Open Call for Papers

Confero, Latin meaning “bring or collect together, gather; unite, join” is an interdisciplinary, double-blind peer-reviewed, open access journal focusing on issues relating to education and social criticism. The journal is hosted by the publisher Linköping University Electronic Press at Linköping University, Sweden. The journal, which is indexed in the Norwegian list and DOAJ, provides a space for essayistic writing and encourages discussions, especially of philosophical and political concern. Confero welcomes articles/essays that are not only stringent and systematic but also beautiful, esoteric, and profound.

We welcome submissions of essays that deal with issues related to the broad scope of the journal i.e. education and social critique. Contributions from scholars with various disciplinary backgrounds are welcome to debate issues in relation to educational systems and politics, as well as everyday experiences of the different practices of education. Confero publishes essays related to education written from various academic traditions, for example, gender studies, literature, history, social psychology and sociology. Previous publications include themes such as the positionality of children and youth within educational contexts and research, critical perspectives on measurability in education, power asymmetries in different educational settings and arenas, school bullying, queer studies of education, and the role of education amid current global challenges.

Contributions to this open call for papers may be inspired by but should not be limited to these topics. Submissions do not have to be focused on the Scandinavian context, and contributions from authors around the globe are welcomed. Submissions are welcome at any time.

Kindly,

The Confero Editorial Team