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Endangered Fieldwork A joint seminar with the Association of Social Anthropologists and the Royal Anthropological Institute. CALL FOR PAPERS Deadline: 1 December 2019 Date of event: 19 March 2020 The traditional model of long-term fieldwork, at the heart of social anthropological practice for much of the twentieth century, appears to be endangered. It is increasingly difficult to gain fieldwork permission in many countries where anthropologists have formerly worked. Doubts surround the viability of participant observation in the light of regulatory frameworks, frameworks that may appear to demand compulsory open access of fieldwork data, and knowing the questions in advance that will be asked by the fieldworker. Furthermore, some areas of the world are simply dangerous in a physical sense. Is it feasible to overcome such challenges? How can institutions authorise researchers at whatever stage of their careers if conditions in the field are very uncertain? What kind of methodological revisions might we consider when adjusting our own practice to take into account changing conditions? The RAI, in conjunction with the ASA, invites papers from those who would like to discuss these topics, which remain relevant and pressing, even if increasingly a matter of comment and debate. Abstracts, which should include a title and be approximately 150 words, may address the topic from any point of view, and may include descriptions of difficulties encountered, reflections on existing approaches or reflections which have been held concerning this problem, as well as suggestions as to the best way forward in the future. It would be most helpful to receive abstract proposals by 1 December 2019, so as to allow those attending to plan ahead. The seminar will take place at the RAI's rooms in 50 Fitzroy Street. There is no conference fee, and refreshments will be provided on the day. Abstracts should be sent to [log in to unmask], as should any informal inquiries. David Shankland, Director, RAI Nigel Rapport, Chair, ASA Royal Anthropological Institute 50 Fitzroy Street London W1T 5BT Telephone: +44 (0)20 7387 0455 Fax: +44 (0)20 7388 8817 Anthropology & Geography: Dialogues Past, Present and Future 4-7 June 2020, British Museum / RGS / SOAS https://www.therai.org.uk/conferences/anthropology-and-geography Follow us on Twitter @RoyalAnthro<https://twitter.com/royalanthro?lang=en> Follow us on Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/royalanthro/> Disclaimer The information contained in this communication from the sender is confidential. It is intended solely for use by the recipient and others authorized to receive it. If you are not the recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, distribution or taking action in relation of the contents of this information is strictly prohibited and may be unlawful. This email has been scanned for viruses and malware, and may have been automatically archived by Mimecast Ltd, an innovator in Software as a Service (SaaS) for business. Providing a safer and more useful place for your human generated data. Specializing in; Security, archiving and compliance. To find out more visit the Mimecast website. ************************************************************* * Anthropology-Matters Mailing List * http://www.anthropologymatters.com * * A postgraduate project comprising online journal, * * online discussions, teaching and research resources * * and international contacts directory. * * To join this list or to look at the archived previous * * messages visit: * * https://www.jiscmail.ac.uk/Anthropology-Matters * * If you have ALREADY subscribed: to send a message to all * * those currently subscribed to the list,just send mail to: * * [log in to unmask] * * * * Enjoyed the mailing list? Why not join the new * * CONTACTS SECTION @ www.anthropologymatters.com * * an international directory of anthropology researchers * To unsubscribe please click here: https://www.jiscmail.ac.uk/cgi-bin/webadmin?SUBED1=ANTHROPOLOGY-MATTERS&A=1 ***************************************************************