International Conference on

Identity in Communication and Media Studies (ICICMS-27)

29th – 30th Jan 2027 | Riyadh, Saudi Arabia | Hybrid Mode
Proudly organized by the : Institute for Global Academic Excellence (IGAE)

Conference Session Tracks

SDG Wheel

Aligned with

UN Sustainable Development Goals

This conference contributes to global sustainability by aligning its research discussions and academic sessions with key United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. It fosters knowledge exchange, innovation, and collaborative engagement.

SDG 4
SDG 4 Quality Education
SDG 9
SDG 9 Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
SDG 10
SDG 10 Reduced Inequalities
SDG 16
SDG 16 Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
SDG 17
SDG 17 Partnerships for the Goals
Track 01

Identity Construction in Digital Spaces

This track explores how digital media platforms facilitate the construction and negotiation of identity. It examines the interplay between user-generated content and the formation of personal and collective identities in online environments.

Track 02

Narrative Analysis of Identity in Media

Focusing on narrative structures, this track investigates how stories in various media shape and reflect identities. It aims to uncover the mechanisms through which narratives influence audience perceptions and self-identification.

Track 03

Cultural Representations and Identity Politics

This session addresses the representation of diverse identities in media and its implications for identity politics. It critically analyzes how media portrayals can reinforce or challenge societal norms and power dynamics.

Track 04

Media Literacy and Identity Awareness

This track emphasizes the importance of media literacy in fostering critical awareness of identity representation in media. It explores educational approaches that empower audiences to analyze and question media narratives related to identity.

Track 05

Social Media and Identity Performance

This session examines the performative aspects of identity on social media platforms. It considers how users curate their identities through digital interactions and the implications for self-representation and authenticity.

Track 06

Global Perspectives on Identity in Communication

This track invites contributions that explore identity from a global standpoint, highlighting cross-cultural differences and similarities in communication practices. It seeks to understand how globalization impacts identity formation and expression.

Track 07

Critical Theory and Media Ethics in Identity Representation

This session applies critical theory to examine ethical considerations surrounding identity representation in media. It encourages discussions on the responsibilities of media producers in portraying identities fairly and accurately.

Track 08

Audience Studies and Identity Negotiation

Focusing on audience engagement, this track investigates how different audiences negotiate their identities in response to media content. It explores the role of audience interpretation in shaping identity narratives.

Track 09

Social Influence and Identity Dynamics

This session explores the relationship between social influence and identity dynamics in media contexts. It examines how media messages and peer interactions contribute to identity formation and transformation.

Track 10

Communication Theory and Identity Frameworks

This track delves into communication theories that inform our understanding of identity. It seeks to bridge theoretical perspectives with practical implications for studying identity in various media contexts.

Track 11

Emerging Technologies and Identity in Media

This session investigates the impact of emerging technologies on identity representation and communication. It considers how innovations such as virtual reality and artificial intelligence are reshaping our understanding of identity in media.

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