Migration, a Pilgrimage of Hope
International Conference on Migration,Theological and Social Studies
October 21-23, 2025
Pontifical Urbaniana University - Rome
The Scalabrini International Migration Institute (SIMI), in collaboration with the University of Notre Dame, the Klau Institute for Civil and Human Rights, and the Pontifical Urbaniana University, announces the upcoming International Conference on Migration, Theological and Social Studies.
This interdisciplinary event will explore the complex realities of human mobility through theological, social, and ethical lenses. It will bring together scholars, theologians, policymakers, religious leaders, and representatives of migrant communities to foster dialogue and develop concrete responses to today's migration challenges.
Conference Themes Include:
Foundations of Migration Theology
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Migration and Social Ethics
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Intercultural and Interreligious Dialogue
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Biblical and Pastoral Perspectives
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Education and Policy on Migration
Call for Papers – Now Open!
Scholars, doctoral students, practitioners, and activists are invited to submit proposals for one of the seven panel themes. Abstracts (max 300 words) must be sent by September 1, 2025, with notification of acceptance by September 10.
Key Dates:
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Submission Deadline: 1 September 2025
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Conference Dates: 21–23 October 2025
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Location: Pontifical Urbaniana University, Rome
Submit proposals and inquiries to: secretary@simieducation.org
This conference also coincides with the Jubilee of Migrants (5 October 2025), offering a powerful moment o f spiritual reflection and renewal in the broader context of migration.