THEME OF THE CONFERENCE

Fear of the unknown has become the root cause of the many international conflicts our world is currently experiencing. This fear creates a lack of respect and tolerance to our unique differences.

Traveling provides an opportunity to create peace. As one of the history’s greatest world traveler, Ibn Battuta has shared the many cultures he has discovered, enlightening us with history, geography and inspirational stories.

Like him, today’s globetrotters can work toward strengthening the wonders of our cultural diversities and embracing our differences. Thus the theme for this year’s second edition of International Festival of Ibn Battuta is entitled, “Travelers, the Ambassadors of Peace.”

The event is an initiative of the civil society, mostly of individuals coming from the areas of arts and culture, travel and world literature. Conferences will be held from 9-12 of November 2017, where we will feature selected papers covering the theme of the conference


CALL FOR PAPERS

Peace is possible because of TRAVEL. In line with the above, the Moroccan Association of Ibn Battuta is pleased to invite authors, students, bloggers, geographers, travel editors and professionals having an interest in Travel to submit original papers, researches, case studies on themes listed below.


Possible topics include but are not limited to:

• Living the Legacy of Ibn Battuta Today
• How Travel Changed the World
• Travel with a Purpose
• How to become an Ambassador of Peace
• Multicultural understanding
• Harnessing the Power of Internet to Spread Peace
• Travel and Social Media


IMPORTANT DATES

Deadline of Submission : 10 August 2017
Acceptance Notification : 7 days after submission
Conference Dates : 9-12 November 2017


SUBMISSION FORMAT AND GUIDELINE

All submitted papers must be written in excellent English, French, Arabic or Spanish language and contain only original work, which has not been published. Papers must not exceed 25 pages with at least 11pt fonts.

Organizers may or may not publish submitted papers.


ABOUT THE ORGANIZER

The Moroccan Association of Ibn Battuta has been established to promote awareness of the legacy of Ibn Battuta and the tribute he rightfully deserves. It also seeks to support the region as a cultural tourism destination.

Writers are also encouraged to participate in other activities presented during the festival which will take place on 9-12 November 2017 at the city of Tangier in the Kingdom of Morocco.

For any inquiries regarding the program, visit our official website at https://ibnbattuta.ma/

We look forward to seeing you at this much-awaited travel event.

Sincerely,
Mohamed Dekkak