International Conference on Eroticism, Philosophy, and Aesthetic Discourses (ICEPAD - 26)

This track explores the philosophical underpinnings of eroticism, examining how various philosophical theories interpret and articulate the nature of sexual desire. Contributions may include analyses of historical and contemporary philosophical texts that engage with the complexities of erotic experience.

This session focuses on the aesthetic dimensions of sexuality, investigating how art, literature, and performance shape and reflect erotic experiences. Papers may analyze specific works or movements that challenge or reinforce societal norms surrounding sexuality.

This track addresses the interplay between body politics and sexual agency, exploring how power relations influence individual and collective expressions of sexuality. Discussions may include feminist and queer perspectives on bodily autonomy and the politics of desire.

This session invites papers that examine cultural theories of desire, focusing on how cultural narratives and practices shape our understanding of eroticism. Contributions may explore intersections of race, class, and gender in the construction of sexual identities.

This track seeks to engage with feminist theories of sexual ethics, analyzing how feminist thought critiques traditional moral frameworks surrounding sexuality. Papers may explore topics such as consent, agency, and the ethics of desire.

This session examines the contributions of queer theory to the understanding of desire, focusing on how queer perspectives challenge normative sexualities. Discussions may include the implications of queer theory for erotic practices and identities.

This track explores the relationship between sensuality and aesthetic experience, investigating how sensory engagement informs our understanding of eroticism. Papers may analyze the role of the senses in shaping erotic encounters and aesthetic appreciation.

This session focuses on the construction of subjectivity in relation to sexual desire, examining how individual experiences of desire shape and are shaped by broader cultural narratives. Contributions may explore the psychological and philosophical dimensions of desire and identity.

This track invites discussions on the role of eroticism in contemporary philosophical discourse, highlighting how current philosophical debates engage with themes of sexuality and desire. Papers may address the implications of eroticism for ethical, political, and existential questions.

This session investigates the dynamics of power relations in the context of sexuality, exploring how power shapes sexual identities and practices. Contributions may include analyses of institutional, social, and interpersonal power structures that influence erotic experiences.

This track emphasizes the importance of interdisciplinary approaches to the study of sexuality, encouraging collaborations across philosophy, cultural studies, and the arts. Papers may explore innovative methodologies and theoretical frameworks that enrich our understanding of eroticism.