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Call for Papers Theme: Humanities Subtitle: Issues and Challenges Type: 2nd International Seminar Institution: Center of Language Studies and Generic Development, Universiti Malaysia Kelantan Location: Kota Bharu, Kelantan (Malaysia) Date: 23.–24.10.2011 Deadline: 30.9.2011 __________________________________________________ The United Nations General Assembly had proclaimed that the years 2001 - 2010 as the International Decade for the Promotion of a Culture of Peace and Non - Violence for the Children of the World. It has been observed that enormous harm and sufferings are being inflicted on children through different forms of violence at every level of society throughout the world. Thus, the Assembly has expressed its wish for a transformation towards "a culture of peace based on the principles of freedom, justice and democracy". This culture rejects violence and endeavour to prevent conflicts by tackling their roots through discussions and negotiations. This transformation towards a culture of non-violence and peace must be primarily supported by education and the teaching of non-violence and peace at all levels of society particularly in educational establishments. In realising this, Universiti Malaysia Kelantan (UMK) has successfully organised an event to mark the occassion last year. This year, UMK hopes to achieve a society that is free from violence. The experts at the universities can be optimally utilised through regional cooperation to address some of the common issues and challenges experienced by them. Consequently, it is hoped that this initiative will foster collaborative programmes and strengthen cooperation in addressing these issues. Objectives 1. To identify collaborative programmes (training and research) between institutions on issues of violence, human trafficking and social justice. 2. To identify research and development in relevant areas of violence. 3. To strengthen cooperation among participating universities via international seminars, conferences and forums on "Humanities: Issues and challenges". 4. To collaborate on publication and documentation of "Humanities: Issues and Challenges". 5. To initiate cooperation with private agencies, NGO’s and the government in complementing the existing strategies on humanities. Themes 1. Violence: domestic violence, crime, sexual abuse and harassment, violence against women etc. 2. Human trafficking. 3. Social justice: human rights, government policy, equality etc. Who should attend Researchers (private and public sectors), Academicians, Individuals involved in humanitarian related issues. Presentation The Secretariat of the International Seminar 2011 "Humanities: Issues and Challenges" is calling for abstracts for presentation. The paper will be reviewed and selected on the basis of theme relevance. Papers can be submitted and presented in Malay or English. Please submit your abstract via: [email protected] Abstract Submission: 30 September 2011 Acceptance of Abstract: 07 October 2011 Full Paper Submission: 15 October 2011 For more information please see: http://www.umk.edu.my/my/iklan/pamplet%20Program%20update%20Julai.pdf Contact: International Seminar on Humanities 2011 - Secretariat Centre for Language Studies and Generic Development Universiti Malaysia Kelantan Locked Bag 36 Pengkalan Chepa 16100 Kota Bharu, Kelantan Malaysia Tel: +60 9 7717276 Fax: +60 9 7717282 Email: [email protected] Website: http://ppbpi.umk.edu.my __________________________________________________ InterPhil List Administration: http://interphil.polylog.org Intercultural Philosophy Calendar: http://cal.polylog.org __________________________________________________
