Fourteenth Annual ASMEA Conference

November 13 - 15, 2021 | Washington, D.C.

Join us for our Fourteenth Annual Conference in Washington, D.C. As in previous years, we will host a dynamic group of academics, scholars, and policymakers from around the globe. Presentations on scholarly topics from Middle Eastern and African studies, and related disciplines will be showcased.

Check out our Call for Papers and 2021 Grant Programs below!

Call for Papers | Research Grant | Travel Grant

Registration Information

Early bird rates are available until September 30, 2021. After this date, regular rates apply. Please contact us for special discounted rates for undergraduate student groups.

 
  Early Bird Rate Regular Rate
Full Member $95.00 $115.00
Student Member $65.00 $85.00
Non-member $220.00 $220.00

*Conference fees are nonrefundable

Register for the 2021 Conference

 

 

Call for Papers and Panels

Scholars from any discipline, tenured or non-tenured faculty, or those otherwise affiliated with a recognized research institution, may submit proposals to present at the Fourteenth Annual ASMEA Conference. Unique proposals from senior graduate students (ABD) also are welcome. Proposals on topics related to the Middle East and Africa should consist of a one-page summary of new and unpublished research. A recent C.V. with all contact data also must be included with name, e-mail, phone number, and affiliation.

The deadline to submit a paper or panel proposal is May 15, 2021.

Submit a Proposal

 

Research Grant Opportunities

To stimulate new and diverse lines of discourse about the Middle East and Africa, ASMEA’s Research Grants Program supports research on topics that deserve greater attention. Grants of up to $2500 will be awarded. 

Scholars from any discipline, tenured or non-tenured faculty, or those otherwise affiliated with a recognized research institution, may submit proposals to present at the Fourteenth Annual ASMEA Conference. Unique proposals from senior graduate students (ABD) also are welcome. Proposals on topics related to the Middle East and Africa should consist of a one-page summary of new and unpublished research. 

The deadline to submit is April 30, 2021.

Learn more and apply here

 

Travel Grant Opportunities

The ASMEA Travel Grant Program provides funds primarily to Ph.D. students, post-Docs, and junior faculty studying the Middle East or Africa interested in presenting their research at the Annual ASMEA Conference. Funds provided through this program may be used to cover any expenses associated with attending the Annual ASMEA Conference in Washington, D.C. Grants of up to $750 will be awarded.

The deadline to submit is April 30, 2021.

Learn more and apply here.