International Conference on Gender and Narrative Studies (ICGNS - 26)

This track explores the representation of gender in contemporary literary works, focusing on how narratives shape and reflect societal norms. Participants are encouraged to analyze the interplay between gender identity and narrative structure in various texts.

This session invites discussions on the application of feminist theories in literary criticism, examining how these frameworks can unveil hidden power dynamics in texts. Scholars will present analyses that highlight the contributions of feminist thought to understanding literature.

This track investigates how identity is constructed and represented in fictional narratives, with a focus on intersectionality and cultural context. Papers will engage with the complexities of identity formation and its implications for narrative discourse.

This session aims to dissect the use of symbolism in literature as a means of conveying gendered experiences and societal critiques. Participants will analyze how symbols function within narratives to challenge or reinforce gender norms.

This track examines the relationship between cultural narratives and collective memory, emphasizing how gender influences the construction of memory in literature. Contributions will explore how narratives shape cultural identities and historical understanding.

This session focuses on the aesthetic dimensions of gender representation in literary works, considering how form and style interact with content. Scholars will present papers that analyze the aesthetic choices authors make to convey gendered experiences.

This track investigates the dynamics of power relations as they manifest within narrative structures, particularly in relation to gender. Participants are encouraged to explore how narrative techniques can either reinforce or subvert existing power hierarchies.

This session seeks to broaden the discourse on gender narratives by incorporating transnational perspectives and cross-cultural analyses. Papers will address how different cultural contexts shape the narratives surrounding gender and identity.

This track delves into the themes of memory and trauma in literature, focusing on how gender influences the representation of traumatic experiences. Participants will explore narrative strategies that articulate the complexities of memory in relation to gender.

This session examines the role of the reader in interpreting gendered narratives, considering how individual and cultural contexts influence understanding. Contributions will discuss reader-response theories and their implications for gender studies.

This track encourages interdisciplinary dialogue between gender studies, narrative theory, and other fields within the humanities. Scholars are invited to present innovative methodologies that enhance the understanding of gender in narrative contexts.