KEDIRI, INDONESIA – Universitas Nusantara PGRI (UNP) Kediri is set to become a focal point for international academic discourse as it hosts The 1st CIVITAS (Conference on International Visions, Innovation, and Transformative Action for Society). This high-profile event, organized by the Pancasila and Civic Education Study Program, will take place on June 27, 2026, at the Cakrawala Mandala Nusantara Hall.
The conference carries a strategic mission under the theme: “Cultural Heritage as Strategic Pillar of National Sovereignty: Advancing Legal Certainty, Citizenship Education, and Peace Journalism in ASEAN.” It aims to bridge the gap between traditional values and modern legal frameworks to secure national identity in a globalized era.
A Multilateral Exchange of Expertise
The plenary session will feature a distinguished assembly of keynote speakers representing diverse nations and academic backgrounds. The Rector of UNP Kediri, Dr. Zainal Afandi, M.Pd., will deliver the opening speech, followed by expert presentations from:
Prof. Madya. Dr. Afifuddin Husairi bin Hussain (Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia)
Dr. Naser Ali Abdulghani Idress (University of Benghazi, Libya)
Dr. Agus Widodo, M.Pd. (Universitas Nusantara PGRI Kediri, Indonesia)
Tuan Haji Rosli bin Haji Nor (ICOMOS Malaysia)
Mr. Husasan Tayeh (Wartani Press, Thailand)
Research Dissemination and Global Impact
CIVITAS 2026 provides a robust platform for researchers, academicians, and practitioners to present their latest findings. The conference encompasses a wide array of disciplines, including Law, Education, Socio-Cultural Studies, Politics, Heritage, Journalism, Economy, and Artificial Intelligence.
The organizing committee emphasizes the high standards of publication for this event. All accepted papers will be published in Google Scholar-indexed proceedings and ISBN-registered book chapters. Furthermore, selected articles will receive a mentoring pathway for submission to SINTA 2, 3, 4 journals or Scopus indexed publications.
Important Deadlines and Registration
The committee invites all interested parties to adhere to the following schedule:
Abstract Submission: April 27 to June 19, 2026
Earlybird Payment: May 1 to May 29, 2026
Full Paper Submission & Regular Payment: June 1 to June 24, 2026
Conference Day: June 27, 2026
Submissions and template downloads are accessible via the official portal at ttps://s.id/CIVITAS2026.
This conference marks a significant milestone in UNP Kediri’s commitment to fostering international collaboration and contributing transformative solutions to global societal challenges.
Contact Information:
Secretariat of Pancasila and Civic Education, UNP Kediri
Jl. K.H. Ahmad Dahlan No. 76, Kediri, Indonesia
Website: ppkn.unpkediri.ac.id/civitas/
Inquiries: +62 82312452689 (Izhar Hafni)
