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CALL FOR PAPERS
WOMEN AND THE DIVINE
Conference for the Institute of Feminist Theory and Research (www.IFTR.org.uk)
Jointly hosted by University of Liverpool and Liverpool Hope University College
Friday 17 - Sunday 19 June 2005
KEYNOTE SPEAKERS:
* Luce Irigaray (Independent)
* Pamela Sue Anderson (Oxford University)
* Morny Joy (University of Calgary)
* Daphne Hampson (Oxford University)
* Melissa Raphael (University of Gloucestershire)
* Regina Schwartz (Northwestern University)
‘Divinity is what we need to become free,
autonomous, sovereign. No human
subjectivity, no human society has ever been established without the help of the
divine’. Luce Irigaray
This conference will explore the provocative claim that central to the emancipatory aspirations of feminism is reflection upon, and reinterpretation of, notions of ‘the divine’. Because ‘the divine’ is emerging from ‘feminist theology’ as a category of critical thought, this conference aims to provide a stimulating and inclusive forum for interdisciplinary debate on the question of women and the divine. Concerned with the impact of sexual difference on religious and spiritual practices, this conference will offer a chance to explore, articulate and share the personal experiences and reflections of women practitioners from all faiths and denominations. It is anticipated that from this critical appraisal of the divine will emerge a creative approach to questions relating to the body, desire, and subjectivity.
To pursue these fruitful connections between ‘women’ and ‘the divine’ we welcome speakers from all disciplines, as well as spiritual practitioners from all faiths. Abstracts (300 words max.) are invited on a broad range of themes including:
We expect to publish a selection of the papers as part of the Palgrave series in association with the Institute of Feminist Theory and Research. Please send abstracts for a 20 minute paper/ workshop/ guided session or panel (note: we are keen to encourage non-traditional formats) by e-mail or post to:
Dr. Gillian Howie: [log in to unmask] / Department of Philosophy, University of Liverpool, 7 Abercromby Square, Liverpool, L69 3BX
or Dr. J’annine Jobling: [log in to unmask] / Theology and Religious Studies Dept., Liverpool Hope University College, Hope Park, Liverpool, L17 9JD
DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSIONS:
31 MARCH 2005
For general enquiries regarding the conference contact: Patrice Haynes: [log in to unmask]