Dive into the Big Thinking lineup and an opportunity to amplify your research!
Join us for the 94th annual Congress of the Humanities and Social Sciences!
Hosted by George Brown College from May 30 - June 6, 2025.
Your guide to Congress 2025.
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Reframing togetherness
Introducing this year's theme: Reframing togetherness. Explore the theme. Explore the theme
Big Thinking.
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Environments of togetherness: Collaborating at the climate crossroads
At a pivotal moment for the climate, how does Indigenous leadership offer collaborative pathways for rethinking our relationship with and responsibilities to the environment, thus guiding our efforts towards equitable, sustainable, and innovative solutions? This Big Thinking panel will centre Indigenous approaches for addressing the crisis, through climate activism and sustainable energy, rooted in land back movements, decolonization, and energy literacy. Setting forth diverse models of togetherness, panelists will examine how visionary climate approaches informed by Indigenous ways of knowing can drive systemic change and foster collective action that addresses the climate crisis in personally, societally, culturally, and politically healthy ways.
Date: June 2, 12:15 – 13:15
Care of togetherness: From social isolation to collective well-being
In an era of climate crises, humanitarian disasters, and rapid technological change, how can togetherness move us from social isolation and increasing polarization to collective well-being? This Big Thinking panel will explore the role of research, knowledge-sharing, and community building in strengthening social resilience and resistance. Panelists will share insights for diverse knowledge dissemination for community and societal impact, offering both fundamental and applied approaches to deepening our care for each other, our communities, and the world—putting into practice actions that foster healthier, more connected societies.
Date: June 3, 17:15 – 18:15
Pedagogies of togetherness: Practices for inclusive learning
How can we foster post-secondary environments that embrace collaborative and accessible approaches to teaching and learning while encouraging more just and responsive educational systems? This Big Thinking panel will explore pedagogies of togetherness, including student-centred teaching practices and the integration of research and community engagement that challenge traditional knowledge hierarchies and transcend institutional divides. Panelists will identify methodologies for inclusion and engagement in education to create step changes across the post-secondary landscape —empowering students, educators, and the wider community to shape a better learning ecosystem for all.
Date: June 4, 12:15 – 13:15
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Media outreach program
Are you presenting research at Congress? Make your work go farther with the Federation’s media outreach program. We connect your work with journalists, expanding your reach beyond academia and bringing your insights to the public. Opt in by May 23 and be part of the Congress story. Learn more
Funding
Discover the Federation's funding programs designed to facilitate association members' participation at Congress. Both the Congress Graduate Merit Award and the Child and Dependent Care Subsidy are open to association members until the submission deadline of April 17. Learn more
Accessibility at Congress.
Ensuring an inclusive Congress for all attendees
The Federation and George Brown College are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free Congress experience for attendees with disabilities and accessibility needs. This year, we are holding accessibility drop-in clinics for organizers to ask questions related to accessibility needs for their attendees. At Congress, you will also find Accessibility Help Desks in the Registration area at the Waterfront and St. James campuses during Congress to support attendees with special requests or mobility assistance. Stay tuned as full accessibility guidance and resources will be available in the coming weeks.
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