2025 Workshops
About
The Gulf Studies Symposium (GSS) stands as an annual gathering committed to advancing the depth of knowledge about the Gulf region. Our overarching mission revolves around the promotion of high-caliber scholarship and the facilitation of insightful analysis. We achieve this by meticulously orchestrating a series of workshops, with the ultimate aim of bringing forth publications that contribute to the academic discourse on the Gulf.
Our approach to achieving comprehensive discourse is characterized by a deliberate pursuit of diversity among our participants. We actively seek the engagement of a broad spectrum of experts, meticulously curating a blend of both emerging talents and esteemed, established scholars. This intentional balance in our selection process ensures a rich and multifaceted exploration of the Gulf region, fostering a dynamic exchange of ideas and perspectives.
Program
GSS is organized in partnership between Gulf International Forum and Georgetown University's Center for Contemporary Arab Studies. Throughout the two-day symposium, workshop chairs and presenters will meet in Georgetown Univeristy campus in Washington D.C. Important dates:
Learn
Explore and deepen your understanding of the Gulf region and workshop topics.
Publish
Seize the perfect opportunity to publish your research and scholarly work alongside prominent experts on the Gulf region.
Network
Connect with emerging and established experts on the Gulf region and expand your professional network.
Transform
Join a diverse group of experts dedicated to transforming and enhancing the understanding of the Gulf region.
2025 Workshops
Foreign Policies of Gulf States
Global Mediators: The GCC States' Evolving Strategy in Mediation and Diplomacy
Economy and Innovation
Youth and Innovation: Catalyzing Social Transformation and National Visions in the Gulf States
Economy and Innovation
Regulatory Frameworks of AI, Big Data, and Emerging Technology in the Gulf States
Geopolitics
Solutions to the Middle East Conflicts: The Roles of Gulf States and Global Powers
Geopolitics
Iran-Israel Rivalry: Impact on the Gulf Region and GCC Countries’ Policies and Strategies
Geopolitics
Beyond Investment and Security: the GCC-Turkey Relations
Energy Policy
Gulf Strategies for Energy Transition
Foreign Policies of Gulf States
Gulf Foreign Policies in Flux: Drivers, Developments, and Trends
Society and Culture
Navigating Change: Gender Roles and the Evolution of Social Contracts in the GCC
U.S.-Gulf Policy
The United States and the Gulf in an Era of Global Power Shifts
Politics and Governance
Public Opinion Analysis in the Arab World: Understanding Societies and Shaping Public Policy
Politics and Governance
Critical Perspectives on Social, Political and Cultural Dynamics in the Arab Gulf States
2025 Workshop Chairs
Guidelines
Workshop directors and paper presenters must diligently follow our guidelines at every stage of the GSS process, ensuring high-quality contributions and a seamless experience.
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