Under the Patronage of His Royal Highness Prince El Hassan bin Talal
The Arab Thought Forum and the Ibn Battuta International Center for Cultural Studies
are pleased to announce the 4th Ibn Battuta Conference:
“Journeys, Crossroads, and Civilizational Encounters: Ibn Battuta in A Changing World”
Amman – Jordan, Sun. & Mon. October 5–6, 2025
This unique event brings together scholars and intellectuals from around the world to reflect on the legacy of the renowned traveler Ibn Battuta, situating his human journey within a global context marked by increased mobility, migration, and the growing complexity of cultural identities.
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Conference Objectives:
• Reconsider travel as a tool for knowledge and civilizational exchange.
• Highlight Ibn Battuta’s role as a symbol of connection between civilizations.
• Encourage studies on movement and cultural interaction in both past and present.
• Explore the role of civilizational encounters in shaping the Arab world and the broader global order.
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Conference Themes:
• Historical and contemporary perspectives on Ibn Battuta’s journeys.
• Intersections between cultures and civilizations in the past and present.
• Mobility and the transmission of knowledge across borders.
• Civilizational dialogue through literature, art, and media.
• The Arab and Islamic world in a global context: Mobility, identity, and belonging in today’s world.
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Submission Guidelines:
• Abstract: Up to 300 words, clearly outlining the paper’s key insights.
• Brief Bio: Maximum 200 words.
• Final Paper: 7,000–10,000 Words (Word format).
• Style Guide: Papers must follow the Chicago Manual of Style.
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Important Deadlines:
• Deadline for Abstract Submission: June 15, 2025
• Notification of Acceptance: June 30, 2025
• Final Deadline for Full Paper Submission: July 30, 2025
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For more details and Registration:
📧 IbnBattuta@atf.org.jo