International Conference on the 60th Anniversary of the International Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Racial Discrimination (ICERD)
The year 2025 marks the 60th anniversary of a pivotal milestone in the global fight against racism: on December 21, 1965, the United Nations adopted the International Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Racial Discrimination (ICERD), a landmark treaty aimed at combating racial prejudice and advancing human rights.
The adoption of the Convention followed complex and often contentious debates among states, international institutions, and civil society actors. Against the backdrop of ICERD’s 60th anniversary, this international symposium will bring together scholars to reflect on the history and legacy of the Convention. We also welcome papers addressing broader questions related to anti-racist and anti-antisemitism activism, as well as the evolving role of international law, diplomacy, and civil society in confronting racial and ethnic hatred.
Submission Guidelines
We invite scholars to submit proposals for 20-minute presentations. Please send an abstract of up to 350 words, along with a short bio (up to one page), by January 15, 2026, to Dr. Tom Eshed at tom.eshed@mail.huji.ac.il. The event will take place in person at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem. Participants will be provided with single-occupancy accommodation in Jerusalem for the duration of the event. Economy-class flight expenses will be reimbursed, subject to budgetary considerations.
For further inquiries, please contact Dr. Eshed at the email address above.