June 11, 2025, 9:00 am–5:00 pm

University of Denver, Colorado, USA

Deadline: February 1, 2025

Theme: Exploring visual communication’s role in documenting and influencing social change amidst technological and sociopolitical transitions. 

Focus Areas:

Phenomena-oriented: Examining visual representations of events and trends, including the impact of technologies like generative AI on issues such as disinformation and creative expression.

Actor/Agent-oriented: Research on individuals, groups, and organizations creating and engaging with visual content during transitions (e.g., visual storytelling, photojournalism).

Method-oriented: Exploring methodologies for studying visual meaning-making and innovative tools for analysis.

Participation:

Traditional Research: Submit anonymized extended abstracts (1,000 words) by February 1, 2025.

Research Escalator: Submit work-in-progress abstracts (500 words) for mentorship pairing.

Full CfP:

https://cdn.ymaws.com/www.icahdq.org/resource/resmgr/conference/2025/pc-cfp-frames-transition.pdf

Submit abstracts by February 1, 2025: https://bit.ly/4fdwT68

Notifications: March 11, 2025

Co-sponsors: ICA Global Communication and Social Change Division

Registration: $50 (includes lunch and refreshments). Invitation-only participation. Notifications by March 11, 2025.