International Law, Politics, and Remembrance Conference: 30th Anniversary of the Srebrenica Genocide
Conference Theme: International Law, Politics, and Remembrance Conference: 30th Anniversary of the Srebrenica Genocide
July 8, 2025 – Skopje, North Macedonia
Call for Papers
The year 2025 marks the 30th anniversary of two pivotal events that have shaped the modern history of Bosnia and Herzegovina and the broader Balkan region: the Srebrenica Genocide and the Dayton Peace Agreement. Recognized as the most brutal atrocity in Europe since World War II, the Srebrenica Genocide reflects the profound challenges related to international law, politics, and memory in post-conflict societies. In July 1995, more than 8,000 Bosniak men and boys were systematically killed by Bosnian Serb forces in Srebrenica—a town designated a “safe area” by the United Nations. This massacre starkly exposed the international community’s failure to prevent genocide.
To commemorate the 30th anniversary of the Srebrenica Genocide, a remembrance event will be held to bring together legal scholars, political scientists, historians, sociologists, human rights advocates, and memory studies experts.
Submission Link: https://forms.gle/cVw3ucszeKKkn8BR7
Conference Objectives
- Analyze the role and limitations of international law in addressing genocide and ensuring lasting peace.
- Examine the importance of memory studies in promoting justice, reconciliation, and sustainable peace.
- Provide concrete proposals for preventing future atrocities and strengthening global human rights systems.
Conference Themes
- International Law and Justice: This theme focuses on assessing the role of international legal institutions in prosecuting genocide and war crimes, with a critical analysis of successes, shortcomings, and global implications in the case of Srebrenica.
- Politics and Global Interests: This theme investigates the political reasons behind the delayed international response during the Srebrenica Genocide and explores its effects on the current political and social landscape of Bosnia and Herzegovina.
- Memory, Reconciliation, and Peacebuilding: This theme highlights the significance of preserving the memory of the Srebrenica Genocide for reconciliation and enduring peace. It discusses the role of commemoration, education, and cultural heritage in societal healing.
Submission Guidelines
Abstracts related to any of the above themes are welcomed.
- Abstracts must be no longer than 300 words and submitted by March 20, 2025.
- Submissions must include the title, author’s name, institutional affiliation, and contact details.
- Notification of accepted abstracts will be sent by April 1, 2025.
Participation Fee and Financial Support
There is no registration fee for the conference.
For selected papers, travel and accommodation expenses may be covered based on the review and approval process.
Conference Timeline
- March 20, 2025 – Deadline for abstract submission
- April 1, 2025 – Notification of accepted papers
- June 20, 2025 – Deadline for full paper submissions
- June 30, 2025 – Conference program announcement
- July 8, 2025 – Conference date
- November 2025 – Publication of selected papers
Organizing Committee
- Dr. Sevba Abdula, Balkan Studies Foundation (North Macedonia)
- Assist. Prof. Dr. Hasan Basri Bülbül, Boğaziçi University (Turkey)
- Assoc. Prof. Dr. Bujamin Bela, Mother Teresa University (North Macedonia)
- Assoc. Prof. Dr. Tahir Kılavuz, Marmara University (Turkey)
- Prof. Dr. Mehmet Bulut, Zaim University (Turkey)
- Dr. Sedad Bešlija, University of Sarajevo Institute of History (Bosnia-Herzegovina)
- Hanife Etem, Balkan Studies Foundation (North Macedonia)
- Elif Rushiti, Balkan Studies Foundation (North Macedonia)
Scientific Committee
- Prof. Dr. Ali Emrah Bozbayındır (Turkey)
- Prof. Dr. Admir Mulaosmanovic, Balıkesir University (Bosnia-Herzegovina)
- Prof. Dr. Ahmet Hamdi Topal (Turkey)
- Prof. Dr. Mehmet Hacısalihoğlu (Germany)
- Prof. Dr. Berdal Aral (Turkey)
- Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ali Osman Kuşakçı (Turkey)
- Dr. Polona Florijančič (Slovenia)
- Dr. Luigi Daniele (United Kingdom)
- Dr. Andre Maria Pellicioni (Italy)
- Dr. Jasmin Medić (Bosnia-Herzegovina)
- Dr. Mumaer Džananović (Bosnia-Herzegovina)
- Dr. Hikmet Karčić (Bosnia-Herzegovina)
