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SUMMARY:Interdisciplinary Two-Day Conference on Enforced Disappearances
DESCRIPTION:3–4 November 2025\, University of Cyprus \nThe research project DISACT\, funded by the European Research Council (ERC\, Grant Agreement No. 101086935) and based at the Department of Social and Political Sciences of the University of Cyprus\, is organising an Interdisciplinary Conference on Enforced Disappearances\, to be held on 3–4 November 2025. \nThe conference is an international\, interdisciplinary\, and cultural event dedicated to exploring the historical roots and the legal\, political\, and forensic dimensions of the issue of missing persons. \nEnforced disappearances refer to the deliberate abduction of individuals by state or non-state armed actors during periods of political violence—such as authoritarian regimes\, civil wars\, or armed conflicts. This crime functions as an instrument of political control and intimidation\, not only during the conflict itself but also through the silence that follows. Perpetrators often conceal traces and remains\, leaving families in prolonged anguish and uncertainty. \nThis experience is deeply familiar to Cyprus\, where the trauma of the missing remains etched in the collective memory. At the same time\, the phenomenon continues to evolve globally\, as authoritarian regimes cooperate and carry out disappearances even beyond their national borders. \nThe DISACT project investigates the historical origins and underlying logic of enforced disappearances: when and by whom the practice was “invented\,” how it spread internationally\, and why specific victims are targeted. It also examines how societies and victims transition from violence to justice and peace through comparative analyses (Cyprus – Latin America) and the use of modern forensic methods. \n\nThematic Sessions\nThe conference sessions will focus on: \n\n\nThe historical origins of the crime and the logic of victim targeting (3/11\, 11:00–13:00) \n\n\nMechanisms of transitional justice and reparation (3/11\, 14:30–16:30) \n\n\nThe role and limits of legal frameworks (4/11\, 09:00–11:00) \n\n\nForensic identification of victims through comparative approaches in Northern Ireland and Cyprus (4/11\, 11:30–13:30) \n\n\n\nPublic Debate\nA public debate will take place as part of the conference on the theme: \n“Legal Activism and Engagement with the Violent Past”\, \nwith speakers Achilleas Demetriades and Professor Kieran McEvoy (Queen’s University Belfast)\,moderated by Professor Natasa Mavronicola (University of Birmingham). \n🕕 Monday\, 3 November 2025 | 18:00–20:00📍 Building “Anastasios G. Leventis”\, Room B108 \n\nDocumentary Screening and Art Installation\nThe programme will conclude with a screening of the internationally acclaimed documentary “Hold Still”\, followed by a discussion with the filmmakers (4/11\, 16:00–18:00)\, as well as an art installation dedicated to the missing persons. \n\nVenue\nThe conference — except for the debate — will take place at theStelios Ioannou Learning Resource Centre – Library (LRC 014)\, University of Cyprus. \n\nParticipation\nParticipation is free of charge\, but pre-registration is required via the online form:🔗 https://forms.gle/3yQJ93yGc8Rn8Aux5 \nAs places are limited\, registrations will be accepted on a first-come\, first-served basis. Remaining participants will be placed on a waiting list. \n📧 vasileiou.elpida@ucy.ac.cy🌐 disacterc.com
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SUMMARY:Interdisciplinary Workshop on Enforced Disappearances (3–4 November 2025\, UCY)
