AASTMT College of Language and Communication 4th International Conference
College of Language and Communication, AASTMT,
in Collaboration with University of New Mexico, USA

4th International Conference

The Archival Turn:
Re-anchoring Memory and Identity Across Literature, Language and Media

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17–18 December 2026

Call for Papers

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What is remembered, what is forgotten, and who decides? These questions lie at the heart of how archives shape memory and identity. Personal and national archives become spaces for restoring erased identities and for challenging official history. Cultural production functions as both an archive and a counter-archive. A case in point is Toni Morrison’s “Sites of Memory,” in which she posits that recording memory recovers the inner lives of oppressed people. "Download full document"


Abstracts and participant information must be submitted by 1st October. If you miss the deadline, please email us, and we will try to accommodate you. Submission Link
You will be notified about the status of your submission within two weeks to allow ample time to begin travel preparations, apply for institutional funding, and begin drafting your paper.

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Introduction

The 4th International Conference (LANACOM 2026) titled “The Archival Turn: Re-anchoring Memory and Identity Across Literature, Language and Media” is an international hybrid conference taking place on 17th to 18th December 2026, hosted by College of Language and Communication, Arab Academy for Science, Technology & Maritime Transport (AASTMT) in collaboration with the University of New Mexico (USA).

Purpose

LANACOM 2026 aims to facilitate a global multidisciplinary dialogue exploring the 'archival turn' and its role in re-anchoring memory and identity. By integrating critical perspectives from Literature, Linguistics, Media, Translation, Education, and Cultural Studies, the conference seeks to examine how diverse narratives are constructed, preserved, and transformed across textual and digital landscapes.

Partnership

Academic sponsors and partners

Conference leadership

Honorary leadership and organizing team

H.E. Prof. Ismail Abdel Ghaffar
Honorary chair

H.E. Prof. Ismail Abdel Ghaffar

President of the Arab Academy for Science, Technology and Maritime Transport.

Prof. Alaa Abdel Bary
Honorary co-chair

Prof. Alaa Abdel Bary

Vice President for Postgraduate Studies and Scientific Research at AASTMT.

Prof. Abeer Refky
Conference chair

Prof. Abeer Refky

Dean of the College of Language and Communication, Alexandria Headquarters.

Prof. Inas Hussein
Conference organizer

Prof. Inas Hussein

Vice Dean for Postgraduate Studies and Scientific Research, College of Language and Communication, Alexandria Headquarters.

Dr. Doaa Omran
Conference co-organizer

Dr. Doaa Omran

Department of English Language and Literature, University of New Mexico, USA.

International scholars

Keynote speakers

Professor Gwen Bouvier Keynote (In-person)

Professor Gwen Bouvier

Shanghai International University, China.

Dr. Jonas Elbousty Keynote (In-person)

Dr. Jonas Elbousty

Yale University, USA.

Associate Professor Wessam Elmeligi Keynote (In-person)

Associate Professor Wessam Elmeligi

University of Michigan-Dearborn, USA.

Professor Hodda ELsadda Keynote

Professor Hodda ELsadda

Faculty of Arts, Cairo University.

Professor Feroza Jussawalla Keynote (Virtual)

Professor Feroza Jussawalla

University of New Mexico, USA (Zoom).

Professor Brian Willems Keynote (In-person)

Professor Brian Willems

Split University, Croatia.

Main themes

Themes include but are not limited to

Literature

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Linguistics

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Translation

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Media

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Cultural Studies

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Education

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Fine and Applied Arts

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Important dates

Submission, acceptance, and registration milestones

1stNOV
2026
Abstract Submission
10thNOV
2026
Notification of Acceptance
1stNOV
2026
Early Bird Registration
1stDEC
2026
Late Registration
1stSEP
2027
Paper Submission
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Notification of
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Registration

Registration fees and important information Please Fill in The Form

Fees include lunch and coffee breaks for both days, Conference bag and electronic and paper certificate of participation.

Local Registration

Egyptian Participants

Participation TypesEarly Registration FeesLate Registration Fees
Presenters’ fees3000 EGP3500 EGP
Attendees’ fees1500 EGP2000 EGP
Undergraduate Students’ fees750 EGP900 EGP
Prices listed in Egyptian Pounds (EGP)
International Registration

Non-Egyptian Participants

Participation
Types		Early Registration FeesLate Registration Fees
Presenters’ fees250 USD300 USD
Attendees’ fees250 USD300 USD
VirtualPresenters’ fees250 USD300 USD
Students’ fees120 USD150 USD
Prices listed in US Dollars (USD)

PUBLICATION

All submitted full-text conference papers will undergo a double-blind peer-review process by two qualified reviewers.
Following the review process, accepted papers will be considered for publication in one of the following outlets:

1. Conference Proceedings

All accepted full-text papers will be published in the official conference proceedings.

2. Journal Publication

A selection of distinguished papers will be considered for publication in
Insights into Language, Culture and Communication (ILCC),
subject to the journal’s editorial and peer-review requirements.
(note: this journal received a score of 7 by the Supreme Council of Egyptian Universities)

Guide for Authors ILCC Journal

Find us

Venue location and campus map

LANACOM 2026 will be hosted at the Abu Qir Campus of the Arab Academy for Science, Technology and Maritime Transport in Alexandria, Egypt.

Abu Qir Campus

Arab Academy for Science, Technology and Maritime Transport (AASTMT), Abu Qir, Alexandria, Egypt.

  • Campus: Abu Qir Campus
  • City: Alexandria, Egypt
  • Nearest airport: Alexandria International Airport.
  • Parking: On-site visitor parking available
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