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We are living in a time when crises no longer arrive in isolation, but accumulate and reinforce one another. Climate change disrupts the rhythms of life, digital technologies accelerate and blur the boundaries of humanity, while social and religious polarization intensifies across regions. In such a moment, a fundamental question resurfaces: who holds the authority to imagine the future? The answers often point to states, markets, and global elites. Yet, quietly—often overlooked—another set of actors is at work within everyday spaces: women. From households to communities, from educational spaces to social movements, they are not merely surviving crises but actively shaping new ways of living. It is within this context that ICAS 2026 becomes significant—not as justContinue Reading

Assalamu’alaikum warahmatullahi wabarakatuh. With gratitude, the organizing committee of The 2nd International Conference on ‘Aisyiyah Studies (ICAS) 2026 is pleased to announce the results of the abstract selection process, which has undergone rigorous academic and administrative review. Based on the evaluation, a number of abstracts have been successfully accepted and are eligible to proceed to the next stage of ICAS 2026. We warmly congratulate all authors whose abstracts have been accepted. The selected works demonstrate significant contributions to the development of ‘Aisyiyah studies, particularly in the areas of women’s leadership, Islamic thought, social transformation, health, economy, digitalization, and sustainability. For ease of identification and alphabetical arrangement of participants’ names, academic titles and degrees have been omitted inContinue Reading

Prof. Siti Syamsiyatun, Chair of the Research and Development Institute of ‘Aisyiyah (LPPA) of the Central Board of ‘Aisyiyah and one of the initiators of ICAS 2026, expresses great enthusiasm for the organization of the International Conference on ‘Aisyiyah Studies. She explains that LPPA PP ‘Aisyiyah is honored to host ICAS 2026 as a global academic forum dedicated to examining the intellectual, social, and historical contributions of ‘Aisyiyah. According to her, for more than a century ‘Aisyiyah has been actively transforming communities through education, healthcare, social advocacy, and women’s empowerment. However, she acknowledges that much of this transformative work has not yet been fully documented or discussed within international academic discourse. ICAS 2026 is therefore envisioned asContinue Reading

Dr. Askuri, Head of The ‘Aisyiyah Center at Universitas ‘Aisyiyah Yogyakarta and one of the initiators of ICAS 2026, emphasizes that the conference represents more than an academic gathering; it is a strategic intellectual platform for shaping the future of progressive Muslim women’s leadership. According to him, ICAS 2026 is designed to bring together scholars, activists, and institutional leaders from around the world to reflect on the historical legacy of ‘Aisyiyah while simultaneously imagining new pathways for social transformation in the face of global challenges. He notes that contemporary civilization is confronted by interconnected crises—ranging from social polarization and inequality to ecological degradation and technological disruption. In this context, movements rooted in ethical values and community empowerment,Continue Reading

Below is a detailed explanation of the Important Dates (Timeline) for ICAS 2026: Call for Papers Launch – February 2026 This marks the official opening of the Call for Papers. During this phase, the conference theme, sub-themes, submission guidelines, and participation procedures are publicly announced through official platforms. The launch serves as the starting point for engaging scholars, researchers, activists, and institutional networks at both national and international levels. It provides sufficient time for prospective contributors to prepare their abstracts and align their research with the conference’s overarching theme. Abstract Submission Deadline – 31 March 2026 This is the final date for submitting research abstracts. Participants are required to submit a concise summary outlining their research objectives,Continue Reading

ICAS 2026 is designed to bring together a diverse and strategically interconnected group of participants, each contributing distinct perspectives to the broader conversation on progressive Muslim women’s leadership and sustainable civilization. Academics, researchers, and students (domestic and international) This group forms the intellectual backbone of the conference. Academics and researchers contribute theoretical frameworks, empirical findings, and critical analyses that deepen understanding of ‘Aisyiyah, gender justice, Islamic thought, and sustainability. Graduate and undergraduate students represent the next generation of scholars and leaders; their participation ensures intellectual regeneration and future research continuity. The inclusion of both domestic and international participants strengthens comparative dialogue, allowing ideas to travel across contexts and enriching discussions with diverse methodological and cultural perspectives. LeadersContinue Reading