Symposium 2026: Between Research and Activism 

International Conference 

The international symposium “Between Research and Activism: Futures of Music and Minority Studies” will conclude the project of the same name, aiming to shape the future vision of the Music and Minorities Research Center (MMRC) from 2026 onward. Taking place from February 12–14, 2026, this multi-day event will bring together international and local researchers, musicians, activists, community members and the wider public for vibrant presentations, discussions, and exchange. The symposium will evaluate the MMRC’s future mission and explore new synergies and directions rooted in its core principles of engaged research, dialogic knowledge production and critical engagement with power imbalances. This vision will be realised through various formats, including academic papers, discussion panels, activist roundtables, artistic performances and a celebratory closing event.

Programme:
3-Day Programme 
12–14 February 2026
Details tba

Time and date:
Thursday, 12 to Saturday, 14. February 2026

Locations:
mdw – University of Music and Performing Arts Vienna
Fanny-Hensel-Hall
Concert Hall, Future Art Lab
Banquet Hall
Anton-von-Webern-Platz 1, 1030 Vienna

The locations are wheelchair accessible. For questions and support please contact us: mmrc@mdw.ac.at

Supported by the City of Vienna cultural department MA7

+++ Call for Papers +++

Between Research and Activism: Futures of Music and Minority Studies

Submission deadline: 15 July 2025