• Beginning of Abstract Submissions: 5 July 2024
• Abstract Submissions Deadline:.30 August 2024; 23:59 UTC
• Notification of Acceptance: 27 September 2024
• Final Extended Paper Submission Deadline: 8 November 2024
This forum takes as its central reference the idea of Integral Ecology contained in the Encyclical Laudato Si', which in its Chapter 4 states that:
Since everything is closely interrelated, and today’s problems call for a vision capable of taking into account every aspect of the global crisis, I suggest that we now consider some elements of an integral ecology, one which clearly respects its human and social dimensions (137).
According to Deane-Drummond and Deneulin (2022), it can be approached from two interconnected perspectives: that of the social thought of the Catholic Church, which expands through the vision of Laudato Si', integrating the ecological dimension with the dimension of human dignity. The second perspective relates to integral ecology linked to an eco-theology that draws from both Christian theology and other religious traditions, including the perspectives of indigenous communities. Kerber (2020), on the other hand, analyzes how the concept of integral ecology has been used as a framework by various authors for several decades to address environmental issues. However, the inclusion of the term from Laudato Si', in addition to revitalizing and updating the concept, places us in the need for theoretical and practical reflection.
This is directly related to social movements and deep reflections on the environmental crisis and its solutions from a Latin American perspective The Pan-Amazon Synod (2019), the call for the defense of the Amazon, and the recognition of the importance of land for indigenous peoples and local communities (López Hernández, 2020; Chipana-Quispe 2020, Bosch, 2020) and the recognition of the multiple crises that our region is facing, but also the potential of different cultures and the committed work of individuals and organizations, position our region as an ideal territory for considering integral ecology.
References:
Céspedes G. y Tavares S (Coords) (2020). Una mirada crítica. En ¿Más allá de Laudato Si’? De la ecología integral a la ecología profunda. Voices 2020-1. Disponible en https://eatwot.net/VOICES/VOICES-2020-1Presentation&Index.pdf
Chipana-Quispe, S. Despertemos humanidad, ya no hay tiempo. En Céspedes G. y Tavares S (Coords). Una mirada crítica. En ¿Más allá de Laudato Si’? De la ecología integral a la ecología profunda. Voices 2020-1. pp. 126-132.
Deane-Drummond C, & S. Deneulin. (2022). Integral Ecology Discovering Its Meaning and Depth. LSRI, Briefing note.
Francisco, P.,. (2015). Carta Encíclica Laudato Si': sobre el cuidado de la casa común.
Kerber, G. (2018). ¿De la ecología integral a la ecología profunda? Una mirada crítica. En Céspedes G. y Tavares S (Coords). Una mirada crítica. En ¿Más allá de Laudato Si’? De la ecología integral a la ecología profunda. Voices 2020-1. pp. 70-62.
López-Hernández, E. (2020). Hacia una ecología profunda desde la perspectiva indígena. En Céspedes G. y Tavares S (Coords). Una mirada crítica. En ¿Más allá de Laudato Si’? De la ecología integral a la ecología profunda. Voices 2020-1. Pp. 82-88
• Thematic Line 1. Aproximaciones conceptuales y debates sobre la ecología integral (Conceptual approaches and debates on integral ecology)
Some of the questions to address within this line are:
How is Integral Ecology understood? What importance has Integral Ecology gained in Latin America? What implications does Integral Ecology have as a conceptual framework for research? What implications does Integral Ecology have as a guiding framework for actions in protection of the land?
• Thematic Line 2. Casos de estudio sobre ecología integral en América Latina
(Case Studies on Integral Ecology in Latin America)
Some of the questions to be addressed within this line are:
What implications does integral ecology have in the formation of the next generations? How do different communities incorporate integral ecology into their strategies, practices, and mobilizations? What role does integral ecology play in the fight against extractivism in Latin America?
Please submit abstracts of up to 300 words, excluding references. Include 3-5 keywords highlighting the main themes or topics of your research. Clearly state how your work aligns with the conference themes. Adhere to the specified formatting guidelines as mentioned below.
• The title must not exceed 120 characters.
• The abstract should not exceed a maximum of 300 words.
• Incorporate a maximum of 5 keywords.
• The abstract must be sent in the language in which the communication or poster will be written (Spanish, Portuguese or English).
• Example of an abstract with the required format.
• Please indicate your preference for an oral or poster presentation when prompted by MF.
All inquiries about the conference should be sent to
centrus@ibero.mx Eligibility:
The food and lodging grant is available only to people who attend physically.
Limited and partially subsidized housing will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Limitations:
For joint work, only one author is eligible to apply for the housing scholarship
The meal scholarship covers food only within the university
