International Conference on Identity and Popular Culture (ICIPC - 26)

This track explores how digital platforms shape individual and collective identities through user-generated content. It examines the interplay between online personas and real-world identities in contemporary society.

Focusing on various subcultures, this session investigates how identity is constructed and expressed through unique narratives and practices. It aims to highlight the cultural significance of these groups in shaping broader societal norms.

This track analyzes the representation of gender identities in popular media, including film, television, and literature. It seeks to understand how these representations influence societal perceptions and individual self-concept.

Exploring the role of music in identity construction, this session examines how genres and musical movements reflect and shape cultural identities. It also considers the impact of music on social movements and collective action.

This track investigates the relationship between consumer culture and identity formation, focusing on how branding and marketing influence self-perception and social status. It aims to uncover the implications of consumer choices on identity in a globalized world.

This session engages with cultural studies theories to analyze the complexities of identity in various cultural contexts. It encourages interdisciplinary dialogue on how cultural artifacts shape and reflect identity.

Focusing on contemporary social movements, this track examines how identity politics play a crucial role in mobilization and advocacy. It seeks to understand the intersection of identity with issues of power, representation, and resistance.

This session delves into the role of narrative in shaping personal and collective identities. It explores how storytelling across different mediums informs our understanding of self and community.

This track analyzes the portrayal of identity in film, considering how cinematic narratives reflect and challenge societal norms. It aims to explore the impact of film on audience perceptions of identity.

This session focuses on the role of creative expression in exploring and articulating identity. It examines various artistic practices and their capacity to convey complex identity narratives.

Investigating the mechanisms of social influence, this track explores how societal expectations and peer interactions shape individual identities. It aims to uncover the psychological and cultural factors that drive identity formation in social contexts.