The fourth edition of the World Conference for Religious Dialogue and Cooperation, organized by the Center for Intercultural Studies and Research at the Faculty of Philosophy in Skopje, will explore Religion as a Weapon of War: in the Past, Present and Future,

The Conference will be held in Skopje-North Macedonia on June 22-26, 2026 and bring together professors and researchers with expertise in religious studies, sociology of religion, sociology of culture, theology, philosophy of religion, history of religion, psychology of religion, anthropology of religion and other scientific fields.

The connection between religion and war will be discussed in the interdisciplinary, interfaith debate, which will involve the general public, policymakers and religious communities in finding solutions to these challenges.

Key dates

  • Submission of paper proposals (abstracts): April 15, 2026
  • Registration for the Conference: May 15, 2026
  • Final program: June 10, 2026
  • Submission of full papers: October 1, 2026