25th International Conference on Diversity in Organizations, Communities and Nations, University of Nicosia, Cyprus

CALL FOR PAPERS https://ondiversity.com/2025-conference Place: University of Nicosia, Nicosia, Cyprus and Online Format: A mix of live, pre-recorded, and in person (at scale that's allowed) presentations and social interaction spaces. Dates: 11-13 June 2025 -------- SPECIAL FOCUS: Volatility, Uncertainty, Complexity, and Ambiguity: Navigating Intercultural Leadership This conference aims to shed light on the challenges that leaders encounter when navigating cultural differences and identify prospects for creating more inclusive and effective leadership strategies. Intercultural leadership, which emphasizes empathy, cultural intelligence, and adaptability, can mitigate conflicts and misunderstandings that arise from cultural disparities. The conference will delve into the impact of VUCA on leadership paradigms, examining how globalization, technological advancements, and geopolitical shifts further complicate the interplay between cultures. Participants will also analyze intercultural leadership case studies and success stories in diverse industries, illuminating best practices and practical approaches. Discussions will center on empowering leaders to embrace diversity, harness cultural nuances, and foster an inclusive environment that capitalizes on the strengths of a multicultural workforce. Through workshops and interactive sessions, attendees will gain insights, tools, and frameworks to overcome intercultural challenges, leading to more cohesive and adaptive organizations in an ever-changing world. In conclusion, the conference endeavors to stimulate innovative ideas and collaborations, fostering a collective understanding of the significance of intercultural leadership in addressing the VUCA complexities of the modern era. By synergizing expertise from diverse perspectives, participants will contribute to shaping more resilient and visionary leadership models fit for the challenges and prospects of a VUCA world. -------- CONFERENCE THEMES THEME 1: IDENTITY AND BELONGING THEME 2: EDUCATION AND LEARNING IN WORLDS OF DIFFERENCES THEME 3: ORGANIZATIONAL DIVERSITY THEME 4: COMMUNITY DIVERSITY AND GOVERNANCE -------- ABOUT US Founded in 2000, the Diversity in Organizations, Communities and Nations Research Network is brought together by a shared interest in human differences and diversity, and their varied manifestations in organizations, communities, and nations. We aim to traverse a broad terrain, sometimes technically and other times socially oriented, sometimes theoretical and other times practical in their perspective, and sometimes reflecting dispassionate analysis while at other times suggesting interested strategies for action. Our aim is to build an epistemic community where we can make linkages across disciplinary, geographic, and cultural boundaries. As a Research Network, we are defined by our scope and concerns and motivated to build strategies for action framed by our shared themes and tensions. https://ondiversity.com/about -------- RELATED CONFERENCES We also offer related thematic events in our other Research Networks that you might be able to attend in-person. This way we build for our Research Network Members flexible, and at the same time resilient, spaces for communication, engagement, and participation. View other Common Ground Research Networks conferences: https://cgnetworks.org/conferences/conference-calendar Enquiries: support@cgnetworks.org Web address: https://ondiversity.com/2025-conference/call-for-papers Sponsored by: Common Ground Research Networks