Conferences

​NZASIA organises biennial international conferences and regular symposiums, lectures, and seminars. 

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​Upcoming Conference
25th NZASIA Biennial International Conference

29 Nov – 1 Dec 2023, University of Canterbury
​Christchurch, New Zealand

Conference details

Call for Paper / Panel Proposals

Rethinking Asia?

The New Zealand Asian Studies Society is pleased to announce a call for papers and panel abstract submissions for its 25th Biennial Conference to be held in Christchurch from 29 November to 1 December, 2023. This year’s conference will be hosted by School of Language, Social and Political Sciences, University of Canterbury.
    In an effort to prioritize the full breadth of the field of Asian Studies, we have selected the broad-based conference title - Rethinking Asia? In a time of rapid change in technology, society, and politics, we would like to see papers that consider newly emerging areas of study. At the same time, the question mark is meant to encourage scholars to consider areas of study that may not need new thinking, where increased depth of knowledge may be the best path forward. By focusing on the full breadth of Asian Studies at the conference, we hope that scholars will each find something new to sample, something new to consider, perhaps even something new to research beyond their own discipline and area of expertise. In this way, we all expand our audiences to embrace a larger group of our peers as we build up our understandings of Asia.
    Our biennial conference is multidisciplinary and aims to bring together scholars working in all areas of Asian studies. We encourage papers and panels that explore any aspect of Asian studies, from any disciplinary or theoretical perspective.
We particularly seek contributions from emerging scholars and postgraduate students. We are planning to host a pre-conference postgraduate workshop and other events to support our next generation of scholars. We look forward to your participation in Christchurch at the end of 2023.

Paper/Panel proposal submission deadline: 1 July 2023.

CALL FOR PAPER/PANEL PROPOSALS

We invite faculty members, independent scholars, and postgraduate students to submit individual paper/panel proposals for participation in the conference. We can accept only one paper submission per person. Paper presentations will be allocated 30 minutes (typically 20 minutes presentation and 10 minutes discussion; shorter papers with more time for discussion are also welcome). Panels will normally comprise three paper presentations, but alternative formats with more panellists or a combination of presenters and discussants, are also welcomed.

Abstracts of up to 200 words should include a title, author/s, contact email and institutional affiliation.
Please upload your file below preferably using Word by 1 July 2023. Early abstract acceptance will be sent to those who require it for funding/planning purposes.

REGISTRATION

​More information will be available soon.

​KEYNOTES AND PROGRAMME

​Information on keynotes will be available soon. Apart from the usual conference programme, we are also planning to host a pre-conference workshop for postgraduate students.

​VENUE AND ACCOMMODATION

Ōtautahi Christchurch is the largest city on the South Island of New Zealand, with nearby beaches and easy access to the Southern Alps. It is a transportation hub for the South Island, with terminals for buses and trains, and an international airport. Nearby attractions include whale watching, swimming with dolphins, wine trails, tramping, museums, and the International Antarctic Centre. 

Also known as the Garden City, Christchurch is the most scenic city in New Zealand with its expansive parks and suburbs of well-tended gardens.

The central city is filled with cutting-edge architecture alongside some of the oldest buildings in New Zealand. The Avon river intersects the city, bringing a natural landscape to the urban environment.

The wider Canterbury region offers everything from lush vineyards and wild coastlines to sky-piercing mountains and pristine glacial lakes. Canterbury is a region of remarkable contrasts and a haven for those seeking incredible scenery and adventure. Find out more here. For general information on destinations and travel in New Zealand, visit iSITE New Zealand.

University of Canterbury
In 2023, the University of Canterbury Te Whare Wānanga o Waitaha celebrates the 150th anniversary of its founding. Join us in celebrating this milestone with a series of events, together with our treaty partner, Ngāi Tūahuriri, and our Pacific and wider UC communities. Here is the campus map.

Getting Here
The University of Canterbury is located only five kilometres away from the Christchurch International Airport. There are various transport options available for visitors at the Airport including taxis, shuttles and buses.

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Accommodation
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CONTACT US

Email: nzasia2023@canterbury.ac.nz

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​Previous Conferences

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• The NZASIA 24th Biennial International Conference, Massey University, 2021. Video recordings of the keynotes are available here.
• The NZASIA 23rd Biennial International 2019 Conference, the Victoria University of Wellington, 2019.
• The NZASIA 22nd Biennial International Conference, University of Otago, 2017.
• The 21st Biennial conference University of Canterbury, 2015.
• The 20th Biennial International Conference, University of Auckland in 2013.
• The 19th Biennial International Conference , Massey University in 2011.
• The 18th Biennial International Conference , Victoria University in Wellington in 2009.
• The 17th Biennial International Conference, University of Otago in 2007.
• The 16th Biennal Conference, University of Waikato in 2005.
• The 15th Biennial Conference, University of Auckland in 2003.