32nd The World Congress of the International Association Philosophy of Law and Social Philosophy
28 June - 3 July 2026
Congress Venue: Kadir Has University, Istanbul/Türkiye
MAIN THEME: LAW IN THE FACE OF THE CHANGING PROBLEMS OF THE WORLD
We propose to organize the IVR Congress 2026 with the aim of deepening the relationship between law and philosophy in the face of the complex problems of today’s world. In our times, the task of philosophical thought is not only to identify problems, but also to examine their origins and possible solutions from an ethical perspective. Similarly, law must develop new approaches to the protection of human rights and the realization of justice today.
First, we must ask what role law can play in addressing the urgent problems of our times such as climate crisis, poverty, migration, and the various conflicts. These issues are not only technical or political, but also ethical. Legal systems must approach these challenges from a perspective that places at the center human dignity.
Second, we have to rethink the legal framework needed to protect human rights in a globalized world. Human rights are ethical principles based on the knowledge of the value of the human being. The law must develop universal mechanisms that can protect these rights in different cultural and social contexts.
Third, the impact of technological developments on human life and society requires philosophical inquiry beyond legal regulation. Artificial intelligence and digital technologies force us to reevaluate fundamental values such as human autonomy, privacy, and freedom. Our congress will provide a platform to discuss the impact of these technological changes on the basic concepts of law.
Finally, the theme “Law in the Face of the Changing Problems of the World ” emphasizes the critical and constructive role of legal thought. Law should not only react to existing problems, but also provide guiding principles for a more just and humane world order.
By bringing together academics, legal practitioners and philosophers from a variety of disciplines, this congress aims to contribute to an in-depth reflection on how law can be more effective in the face of the changing problems of the world.
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