International conference GAPSYM19: "Voices, Rights, Justice in Africa"
The Ghent Africa Platform (GAP) is pleased to announce its 19th annual symposium (GAPSYM19), themed "Voices, Rights, Justice in Africa". The symposia organised by the Ghent University Association (AUGent) Africa Platform have been trendsetting in the Belgian academic landscape over the last 19 years, providing a unique interdisciplinary forum to showcase academic research conducted in collaboration with African-based partners. These gatherings have fostered meaningful dialogue and collaboration across disciplines, contributing to a deeper understanding of Africa’s complexities and opportunities.
This 19th multidisciplinary conference of the Africa Platform will be co-organised by Ghent University’s Human Rights Research Network and Conflict Research Group. Voices, Rights & Justice in Africa remain highly relevant today due to ongoing challenges related to human rights, environmental rights, rights to health & education, access to legal systems, etc. across the continent. Studying these issues academically will inform policymaking, activism, and international engagement to promote accountability, equity, and sustainable development in African societies.
Abstracts should not exceed 500 words and must be written in English or French. Submissions should be sent by e-mail and before June 1st 2026, to Annelies.Verdoolaege@UGent.be mentioning “GAPSYM19 – abstract title – relevant subtheme”.
