Conferences

Call for bids for hosting the 6th ISA Forum of Sociology in 2029

The Executive Committee of the International Sociological Association (ISA) invites all ISA collective members and public universities to submit bids to host the 6th ISA Forum of Sociology in 2029. Bids should be submitted to the ISA Secretariat by February 15, 2025. All bidders are expected to present their proposals online at the ISA Executive Committee’s annual meeting in the first week of March 2025.

Hosting the ISA Forum of Sociology or the ISA World Congress of Sociology offers a unique opportunity to unite the global community of sociologists in your country, creating a space for ideas, cultures, and perspectives to converge. 

By welcoming participants worldwide, local organizers will significantly contribute to a global dialogue on pressing social issues. This event connects national and international scholars, empowering local researchers, academics, and students to engage directly with leading sociologists and social scientists from all continents. For universities and departments, hosting the Forum provides an exceptional platform for knowledge exchange, collaboration, and visibility on a global stage. It is an opportunity to be at the center of a transformative sociology event and showcase local expertise and academic excellence to a worldwide audience.

National sociological associations, ISA regular collective members, universities, and sociology departments can bid to host an ISA Forum on Sociology. 

While bid initiatives may originate from other institutions (e.g., national or provincial tourist organizations, congress centers, and professional conference organizers), the ISA Executive Committee will only consider them if the National Sociological Association or the proposed hosting university fully supports them. Ensuring an active sociological community in the host country formally committed to organizing the Forum is crucial to a successful bid.

Deadlines

Expressions of interest deadline: February 15, 2025
Proposal presentation online: First week of March 2025
Shortlisted bidders: March 15, 2025
Complete bid proposal from shortlisted bidders: June 6, 2025
Site visits after July 2025
Final decision: December 5, 2025

Additional information

In addition to the information in the call for bids guidelines, the ISA Secretariat can answer queries about the bidding process and offer advice when appropriate. You can contact the ISA Secretariat at isa@isa-sociology.org.