles, and presentation abstracts of up to 150 words each).
Roundtable Sessions:
A roundtable session is 90 minutes long and emphasizes discussion, exchange of ideas and/or demonstration of methods of practical relevance. It allows participants with differing viewpoints and priorities to build a common understanding of the problems and opportunities confronting them. A roundtable session must provide participants with the opportunity to actively participate. The abstract of 150 words or less must include the description of the topic, the goal of the roundtable session, and the names and affiliations of all participants.
Poster:
A poster is an exhibit of research or techniques, activities or methods; it is presented on a display board that includes a title, the name of the presenter, and a brief display of graphics, text, photos, illustrations, summaries, charts, realia, etc. Posters presenting research should outline the research questions, methodology and findings. Presenters must be available for discussion during the time designated for one-on-one discussion. No AV equipment or electrical access is available. Abstracts of 150 words or less should include the main premise of the poster, a summary of supporting evidence and the conclusion. Please also identify potential conference theme(s).
All submissions are subject to peer-review. The conference organizers will contact you in early July and inform you if your abstract/panel has been accepted. All accepted presenters must register by July 31, 2010 (early bird) or risk being removed from the program.
CERIS Student Conference:
A separate call for papers will be issued by the CERIS Student Caucus for the student component of the conference. Students can participate in this current call of papers, the CERIS Student Conference or both.
Post-Conference Activities
Conference presenters have the opportunity to submit paper versions of their presentation for publication consideration in an edited volume or conference proceedings.
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