Future for Religious Heritage (FRH) is happy to announce the Call for Papers to participate in the FRH Conference 2024 “Religious Heritage in Transition: Challenges and Solutions” which will take place in Krakow, Poland from 22-24 September. The Call for Papers will close on 3 May 2024 at 12:00 CET.
The 20 selected papers will be invited to produce a poster that will be exhibited at the conference venue, the Galicia Jewish Museum. The best 4 papers out of these 20 will also be invited to give a 5-minute presentation.
Important dates
- 3 May at 12:00 CET: Submission deadline
- First half of May: Selction of 20 papers to prodcue a poster / selection of 4 papers for a 5-minute presentation
- Second half of May: Notification of acceptance/rejection
- 22 – 24 September: FRH Conference in Krakow
Theme and sub-themes
Amidst the swift currents of change, religious heritage stands as a beacon of resilience, echoing the stories of our past and charting the course for our collective future.
This year, the FRH conference delves deeper into the concept of transition, probing the depths of challenges faced by religious heritage and seeking solutions for its enduring significance. How can we ensure that our heritage remains not only intact but thrives as a vital resource for all citizens in the sustainable tapestry of tomorrow?
We invite scholars, practitioners, and visionaries to contribute their insights and expertise. From the meticulous craft of architectural conservation to the transformative power of community engagement, every perspective enriches our collective understanding and empowers us to chart a course toward a more sustainable future.
We welcome submissions addressing one or more topics relevant to these 4 thematic clusters:
- Resilient Heritage: climate change, demographic changes/migration, abandoned heritage, natural disasters, renewable energy, insulation, resilience
- Sustainable Solutions: adaptive reuse, heritage crafts skills, maintenance/restoration challenges, best and worst cases, education, training for professionals
- Digital Futures: new technologies in tourism, online promotion of pilgrimage routes, 3D mapping, virtual reality
- Quality of Life: the role of religious heritage in the health and well-being of citizens, spiritual meaning of religious heritage, religious heritage contribution to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
Submission guidelines
- Abstracts must have a maximum of 200 words
- They may include up to two illustrations
- They must be in English
- They must be submitted as a PDF or Word file
- Abstracts must be submitted through the form at the bottom of this page
- The deadline is 3 May 2024 at 12:00 CET
Selection process
FRH Scientific Advisory Committee will review all submissions and in the first half of May 2024. Authors/presenters will be notified whether they have been successful or not in the second half of May 2024.
The 20 selected abstracts will be invited to produce a poster for the conference exhibition. The best four abstracts out of these 20 will also be invited to give a 5-minute presentation.
For questions or additional information, please contact us at members@frh-europe.org
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