SISP 2026 Congress - Multilateralism Contested
**SISP 2026 Congress – "Multilateralism Contested"** is a professional and academic conference taking place September 3–5, 2026, in Trento, Italy. Participants present research papers and engage in scholarly discussion on topics related to the conference theme. The event brings together academics and professionals to exchange ideas, receive peer feedback, and contribute to ongoing debates within their field.
Why it matters
For students and early-career participants, this congress offers a focused setting to engage with a major contemporary theme in politics: how multilateralism is being challenged, debated, and redefined.
Because the event is in person, it can also be a valuable opportunity to participate directly in academic and professional exchange around a timely international topic.
How to prepare
A strong preparation approach is to build a clear understanding of multilateralism as a concept, including its role in international cooperation, governance, and institutional politics. It may also help to review current debates about the pressures facing multilateral institutions and the arguments different actors make for reform, preservation, or alternatives.
Since committees are not listed, prepare broadly: develop a concise explanation of the theme, identify a few relevant case studies, and be ready to discuss both theoretical and policy dimensions. If you are considering applying, review the call-for-papers page carefully and plan your submission timeline well ahead of the September 2026 dates.