7th International Conference on

Gender Studies and Sexuality

19 - 21 June 2026 | Amsterdam, Netherlands

Learn more about the 7th International Conference on Gender Studies and Sexuality

The Gender Studies Conference – Learn, Engage, Develop

The topics of gender equality and representation, socio-political and cultural understanding, legislative and social efforts to combat discriminatory practices, the rights of the LGBT community members – there are dozens of subjects that are as important as they are pressing.

ICGSS 2026 will dive into the topics that impact the social fabric of communities worldwide. It will uncover trends, discuss urgent needs, and use the power of the network to brainstorm innovative ideas.

The 7th International Sexuality and Gender Studies Conference is an event that every academic or enthusiast of the discipline must consider attending. So mark your calendar for June 19-21 and make your way to the majestic city of Amsterdam, Netherlands.

Attending the gender studies conferences is not only about presenting, it is also about the community and the people who attend them to hear about the latest research and share their knowledge.

Why Join the International Sexuality and Gender Studies Conference

ICGSS 2026 is not simply an event. It’s a platform that sparks important conversations. It’s a network of scientists, researchers, PhD candidates and graduate students, also followers and enthusiasts who are simply interested in knowing more about gender and sexuality studies. It’s an opportunity to actively participate in shaping the field and bringing it into the future.Here are just a few of the reasons to join the Sexuality and Gender Studies Conference:

Uncover trends, learn unique perspectives, and engage in group discussions.
Present your research, receive feedback from your peers, and get published in prestigious academic journals.
Take the next step in your academic career by identifying new research opportunities and partners.
Join the network of academics and help define the future of the field.
Network with members of non- and for-profit organizations and research institutions.
Discover the beauty of Amsterdam and indulge in the local cuisine.

Who Attends This Sexuality & Gender Studies Conference

The Gender Studies Conference is attended by researchers, scientists, graduate and post-graduate students, as well as representatives of for-profit and non-profit organizations, research institutions, and government agencies. Furthermore, this event is open to everyone interested in Gender/Sexuality studies to celebrate and promote the importance of this topic. You are guaranteed engaging discussions that bring diverse opinions under the common goal of delivering actionable results that move social and legislative efforts forward.

Oral Presentation

Be an oral presenter of the Gender Studies Conferences 2026 and present your research to a truly international audience.

Virtual Presentation

If you can’t attend the gender studies conferences in person but want to share your research with our international community, join as a virtual presenter.

Poster Presentation

Send your research paper to be a poster presenter at the Sexuality Conference 2026 and show your research.

Listener

Join sexuality and gender conference as a listener.

Deadlines

Authors will be notified of Abstract acceptance within 07 to 14 days. The optional full paper submission, including detailed guidelines for publication in Conference Proceedings, peer-reviewed journals, or as a Monograph, will be emailed within a few weeks after the conference.

Abstract submission Deadline: 29 May 2026
Early Bird Registration Deadline: 09 December 2025
Early Registration Deadline: 09 March 2026
Late Registration Deadline: 09 June 2026
Conference Dates: 19 - 21 June 2026

Empowering Equality: Gender Studies Conference 2026

Conference Themes & Topics

The Gender Studies Conferences 2026 will offer cutting-edge scientific and educational content with many sessions on Gender Studies and Sexuality.

Past Speakers

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ICGSS – Bigger Impact, Stronger Network

This is the sixth edition of the gender studies conference. In the last three years, it has grown exponentially in size and reach. ICGSS is undoubtedly becoming a must-attend conference in the field.

Teams of 3+ participants can receive a special discount. Contact us at info@icgss.org to claim it.

09 December 2025

Early Bird Registration Deadline

Authors (Students): €300
Authors (Regular): €340
Listener: €120
Virtual Delegate: €120

Register Now

09 March 2026

Early Registration Deadline

Authors (Students): €340
Authors (Regular): €380
Listener: €140
Virtual Delegate: €140

Register Now

09 June 2026

Late Registration Deadline

Authors (Students): €380
Authors (Regular): €420
Listener: €160
Virtual Delegate: €160

Register Now

Testimonials

I enjoyed the variety of scholarship within a specific topic. I really respected and enjoyed the presentations of my fellow presenters. I also think Romina did a fabulous job of coordinating everything and moderating the presentations.

Christina Hicks-Goldston

The vast spectrum of the audience to connect with and able to exchange our viewpoints were my favorite virtual features. It was easy to navigate as a link for the online platform was shared beforehand.

Sanjana Chakraborty

Zoom link is good. The hosts are very cooperative.

Bholanath Das

The panelists and speakers were informative and insightful. Networking opportunities were excellent.

Salome Grace Thomas

The ability to join the conference remotely, ask questions in the chat box as well as there being time for Q & A were my favorite virtual features.

