The Global South in International Organizations and Beyond: Transformation, Influence, and Empowerment in an Evolving World Politics

We are delighted to announce a call for proposals for the upcoming conference on “The Global South in International Organizations and Beyond: Transformation, Influence, and Empowerment in an Evolving World Politics.”

The event aims to create a vibrant platform where scholars, researchers, experts and policymakers from various disciplines and professional backgrounds can come together to engage in enriching discussions and develop fresh perspectives on the Global South’s impact on the world policy arena, particularly through its engagement with international organizations.

Context and Objectives

International organizations play a crucial role in shaping global governance and tackling the complex challenges confronted by the international community. Historically, these organizations have been largely dominated by the Global North; however, recent years have witnessed a significant shift with the growing influence and participation of the Global South. Comprising a diverse group of countries across Africa, Eurasia, Lain America and the Caribbean, the Middle East and North Africa, South/Southeast Asia and the Pacific, the Global South has undergone a substantial transformation that not only has altered their internal dynamics, but also has had a profound impact on international relations and their role in the functioning of global governance mechanisms. The Global South has emerged as an important force in shaping global politics, challenging existing asymmetries in international power dynamics and advocating for the interests of developing countries. The primary objective of this conference is to explore the transformative potential of the Global South within international organizations and beyond. Specifically, it seeks to analyze how these countries collectively and individually pursue their interests; structure, influence and reshape international organizations; the extent to which they influence decision-making processes; and how they interact with other member states in addressing emerging global issues and contributing to global governance. By exploring these aspects, the conference aims to deepen understanding of the evolving role of the Global South in international organizations and its impact on the broader global landscape.

Full details of the Call for Proposals and conference topics can be found at the following website: https://www.isanet.org/Conferences/GSCIS-Bangkok-2023/Call

The extended deadline for abstract submission is 6 August 2023.