Women and/of the Empire(s): On the 150th Anniversary of Queen Victoria's Proclamation as Empress of India

WOMEN EMPIRE 2026

Date 29-30 October 2026
Location Porto, Portugal
Venue Faculty of Arts and Humanities (Faculdade de Letras)
Format In Person

About this Conference

An international conference exploring the realities and legacies of the Victorian Age, focusing on women's experiences in imperial contexts. The conference examines women's roles, cultural exchanges, and artistic representations across imperial encounters.

Call for Papers

20-minute papers in English are invited on topics related to women, empire, national identity, power dynamics, and imperial experiences. Topics include national identities, women's experiences of empire, literary and artistic representations, and political perspectives on colonialism.

Important Dates

  • Full Paper Submission June 15, 2026
  • Notification June 30, 2026
  • Registration Close September 30, 2026
  • Conference dates 29-30 October 2026

Registration Fees

Type Amount Deadline
Standard €80
Standard Student €40
General Regular €80 Sep 30, 2026
Student Student €40 Sep 30, 2026