International Society for Military Ethics

Conference theme:  "Irregular Warfare Ethics"
Conference dates: 4-5 June 2026, with optional operational immersion opportunities hosted by the US Army 7th Special Forces Group from 6-8 June 2026 
Location: Destin–Fort Walton Beach, FL
Conference Venue and Hotel:  TBA

Focus areas for this year’s conference are:

1. Technology in Irregular Warfare: Exploring the integration and ethical use of emerging technologies such as drones, autonomous systems, and AI.
2. Command and Leadership in Irregular Warfare: Developing effective leadership and decision-making frameworks for contested environments.
3. Thresholds and Ambiguity in Irregular Conflict and Warfare: Addressing ethical and legal challenges in the "gray zone" between peace and war.
4. Civil-Military Relations and Partner Force Dynamics: Navigating ethical dilemmas when working with partner forces or irregular actors.
5. The Human Terrain and Civilian Impacts: Mitigating harm to civilians and addressing societal impacts in irregular warfare.

Additional conference details will be published as they become available.