About the Opportunity:
The Socio-Legal Studies Association (SLSA) invites applications for its Postgraduate Conference 2026, to be held at the Centre of Law and Society, Cardiff University, on 8–9 January 2026.
This annual event is designed for PhD researchers in their first or second year working within the socio-legal field. It offers an invaluable platform to share research, gain feedback, and build academic and professional networks in an encouraging environment.
Eligibility:
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Open to postgraduate (PhD) researchers in their first or second year of socio-legal studies.
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Applicants from any university or socio-legal research background are welcome.
What to Expect:
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Expert-led sessions on supervision, ethics, publishing, and academic careers.
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Short 5-minute research presentations with constructive feedback.
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Opportunities to network with peers and senior socio-legal scholars.
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A supportive and collaborative environment for early-stage researchers.
Funding and Costs:
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Free participation — the SLSA covers accommodation (1 night), conference meals, and registration.
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Attendees will only need to cover their travel costs.
How to Apply:
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Registration opens on 14 November 2025 at 12 noon via the SLSA website (link in the comments section of the original post).
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Only 50 delegate spots are available, on a first-come, first-served basis.
Contact:
For queries, reach out via email:
📧 slsapgrep@gmail.com
or contact the PGR Representatives directly:
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Diksha Sanyal (diksha.sanyal.23@ucl.ac.uk)
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Camilo Cornejo (c.cornejomartinez@lancaster.ac.uk)
This is a must-attend event for early-stage socio-legal scholars looking to refine their research, receive feedback, and connect with the broader academic community.
