Global Theory Forum
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Global Theory Forum
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London-based, LISS-DTP funded student-led group fostering an academic community for PhD students and ECRs working on political theory and philosophy with global dimensions.
globaltheoryforum@gmail.com
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We are excited to announce that we have four great topics lined up for our Spring Working Groups, beginning on January 29th with Anton Bronfman (Central European University) who is presenting Mystifying Possibilities: Towards a Conceptualization of the Diplomatic Mystique.
Looking forward to another great Global Theory Forum working session TONIGHT at KCL! Join us 5pm at Bush House (S)1.03 to discuss Maja Kantar's work on political subjectivity beyond refusal, with Johan Seibers as discussant - followed, as always, by the pub
February 19, 2026 at 7:33 AM
We are delighted to announce the CfP for our Spring Symposium on 27th April at UCL! More info here - including the link to submit your abstract by 9th March: www.globaltheoryforum.co.uk/spring-sympo...
February 9, 2026 at 11:30 AM
Global Theory Forum's working group sessions return this Thursday at 5pm! Anton Bronfman will present his paper 'Mystifying Possibilities: towards a conceptualization of the diplomatic mystique' with Dr. Alvina Hoffmann from SOAS as discussant. Join us at QMUL Bancroft 1.02.5, followed by the pub!
January 26, 2026 at 5:08 PM
We are excited to announce that we have four great topics lined up for our Spring Working Groups, beginning on January 29th with Anton Bronfman (Central European University) who is presenting Mystifying Possibilities: Towards a Conceptualization of the Diplomatic Mystique.
January 6, 2026 at 11:50 AM
We have extended our Call for Papers for Working Groups till Monday, 15th December: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F.... We encourage submissions by PhD students and ECRs who want a relaxed setting to present in-progress work, and note you just need a presentation, not a complete paper.
Global Theory Forum Spring 2026 Abstract Submission
This form is for submitting your abstract for the Global Theory Forum Working Groups taking place in the Spring term of 2026. Abstracts should be no longer than 250 words. Please submit your abstract ...
docs.google.com
December 11, 2025 at 4:13 AM
Reminder that our Call for Abstract for the Spring Working Group sessions ends soon! Apply here t.co/IkJ7pUJ0Gy by the 8th of December!
November 27, 2025 at 5:21 PM
Thrilled that this Thursday (20.11.) Reyyan Akca will present her paper on "Rethinking Cultural Diplomacy through Museums: The Case of Qatar in Global IR”. Excited to have Dr. Pablo de Orellana as senior discussant.
Drop by at KCL (Bush House SE 1.04) from 5-6:30pm!
November 17, 2025 at 3:16 PM
We’re delighted to announce our CfA for the Spring Working Group sessions, held in person at KCL, QMUL, UCL and Birkbeck!

The series offers a conversational space to share ideas in international political theory — no paper draft required.

Submit here by Dec 8th: shorturl.at/u9xiL
Global Theory Forum Spring 2026 Abstract Submission
This form is for submitting your abstract for the Global Theory Forum Working Groups taking place in the Spring term of 2026. Abstracts should be no longer than 250 words. Please submit your abstract ...
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November 12, 2025 at 5:23 PM
We are delighted to announce a Call for Papers for a special issue and accompanying workshop with the Journal of International Political Theory on Relating Theory and Method in Global Political Contexts. Submit abstracts by November 10th (link below) - share widely!
forms.gle/zDGSnQWoVYzF...
October 13, 2025 at 2:24 PM
We are excited to announce our 2025 Autumn Term Working Group Series! Do make sure you are signed up to our email list (indicated below) to make sure you are up to date with Forum updates and the circulation of the relevant readings prior to each session.
October 10, 2025 at 3:09 PM
We are thrilled to share the CfA for our Autumn term seminar series, in-person at KCL and QMUL.

The series provides dedicated and conversational space forengaging with international political theory, with no requirement for a paper draft.

See full CfA below, and submit here: shorturl.at/gOPlF
July 8, 2025 at 3:12 PM
One week until our Spring Symposium! We look forward to seeing you all there

We are operating a waitlist, so if you are no longer able to come, please cancel your ticket so someone else can come along
April 17, 2025 at 1:19 PM
Our next seminar will be:

Freddie Larden - Funny People: Towards a Theory of Populist Humour

March 20th, in Bancroft 1.01.2, QMUL.

Dr Savvas Voutyras (Bournemouth) will be kindly joining us as a discussant

Please email us for readings and registration!
March 15, 2025 at 4:40 PM
We warmly invite you to our book manuscript workshop with
@jonathanfloyd.bsky.social on his upcoming book. Details in link - but note the deadline for registering (19th March) and that there will also be a masterclass on getting theory into publishing shape!
Global Theory Forum Book Manuscript Workshop
join us for a one-day book workshop dedicated to Prof. Jonathon Floyd's upcoming volume Public Political Philosophy: Methods and Methodology
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March 10, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Global Theory Forum is now on Bluesky! Follow for updates on our monthly seminar series, which provide a dedicated space for those thinking with international political theory to discuss their work, and other events.
March 10, 2025 at 6:58 PM