About us

Welcome to International Conference on Indigenous Knowledge and Cultural Heritage in Oceania (ICIKCHO-26), the premier conference for students, academicians, researchers, faculties, and industry professionals from around the world. The conference will be held on 4th - 5th September, 2026 in Helsinki, Finland, and will bring together experts and thought leaders from a wide range of fields to share their insights and expertise. Our goal is to provide a platform for discussion, collaboration, and innovation. We believe that by bringing together individuals from different backgrounds and perspectives, we can create new ideas and solutions that will have a positive impact on society.

Important Dates

Wed, Aug 5, 2026
Early Bird Registration
Sat, Aug 15, 2026
Paper Submission
Thu, Aug 20, 2026
Last date of Registration
Fri, Sep 4, 2026
Conference Date

Call For Paper

Cultural tourism and its implications
Cultural diplomacy and international relations
Impact of globalization on indigenous cultures
Community engagement in heritage conservation
Cultural resilience in the face of change
Impact of climate change on cultural heritage
Indigenous governance and self-determination
Art and identity in indigenous communities
Preservation of Indigenous cultural heritage
Indigenous rights and land management
Cultural revitalization initiatives in Oceania
Role of storytelling in cultural transmission
Intergenerational knowledge transfer practices
Language revitalization efforts in Oceania
Cultural appropriation and representation
Education as a tool for cultural preservation
Digital technologies and cultural expression
Legal frameworks for protecting Indigenous cultures
Future challenges for Indigenous heritage
Role of youth in cultural revitalization

The International Conference on Indigenous Knowledge and Cultural Heritage in Oceania invites researchers, academicians, industry professionals, and practitioners to submit original and high-quality research contributions. This global platform is designed for knowledge exchange, innovation, and cross-domain collaboration. Focusing on key research areas such as Oceania Studies, the conference aims to bridge theoretical advancements with real-world applications. It encourages forward-thinking research that addresses contemporary challenges while contributing to long-term scientific and technological progress.

Committee

Organizing Committee

Dr. Shashi Mehta

Assistant Professor

Department of Regional Planning, School of Planning and Architecture, New Delhi, India

Tickets

Conference Fee Structure
In-Person
Paper / Poster Presentation
$489$449
Paper / Poster Presentation with Scopus Publication
$769$719
Paper / Poster Presentation with Scopus Q2/Q3 Publication
$2,189$1,909
Listener
$309$279
Virtual Keynote Speaker Registration
$379$349
Pre-recorded Video Submission
$289$269
Online Presentation-
Online Presentation with Scopus Publication-
Online Presentation with Scopus Q2/Q3 Publication-
Online Listener-
Online
Paper / Poster Presentation-
Paper / Poster Presentation with Scopus Publication-
Paper / Poster Presentation with Scopus Q2/Q3 Publication-
Listener-
Virtual Keynote Speaker Registration-
Pre-recorded Video Submission-
Online Presentation
$309$279
Online Presentation with Scopus Publication
$679$629
Online Presentation with Scopus Q2/Q3 Publication
$1,969$1,689
Online Listener
$189$179

Speakers

Dr. Shashi Mehta

Assistant Professor

Department of Regional Planning, School of Planning and Architecture

Emmauel Nsabimana

Doctorate (PhD)

Tourism, Rwanda Polytechnic - Kitabi Integrated Polytechnic Regional College, Rwanda