DESCRIPTION:We are excited to announce our first public interdisciplinary workshop on enforced disappearances. The event brings together leading voices from law\, political science\, sociology\, history\, forensics\, and art to explore how societies confront disappearance\, memory\, and justice—with cases from Northern Ireland\, Libya\, Kurdistan\, and Cyprus. \nDates: 3–4 November 2025\nVenue: University of Cyprus — LRC 014 & Leventis B108\nCost: Free (please register in advance for catering)\nRegister here \n\nThe schedule in short\nMonday\, 3 November — LRC 014 (except evening debate)\n11:00–13:00 · Historical and Political Perspectives\nChair: Dr. Aphrodite Papachristodoulou\nSpeakers: Dr. Alexandros Zachariades\, Prof. Gerasimos Tsourapas\, Dr. Bahar Baser\, Dr. Nikandros Ioannidis\nRoom: LRC 014\nIn brief: Colonial legacies\, origins of the crime\, and the logics of targeting—key cases that shaped practice and scholarship. \n14:30–16:30 · Dealing with the Past & Transitional Justice\nChair: Dr. Iosif Kovras\nSpeakers: Prof. Charis Psaltis\, Prof. Neophytos Loizides\, Prof. Cheryl Lawther\, Prof. Nicos Trimikliniotis\nRoom: LRC 014\nIn brief: Mechanisms of transitional justice—truth-seeking\, reparations\, institutional reform—addressing victimhood\, accountability\, and human rights in contexts of disappearance. \n18:00–20:00 · In Conversation: Lawyers Confronting the Past (Public Debate)\nModerator: Prof. Natasa Mavronicola\nDiscussants: Mr. Achilleas Demetriades\, Prof. Kieran McEvoy\nRoom: Leventis B108\nIn brief: Legal activism in deeply divided societies—how law engages with truth\, accountability\, and reconciliation (comparative insights from Cyprus\, Northern Ireland\, and beyond). \n\nTuesday\, 4 November — LRC 014\n09:00–11:00 · Legal Perspectives\nChair: Dr. Aris Constantinides\nSpeakers: Prof. Natasa Mavronicola\, Ms. Natasa Iacovou\, Dr. Nikolas Kyriacou\, Dr. Nasia Hadjigeorgiou\nRoom: LRC 014\nIn brief: Domestic and international responses to enforced disappearance—pursuing accountability\, the role of legal frameworks\, and the limits/pitfalls of legalism. \n11:30–13:30 · Forensic Perspectives\nChair: Dr. Nikandros Ioannidis\nSpeakers: Prof. Geoff Knupffer; Dr. Melanie Klinkner & Ms. Emily Fisher; Ms. Maria Mikellide; Ms. Gulbanu Zorba & Ms. Theodora Eleftheriou\nRoom: LRC 014\nIn brief: Forensic identification and its ethical/practical challenges; comparative applications in post-conflict and divided societies (e.g.\, Northern Ireland\, Cyprus). \n14:30–15:30 · ERC Funding Opportunities\nLead: Mr. Benjamin Pelletier (ERC Scientific Officer)\nWith: UCY Research & Innovation Support Service and ERC PIs (Q&A)\nRoom: LRC 014\nIn brief: What’s new at the ERC\, practical guidance on proposal development & submission\, and support available at UCY—open Q&A. \n16:00–18:00 · Documentary Screening & Q&A — Hold Still\nWith: Dr. Noemi Levy-Aksu\, Dr. Zerrin Özlem Biner\nRoom: LRC 014\nIn brief: A Kurdish lawyer fights for justice alongside families of the disappeared (1995). Screening followed by Q&A with contributors. \n\nMore details about our speakers will be posted soon.\nWe look forward to welcoming you to UCY for two days of dialogue\, evidence\, and collective learning. \n Register here \nIf you have any questions about the event\, feel free to reach out at vasileiou.elpida@ucy.ac.cy. \nSource: https://disacterc.com/2025/10/interdisciplinary-workshop-on-enforced-disappearances-3-4-november-2025-ucy/
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SUMMARY:AI Month 2025: EUC Hosts a Series of Events on Artificial Intelligence
DESCRIPTION:European University Cyprus has designated November 2025 as “Artificial Intelligence” (AI) month to inform\, raise awareness\, provoke thought and dialogue\, and encourage the active participation of the university community (academics\, students\, and administrative staff)\, researchers\, educators\, students\, the business and professionals’ community\, policy-making groups\, and the broader public. Throughout the month\, lectures\, keynote speeches\, presentations\, workshops\, and roundtable discussions will be held with the participation of researchers\, experts\, and professionals in the field of AI. The activities will focus on both technological advancements and the social\, ethical\, and educational implications of AI\, enhancing the understanding of its potential as well as the challenges it entails. \n\n\nDate: Nov 03 2025 – Dec 03 2025\n\n\n\n\nTime: 10:00 am – 13:00 pm\nFor the full list of Events\, information and registration\, please visit the EUC’s website.
URL:https://eoc.org.cy/event/ai-month-2025-euc-hosts-a-series-of-events-on-artificial-intelligence/
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