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January 24, 2008
CfP: Contemporary Polish Migrant Culture, 01/15-18/2009, Germany
"Przychodzi baba do lekarza... a lekarz w Anglii." (Polish joke)
For centuries, migration has been part of Polish history. As recent developments suggest, leaving the home country - be it temporarily or permanently - and seeking a better life abroad is still a common experience for millions of Poles. The migration patterns, however, have undergone a significant change, especially after the fall of the Iron Curtain in 1990: contemporary e/migrants are no longer political fugitives fleeing from the repressions of a totalitarian regime, but people departing voluntarily, encouraged by the freedom of movement granted in a united Europe and the general mobility made possible in a globalized world.
If you are interested in participating in the conference, we would appreciate if you let us know via email by 3 March 2008. Please include a preliminary title of the contribution you would like to make and, if possible, a short abstract of 100 words (please note that all papers should be held in English). We plan to publish a volume based on the results of the conference and will also endeavor to cover the costs for transfer and/or accommodation. Additionally, we hope to gain support from the Polish Consulate in Munich.
Posted by danimia at January 24, 2008 11:46 AM