CFP: The Social Metaphysics Workshop 2027

The 2027 Social Metaphysics Workshop will be held from August 18-20 2027 at Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore MD.

The topic of the workshop is social metaphysics, broadly conceived, and the keynote speakers are Ásta (Duke University), and Brian Epstein (Tufts University).

This workshop is organized by Elanor Taylor (Johns Hopkins University), Kevin Richardson (Duke University), and Asya Passinsky (Central European University in Vienna).

Workshop format: The workshop will be pre-read, apart from the keynotes. Aside from the keynotes, each session will have one speaker and two commentators. All workshop participants will be expected to read the papers in advance of the workshop. The workshop is open to all, but attendees must register by emailing [email protected]

Please note that this workshop will be in-person, so it will not be possible to attend or present online. We will prioritize submissions from graduate students and early-career scholars.

Submission guidelines: If you would like to present a paper at the workshop please submit an abstract of 500-1000 words, prepared for anonymous review, by January 31st 2027 at this site:  https://form.jotform.com/262954278327064

You may also request to comment or just to attend (attendance is open to all, but registration is required) by indicating on the submission site, or by emailing [email protected]