Crisis, Trust, and Change: Understanding Social Values in Uncertain Times

Crisis, Trust, and Change: Understanding Social Values in Uncertain Times

Time: Friday, June 20th, 2025

Location: Bogazici University, South Campus, Kriton Curi Room/ALH

The Sociology Data Lab (SDL) at Boğaziçi University invites submissions to our upcoming conference, Crisis, Trust, and Change: Understanding Social Values in Uncertain Times. This event, organized as part of the Turkish Social Values Study 2024 (TSVS 2024), offers a unique opportunity for scholars to present original research and contribute to an in-depth exploration of the evolving social and socioeconomic landscape that is fundamentally (re)shaping contemporary society - in Turkey and beyond.

We particularly encourage submissions that employ quantitative methods to examine themes such as: 

- Family and Gender: Shifting gender roles, fertility intentions, and changing family structures.  

-Trust in Institutions and Conspiracy Beliefs: Factors influencing belief in conspiracy theories and their societal implications. 

-Migration and Social Attitudes: Public perceptions of immigration, integration policies, and attitudes toward diversity.  

-Health and Science: Public trust in science, changing health behaviors, and the impact of misinformation.  

-Environmental Concerns and Climate Attitudes: Perceptions of climate change, sustainability practices, and policy responses  

-Technology and Society: Trust in technology, perceptions of artificial intelligence and conspiracy beliefs

Abstract Submission Deadline (250-300 words): April 30th, 2025

Selected participants will be part of face-to-face sessions with 3-5 presentations, with each speaker allotted around 15 minutes for their presentation, followed by a Q&A. The abstract and presentation language is expected to be in English. This conference offers an opportunity to engage with researchers working on similar topics, exchange ideas, and contribute to an ongoing dialogue on value changes. * 

For more information about SDL: https://sdl.bogazici.edu.tr/ 

For more information about TSVS 2024: https://sdl.bogazici.edu.tr/turkish-social-values-study-tsvs 

*Unfortunately, we are unable to provide financial support for participation.