Look Before You Jump

We invite submissions for the annual meeting of the Society for Philosophy in the Contemporary World, to be held July 22–24, 2027 at The Dubois Center at UNC Charlotte Center City in Charlotte, North Carolina. Of particular interest are papers that engage with this year’s theme: Look Before You Jump. However, we also welcome and encourage papers on any topic related to philosophy in the contemporary world, broadly construed.

SPCW seeks to provide a forum for new areas of research in philosophy, and we aim to build a community of scholars who provide supportive feedback and constructive criticism. We welcome papers on all topics, from any philosophical tradition. SPCW is especially interested in supporting individuals from historically underrepresented and marginalized backgrounds, as well as anyone working to expand the scope and quality of philosophical discourses.

Alongside traditional papers, SPCW welcomes spoken word, script readings, performances, and other formats that invite philosophical reflection. We encourage participation by graduate students, independent and nontraditional philosophers, and colleagues from other disciplines. Undergraduate submissions are welcome, with limited presentation places and faculty mentor approval, as specified in the call for papers.

Please consult the linked call for papers for the theme, suggested topics, and submission instructions. Participants should plan to arrive July 21, 2027 and depart July 25, 2027. Registration and logistical information will be posted at https://spcw.org/annual-conference.