A 3 day international conference entitled “Pacifique(S)†will take place at the University of Le Havre in France on the 4th, 5th and 6th of November 2015.This is an inter-disciplinary conference that calls for papers addressing the following broad thematic concerns:OceansHistoriesDiasporaThe conference will coincide with “Pacifique(S) Contemporain†a curatorial project featuring thirteen Maori and Pacific artists in nine gallery and public spaces in Rouen and Le Havre.The exhibitions explore and reconsider relationships between Europe and the Pacific.We are interested in developing dialogue, connections and critical explorations across a range of subjects and disciplinary areas from every country and region of the Pacific.Organizers: Le GRIC (groupe de recherche identités cultures) Université du Havre. Dr. Jacqueline Charles-Rault (Université du Havre) Dr. Caroline Vercoe (The University of Auckland, New Zealand), L’ESADHaR (L’école Supérieur d’Art et Design Le Havre et Rouen) et Le Musée d’Histoire Naturelle, Le Havre.Please send an abstract of up to 250 words if you wish to participate to Dr. Jacqueline Charles-Rault.Email: jacqueline.charles-rault@univ-lehavre.frA publication is envisaged for the selected papers for the conference. Deadline for abstracts: 30th May 2015
12th Pacific Arts Association International Symposium 2016
Auckland, New Zealand
14-17 March 2016
The 12th Pacific Arts Association International Symposium 2016 will be hosted by Auckland Museum in what promises to be a dynamic and engaging symposium that will take place between two iconic Pacific events in Auckland.With Pasifika Festival (11-12 March) and Polyfest (most likely to occur 18-20 March), we encourage you to make the most of this time and consider planning your participation at the 12th Pacific Arts Association International Symposium with one or both of these events in mind.12th Pacific Arts Association International Symposium 14-17 March 2016