Memories of past violence mark societies over long periods of time, even decades or centuries after the original events. As we commemorate the 30th anniversary of the 1994 genocide against the Tutsi, questions persist about the mechanisms and dynamics of group memories over time, the local and global impact of tragic memories, forms of commemorations, as well as the ethics of remembrance. This conference will explore the complexity of intergenerational memory in the aftermath of mass violence.
Intergenerational memory is broadly understood as the transmission of ideas about the past—through narratives, rituals, everyday habits, and even silences—among societal groups defined by kinship (such as parents and children) or across age cohorts marked by similar formative experiences.
Leading scholars in the field from around the world have accepted invitations to attend the conference. However, we are pleased to offer two additional places to scholars on the basis of this general call for papers
We invite submissions that focus on that relate to Rwanda as well as other cases of mass violence worldwide. We are also open to contributions considering memory dynamics in general and their consequences on intergroup relations. Contributions may come from the arts and humanities, social sciences, as well as community practice.
Please submit the following documents to leung@law.mpg.de by 14 October 2024:
- a short letter of self-introduction and motivation for attending the conference
- a 500-word abstract of your paper
- a short CV
Please note that Max Planck Law cannot cover travel and accommodation expenses for submissions accepted from outside the Max Planck Law network.
Find out more about Max Planck Law Fellow, Professor Valérie Rosoux.