School of Liberal Arts

International Conference : Jan 2026

International Conference on Exploring the Psychological Impact of Societal Transformation: Challenges and Opportunities

7th –8th January 2026 (Hybrid Mode)

We are living in a period of unprecedented and interconnected societal transformations. Rapid technological shifts—such as AI, automation, and social media—combined with climate change, globalization, evolving work cultures, and changing social norms have created new forms of psychological stress, uncertainty, and adaptation challenges.

This conference seeks to explore these changes through a holistic, systems-oriented lens. It recognizes that psychological well-being is deeply intertwined with technological, environmental, economic, and socio-cultural forces.

The event aims to:

  • Examine how societal transitions shape human cognition, emotion, and behaviour
  • Identify challenges emerging from these shifts
  • Highlight opportunities for resilience, adaptability, and collective flourishing
  • Encourage dialogue across disciplines, including psychology, education, technology, governance, health sciences, and community studies

By fostering scholarly exchange, research dissemination, and collaborative discussions, the conference aspires to advance evidence-based practices that strengthen emotional, cognitive, and community well-being at individual, organizational, and societal levels.