Gulf Studies Center in the College of Arts and Science are going organize an international conference titled ‘Social Change in the Gulf Societies in the 21^st Century’.

The events will analyze the means through which social changes were experienced within Gulf Societies, with a specific focus on the impact of economic transformation, education, social media, migration and the COVID-19 pandemic.

34 international experts from all continents are expected to participate in this event, offering an opportunity to discuss, learn and provide practical solutions for policy interventions.

According to Dr. Mahjoob Zweiri, Gulf Studies Director and professor at Qatar University, “Our annual international conferences have served as a platform for scholars to discuss a variety of topics significant to the Gulf. They have also been an opportunity for people interested in the Gulf region to better understand the economic, political and social dynamics of the region. We hope that this important conference will provide insights into the social transformation in the Gulf region triggered by economic and political changes.”

The conference consisting of ten sessions will focus on the social and cultural dynamics, education, social media, art and urbanization, political crisis, economics, transnational generations, transformation in the Gulf families, the COVID-19 pandemic, and China in the Gulf.

As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, the event will take place through an online platform to accommodate participants from various time zones and foster synchronous learning. The five-day free event is set to take place from November 15 up to November 19 and invites the public to participate.

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