30th International FILLM Congress

Victoria University - Melbourne December 2026

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The 30th FILLM Congress Website Is Now Live!

We are excited to announce that the official website for the 30th Congress of the International Federation for Modern Languages and Literatures (FILLM) is now open! Explore all the latest information about the Congress, including key dates, the venue at Victoria University (Melbourne), and details on how to participate.

Visit the website here: https://www.vu.edu.au/30th-FILLM-congress

Stay tuned for updates and get ready to join us 8–11 December 2026 in Narrm, Australia.

The theme for this highly anticipated event is "Talking Country", which will focus on the deep connections between language, literature, and the concept of place. "Talking Country" invites discussions on how languages and literatures engage with landscapes, cultures, and identities, particularly through the lens of Indigenous perspectives and their understanding of country, belonging, and storytelling.

This congress will provide an exciting platform for scholars from across the globe to come together and exchange ideas on topics such as place-making, multilingualism, cultural narratives, and the role of literature in shaping communities.

2nd Call for Proposals:

“Talking Country”

The 30th FILLM Congress is now accepting proposals for presentations, panels, and workshops under the theme Talking Country.

This on-country Congress will take place 8–11 December 2026 at Victoria University (Melbourne, Australia) and will explore languages, literatures, and cultures in dialogue with country and place, Indigenous and multicultural perspectives, and decolonial approaches.

We invite submissions for:

Individual papers (18 minutes)
Panel sessions (85 minutes)
Academic skills workshops (85 minutes)

Submit your proposal by 31 May 2026 via our conference portal:

https://www.vu.edu.au/30th-FILLM-congress

Join us in shaping a global conversation on languages, literatures, and cultures on-country.

Call for Applications: CIPSH Chairs Programme

FILLM is pleased to share the announcement of the CIPSH Chairs Programme, an initiative of the International Council for Philosophy and Human Sciences (CIPSH). This prestigious programme aims to strengthen global research networks in the humanities and to highlight the vital role of humanistic scholarship in contemporary society.

CIPSH Chairs bring together established research centres around a shared thematic focus, led by a designated chairholder and supported by a team of associates within the host institution and, ideally, partner institutions in other countries. Interdisciplinary approaches are especially encouraged. Each chair is appointed for an initial period of five years, with the possibility of renewal following a positive evaluation.

The programme complements existing initiatives such as the UNESCO Chairs, while offering its own distinctive emphasis on the humanities and their international visibility.

Applications are open until March 31, 2026 (5:00 pm CET). Selection results will be announced by July 31, 2026, and newly appointed chairs will be inaugurated from August 1, 2026.

Researchers and institutions interested in advancing collaborative, cross‑border humanities scholarship are warmly invited to apply.

30th International FILLM Congress -Melbourne 2026

We are delighted to share that the 30th International Congress of FILLM will be hosted by the Australasian Universities Languages and Literature Association (AULLA) at Victoria University in Melbourne, Australia, from 8th to 11th December 2026.

We invite scholars, researchers, and enthusiasts in linguistics and literature to mark their calendars and prepare to contribute to the Call for Papers, which will be announced soon. Stay tuned for updates on registration, submissions, and program details.

We look forward to welcoming you to Melbourne in 2026 for a memorable gathering of global minds and meaningful discussions. Let’s talk country together!

FILLM Executive Board Meeting – July 2025

On 13 July 2025, the Executive Board of the Fédération Internationale des Langues et Littératures Modernes (FILLM) gathered virtually via Zoom for an energizing and collaborative meeting. Academics representing every continent took part in the exchange, reaffirming FILLM’s core commitment to global dialogue and scholarly inclusivity.

United in diversity, the Committee reviewed recent developments and outlined strategic plans for the months ahead. A major highlight was the progress toward the FILLM Congress, set to take place in Australia in December 2026. Preparations are well underway, promising a vibrant international forum for language and literature scholars worldwide.

In addition to Congress planning, the Committee discussed several exciting initiatives aimed at strengthening engagement within the federation, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration, and expanding FILLM’s visibility and impact.

Stay tuned for announcements and event updates as FILLM continues to grow its global network and promote the study of modern languages and literatures through innovation, community, and shared purpose.

Join Us in Celebrating CIPSH@75!

FILLM is thrilled to announce a special symposium at the University of Ghana on January 30 2025, celebrating 75 years of CIPSH and the exciting launch of the CIPSH Chair in Linguistics and Biodiversity.

This hybrid event offers a unique opportunity to explore the vital connections between language and biodiversity with thought leaders from around the world. Join us in person or virtually to be part of this groundbreaking conversation!

Date: January 30

Location: University of Ghana & Online

We can’t wait to welcome you, whether in beautiful Ghana or from the comfort of your home, to this magnificent event!

#CIPSH75 #LinguisticsAndBiodiversity #FILLM #GlobalSymposium #HybridEvent

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Events, Publications and Call for Papers

2nd Call for Proposals: “Talking Country”

The 30th FILLM Congress is now accepting proposals for presentations, panels, and workshops under the theme Talking Country. This on-country Congress will take place 8–11 December 2026 at Victoria University (Melbourne, Australia) and will explore languages, literatures, and cultures in dialogue with country and place, Indigenous and multicultural perspectives, and decolonial approaches.

We invite submissions for:

Individual papers (18 minutes)
Panel sessions (85 minutes)
Academic skills workshops (85 minutes)

Submit your proposal by 31 May 2026 via our conference portal: https://www.vu.edu.au/30th-FILLM-congress

Join us in shaping a global conversation on languages, literatures, and cultures on-country.

Call for Papers: The Inaugural International Women’s Writing Association Conference.

Call for Papers from our members of ESSE – The Inaugural International Women’s Writing Association Conference.

Host and dates: The International Women’s Writing Association (IWWA) | 17-19 June 2026.
Deadline for submissions: 17April 2026.

Venue details: Falmouth University, Cornwall, UK

This interdisciplinary and cross-period conference welcome discussions on literature and art; films and television; poetry and prose; theories and histories; the popular and the literary; screen and script; the digital and the historical; the canon and the bestseller; games and song; creative non-fiction and the factual; life-writing and biographies, alongside other forms of transnational cultural production.

For more information please visit: https://womenswritingassociation.com/

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