Symposium

ISMER 2025: International Symposium on Media Education and Research

Sustainable Narratives: Media’s Role in Driving SDGs Action

Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham-Kochi Campus is happy to welcome you to ISMER 2025 -International Symposium on Media Education & Research from 20th  - 22nd March 2025.  

The Department of Visual Media and Communication, School of Arts, Humanities, and Commerce, Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham-Kohi Campus, welcomes you to the 4th International Symposium on Media Education and Research ISMER 2025 on the theme “Sustainable Narratives: Media’s Role in Driving SDGs Action” from March 25th–27th, 2025.

Background

ISMER has a legacy of impactful discussions, with the previous editions exploring themes such as inclusive communication, cross-border media engagement, and innovations in media practices. ISMER 2024, for instance, emphasized inclusivity and technological advancements, setting the stage for groundbreaking ideas on media's societal role. Building on this foundation, ISMER 2025 takes a step further by aligning its discussions with the SDGs, ensuring a global outlook on the media's role in addressing social, economic, and environmental challenges.

Objectives

1. To explore innovative media strategies for achieving the SDGs, including quality education, gender equality, climate action, and sustainable communities.

2. To examine the role of digital platforms, AI, and emerging technologies in driving social change and empowering marginalized communities.

3. To foster interdisciplinary collaborations among researchers, educators, policymakers, and industry practitioners.

4. To discuss ethical considerations and challenges in media practices for sustainable development.

Key Focus Areas

1. Media and Education: Enhancing quality education (SDG 4) through digital literacy and accessible communication platforms.

2. Climate Action and Environmental Advocacy: Exploring the role of media in promoting SDG 13 (Climate Action) and environmental sustainability.

3. Gender Equality and Social Inclusion: Addressing media's role in advocating for SDG 5 (Gender Equality) and inclusive representation.

4. Technology and Innovation in Media: The integration of AI and other emerging technologies for driving SDG-focused campaigns.

5. Community Engagement: Strategies for leveraging media to empower local and global communities for sustainable development.

Event Highlights

• Keynote Sessions: By leading global experts in media, sustainability, and technology.

• Panel Discussions: On topics like media’s role in climate action, gender inclusivity, and ethical journalism.

• Paper Presentations: Featuring research on media's role in achieving SDGs.

• Workshops: Hands-on sessions on leveraging AI and digital tools for effective communication strategies.

• Networking Opportunities: For collaborations among academia, industry, and policymakers.

Expected Outcomes

1. Insights into innovative practices and strategies in media for advancing SDG objectives.

2. Establishing frameworks for collaboration between academia, industry, and non-governmental organizations.

3. Enhancing awareness of ethical and inclusive media practices for global development.

4. Contributing to scholarly research on the intersection of media and SDGs.

Target Audience

• Academicians and researchers in media and communication studies.

• Media professionals and industry leaders.

• Policymakers and SDG advocates.

• Students and emerging scholars.

• Representatives from NGOs and international organizations.

 To shape the conference into a valuable forum, we invite paper and book chapter submissions from prospective authors and industry experts.