International Conference on Work, Labor, and Cultural Anthropology - (ICWLCA-26)
16th - 17th December, 2026 | Chicago, USA
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This conference contributes to global sustainability by aligning its research discussions and academic sessions with key United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. It fosters knowledge exchange, innovation, and collaborative engagement.
SDG 1 — No Poverty
SDG 3 — Good Health and Well-being
SDG 5 — Gender Equality
SDG 8 — Decent Work and Economic Growth
SDG 9 — Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
SDG 10 — Reduced Inequalities
SDG 11 — Sustainable Cities and Communities
SDG 12 — Responsible Consumption and Production
SDG 16 — Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
This track explores the transformations in labor practices and employment structures resulting from globalization. It aims to analyze how these changes affect workers' rights, job security, and economic stability across diverse cultural contexts.
This session focuses on the interplay between migration and identity formation within various cultural frameworks. Participants will examine how migrant experiences shape and are shaped by cultural narratives and social structures.
This track investigates the intersections of gender and labor, highlighting the persistent inequalities faced by women and gender minorities in the workplace. It seeks to understand the cultural and structural factors that perpetuate these disparities.
This session delves into the cultural ramifications of industrialization on communities and social relations. Participants will discuss how industrial practices reshape cultural identities and community dynamics.
This track examines the influence of workplace culture on employee satisfaction, productivity, and mental health. It aims to uncover the anthropological dimensions of organizational behavior and its implications for work-life balance.
This session addresses the complex relationships between class structures and power dynamics in labor relations. Participants will explore how class influences access to resources, opportunities, and social mobility.
This track analyzes the relationship between economic systems and cultural practices across different societies. It seeks to understand how economic paradigms shape cultural identities and social interactions.
This session focuses on the role of labor movements in driving social change and advocating for workers' rights. Participants will discuss historical and contemporary case studies that illustrate the impact of collective action.
This track investigates contemporary trends in employment, including gig economies and remote work, through an anthropological lens. It aims to identify the challenges and opportunities these trends present for workers and communities.
This session explores the implications of technological advancements and automation on the future of work from a cultural anthropological perspective. Participants will discuss how these changes may redefine labor and cultural values.
This track examines the various forms of inequality that persist in the global labor market, including wage disparities and access to employment. It seeks to understand the cultural and structural factors that contribute to these inequalities.