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About us

Welcome to International Conference on Indigenous Knowledge and Heritage in Asia (ICIKHA-26), the premier conference for students, academicians, researchers, faculties, and industry professionals from around the world. The conference will be held on 28th - 29th July, 2026 in Durban, South Africa, 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. Whether you're a student looking to learn from the best and brightest in your field, an academician seeking to share your research with a wider audience, or an industry professional looking to stay up-to-date with the latest trends and technologies, you'll find something to inspire and challenge you at our conference.

Important Dates

Sun, Jun 28, 2026
Early Bird Registration
Wed, Jul 8, 2026
Paper Submission
Mon, Jul 13, 2026
Last date of Registration
Tue, Jul 28, 2026
Conference Date

Paper Submission

Research Paper Submission Tracks

Cultural heritage and identity preservation
Indigenous activism and social movements
Indigenous knowledge systems in Asia
Role of elders in knowledge transmission
Traditional ecological knowledge and sustainability
Indigenous rights and social justice
Impact of modernization on indigenous cultures
Cultural expressions in indigenous communities
Indigenous languages and their preservation
Health practices in indigenous cultures
Art and storytelling in indigenous traditions
Community-led conservation efforts
Indigenous perspectives on land and resources
Education and indigenous knowledge integration
Cultural resilience in the face of change
Indigenous youth and cultural identity
Policy frameworks for indigenous rights
Cultural diplomacy and indigenous representation
Challenges in documenting indigenous knowledge
Intergenerational knowledge sharing

Call for Papers Description

The International Conference on Indigenous Knowledge and Heritage in Asia 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 Asian 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

Conference 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
$416$382
Paper / Poster Presentation with Scopus Publication
$654$611
Paper / Poster Presentation with Scopus Q2/Q3 Publication
$1,861$1,623
Listener
$263$237
Virtual Keynote Speaker Registration
$322$297
Pre-recorded Video Submission
$246$229
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
$263$237
Online Presentation with Scopus Publication
$577$535
Online Presentation with Scopus Q2/Q3 Publication
$1,674$1,436
Online Listener
$161$152

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