Sibusiso Mkwananzi

I enjoyed the variety of scholarship within a specific topic. I really respected and enjoyed the presentations of my fellow presenters. I also think Romina did a fabulous job of coordinating everything and moderating the presentations.

Christina Hicks-Goldston

The vast spectrum of the audience to connect with and able to exchange our viewpoints were my favorite virtual features. It was easy to navigate as a link for the online platform was shared beforehand.

Sanjana Chakraborty

Zoom link is good. The hosts are very cooperative.

Bholanath Das

The panelists and speakers were informative and insightful. Networking opportunities were excellent.

Salome Grace Thomas

The ability to join the conference remotely, ask questions in the chat box as well as there being time for Q & A were my favorite virtual features.

Sibusiso Mkwananzi

Academic Sexuality & Gender Conference Proceedings and Publication

The Abstracts of all accepted and registered papers will be published in the Conference Abstract Book with an ISBN Number. Full papers will have publication opportunities in various Indexed International Journals, including SCOPUS, Web of Science, DOAJ, and many more, or as a Book Chapter.

Each Paper will be assigned a Digital Object Identifier (DOI) from Crossref.
The proceedings shall be submitted to Google Scholar for Indexing.
All accepted and registered papers will be published in the Conference Proceedings with ISSN Number.
All registered papers have publication opportunities in various indexed international journals.

Publication Opportunity

Plagiarism Policy & Publication Ethics

The 7th International Sexuality and Gender Studies Conference follows strict anti-plagiarism policies. As such, every submission is checked for plagiarism using Crossref Similarity Check Powered by iThenticate. All articles submitted to the conference first undergo a plagiarism check before being sent to our scientific committee for review. The submission will be automatically rejected at any time if found plagiarized. You can find out more about the iThenticate software here: https://www.crossref.org/services/similarity-check/

The Indian Journal of Gender Studies

ISSN: 0971-5215
Online ISSN: 0973-0672

The Indian Journal of Gender Studies is a peer-reviewed journal. Its objective is to encourage and publish research, analysis and informed discussion on issues relating to gender. Often, contributions challenge existing social attitudes and academic biases that obstruct a holistic understanding of the role of the family, particularly of its women members, community and a wider polity. In recent years, the journal has focused on women in politics, violence as a phenomenon, disability, the social organization of the family, women’s livelihood matters, institutional, legal and policy questions, and motherhood and child care. Journal is included in the following abstracting and indexing databases: Australian Business Deans Council (ABDC), Bibliography of Asian Studies (BAS), SCOPUS, Social Sciences Citation Index (Web of Science), Social Services Abstracts – ProQuest, Studies on Women and Gender Abstracts and many more.

https://journals.sagepub.com/home/ijg

Journal of Language and Sexuality

ISSN 2211-3770
E-ISSN 2211-3789

The Journal of Language and Sexuality aims to present research on the discursive formations of sexuality, including sexual desire, sexual identities, sexual politics and sexuality in diaspora. Of interest is linguistic work in the widest possible sense, including work in sociolinguistics, anthropological linguistics, pragmatics, semantics, discourse analysis, applied linguistics, and other modes of language-centered inquiry that will contribute to the investigation of discourses of sexuality and their linguistic and social consequences. This journal is peer reviewed and indexed in: CNKI Scholar ; Dimensions ; Glottolog ; IBR/IBZ ; Linguistics Abstracts Online ; Linguistics and Language Behavior Abstracts (LLBA) ; MLA International Bibliography ; Scopus.

https://www.benjamins.com/catalog/jls

DISCOVER AMSTERDAM

Amsterdam is not only the capital of the Netherlands, but also one of Europe’s most dynamic and internationally connected cities, sitting at the crossroads of global trade and culture. The Netherlands serves as one of the continent’s most innovative economies and a major player in commerce, technology, logistics, and sustainable development, with Amsterdam recently emerging as a thriving hub for start-ups and creative industries.

It’s a country known for its rich artistic heritage, world-renowned museums, scenic canals, and progressive values. By holding such an influential place in the economic, cultural, and social spheres, the Netherlands – Amsterdam in particular – makes for a compelling study abroad destination.

City Tour

We would also like to offer the participants a one-day city tour free of charge. Great chance for participants to mingle around as well as appreciate the largest and most historical city of Amsterdam with its famous buildings, architecture and rich culture.

Network

Attending International Conference on Gender Studies and Sexuality 2026 will provide an opportunity to network and share thoughts on recent advances with other academics and experts in the same or similar fields.

Invitation Letter

If you require a visa, we advise you to obtain and submit an official Letter of Invitation from the conference organizers to help facilitate the visa process. Please note that Letters of Invitation are only issued to registered and paid/approved delegates.