We are delighted to invite submissions for the 11th Graduate Conference in Political Theory, organised at Sciences Po in Paris, France, which will be held on May 19th-20th, 2025. This year, our theme is “Ethics and Politics”, focusing on the complex intersections between ethical concerns and political frameworks in contemporary societies.

Presentation

We are delighted to invite submissions for the 11th Graduate Conference in Political Theory, organised at Sciences Po in Paris, France, which will be held on May 19th-20th, 2025. This year, our theme is “Ethics and Politics”, focusing on the complex intersections between ethical concerns and political frameworks in contemporary societies.

We are honoured to welcome Professor Nancy Fraser as our keynote speaker, a leading voice in critical social theory, whose work has significantly influenced debates on justice, democracy, and the ethics of public life.

Following this link, you will find a detailed call for papers, including an overview of the conference theme, three thematic axes, and suggested topics to consider.

We encourage contributions from graduate students, early-career researchers, and scholars in political theory and related fields, either in French or English. Papers may address a wide range of topics related to ethics and politics, including justice, democratic values, power dynamics, and global inequalities.

Submission Guidelines

• Abstract: 250 words

• Deadline for submissions: January 12, 2025

• Submissions should be sent to: gradconf2025@gmail.com 

We look forward to your contributions and to welcoming you to Sciences Po for what we hope will be a stimulating and rewarding event!

Organising Committee 

Cloé Artaut, Thomas Charrayre, Sibylle Léonard & Ciara Luxton