Call for Bordeaux 2026 Mini Conference Proposals
38th Annual SASE Conference
Location & Date: Sciences Po Bordeaux, France — 1–3 July 2026
Virtual events: 22–24 June 2026
Submit your mini-conference proposal by 18 September 2025 via this form
What Is a Mini-Conference?
A mini-conference is a dedicated, multi-session track within the SASE Annual Meeting, organized around a specific scholarly theme.
Unlike SASE’s research networks, which are permanent, mini-conferences change from year to year. Each accepted mini-conference forms a cohesive program of panel sessions and papers, enabling deep engagement with its topic.
Who Should Propose a Mini-Conference?
We invite proposals from scholars interested in curating a multi-session program on a theme relevant to the 2026 conference topic: Fighting Divisions: Conflict and Power in a Post-Globalisation Order
We especially encourage proposals that:
- Align clearly with the 2026 conference theme
- Address underrepresented areas in SASE, including:
- Race and ethnicity
- Migration
- Economic history
- Heterodox economics
- Bring a global or comparative perspective
- Are led by or expected to attract a diverse group of participants
Before applying:
- Review the list of SASE research networks. If your topic overlaps with a network, explain why it is better suited to a mini-conference format.
- Browse past themes via the Past Meetings Archive.
Mini-Conference Proposal Guidelines
Deadline to apply: 18 September 2025
Submit your proposal via this form: Mini-Conference Proposal Form
Your proposal should include:
- Title and description of the proposed theme
- Explanation of its relevance to the 2026 conference topic
- Information on the diversity of the organizing team and anticipated participants
- If previously held at SASE, include attendance and how this version may differ
Please note: Past acceptance does not guarantee future selection. Mini-conferences are evaluated annually.
Organizer Requirements
- All accepted organizers must be current SASE members
- Organizers attending the conference must also register and pay the conference fee
- SASE is committed to diversity, inclusion, and professional conduct:
- We encourage proposals from diverse teams
- We uphold a strict Code of Conduct
Key Responsibilities of Mini-Conference Organizers
If your proposal is accepted:
- Your mini-conference will be included in the general Call for Papers (open 20 Oct – deadline 12 Dec 2025)
- Submissions will come through SASE’s online system
- As organizer(s), you will:
- Review extended abstracts submitted to your theme
- Create panel sessions and assign moderators
- Invite additional panels or participants if desired
Note: Organizers may only propose one mini-conference per year. If more than one is accepted, you must choose one to lead.
Submit your mini-conference proposal by 18 September 2025
Key Dates to Remember
| Date | Milestone |
|---|---|
| 18 Sept 2025 | Mini-conference theme proposal deadline |
| 20 Oct 2025 | Call for Papers & Panels opens |
| 12 Dec 2025 | Submission deadline (papers & panels) |
| 30 Jan 2026 | Submission decisions announced |
| 3 Mar 2026 | Preliminary program published |
| 19 Mar 2026 | Early bird registration deadline |
| 30 Apr 2026 | Final registration deadline |
| 22–24 Jun 2026 | Virtual SASE Conference |
| 1–3 Jul 2026 | In-person Conference in Bordeaux |
Questions?
Email: saseexecutive@sase.org
SASE is committed to providing a safe and welcoming environment for all members and event participants, irrespective of race, ethnicity, gender, nationality, language, religion, disability, or socio-economic status. We support scaled conference fees, the Women and Gender (WAG) Forum, a Code of Conduct, and diverse leadership. Discrimination or harassment of any kind is considered serious professional misconduct.