CGIS 2026 - Virtual


CGIS 2026 is a transdisciplinary event that will bring together national and international scholars, educators, practitioners, students, policy makers, activists, academic institutions, Indigenous organizations, grassroots organizations, governmental and non-governmental organizations. The participants in this conference will be involved in a local and global dialogue and exchange of ideas, research, and experiences on the themes of the event.

Across the globe, ethnic minorities and Indigenous communities have consistently strived to protect their rich cultural heritages and linguistic nuances from the influences of colonial powers, expanding nation-states, and the homogenizing impact of globalization. This collective effort is increasingly recognized, highlighted by the initiation of UNESCO’s “Indigenous Languages Decade” (2022-2032). The imperative acknowledgment is that Indigenous languages, along with the intricate knowledge systems interwoven within them, stand as crucial pillars for preserving both biological and cultural pluralism.

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Call for Proposals

Interested in presenting at CGIS 2026? You can view the 2026 Call for Proposals and learn more about the themes for this year's event here: CGIS 2026 Call for Proposals

Deadline for receipt of proposals is March 31, 2026. We will begin accepting proposal submissions for CGIS 2026 soon. 

Registration

This is a virtual event which will take place entirely online via Zoom. Participants will receive additional information and necessary links upon registration. 
Registration for CGIS 2026 will open soon. 

Registration Costs
Early Bird Registration: $60.00 (Before September 1, 2026)
Standard Registration: $80.00 (September 1 - November 15, 2026)

* Should you require any assistance with the registration process or are unable to pay the full cost to attend, please contact IUCONFS@iu.edu for additional help.