Dear colleagues, Apologies for cross-posting. The deadline for submitting abstracts for Fourth Annual International CCCS Conference 2016 “Dislocations and Cultural Conflicts: Migrations, Diaspora, Terrorism, Borders” (MDTB) (September 1-3, 2016, Skopje, Republic of Macedonia) is fast approaching. The Conference aims at underlying the different theoretical discourses that approach the subject of migrations from several different aspects, including: the polarization of the world; the threats to peace and security; issues tied to global diversity; socio-economic inequalities; cultural shifts, etc. Fourth Annual International Conference of CCCS 2016: "Dislocations and cultural conflicts, migration, diaspora, terrorism, borders (MDTG)" welcomes the participation of researchers of culture, literature, history, philosophy, art, religion, sociology, media, linguistic, and all interested in the topic. We welcome abstracts pertaining to the theme of the conference, and the broader field of study. The deadline for submissions is 15 March 2016. You are welcome to submit paper abstracts and panel proposals by filling online form: For papers: (http://cultcenter.net/wpgforms/papers-mdtb-2016/ For panels http://cultcenter.net/wpgforms/panels-mdtb-2016/ The Centre for Culture and Cultural Studies web site: http://www.cultcenter.net/ Online Call for Papers: http://cultcenter.net/call-for-papers-and-panel-proposals-dislocations-and-cultural-conflicts-migrations-diaspora-terrorism-borders/ SOME FACTS ABOUT SKOPJE Skopje is the capital and largest city of the Republic of Macedonia. It's located in the north-western part, some 169 km away from the second largest city in Macedonia, Bitola. It lies on both banks on the upper course of the Vardar River and on the meridian passing through the Morava-Vardar Valley. The main Balkan artery, the E-75 motorway, which is being modernized, is in the close vicinity of the city. This road connects Skopje with Belgrade (440 km away) and Solun (Thessaloniki) and the Aegean sea (250 km), namely in the eastern Mediterranean. Skopje is just 490 km away from Athens, about 170 km from Sophia, and 460 km away from Bucharest. Time Zone Central European time (GMT + 1) Climate The climate is modified continental with certain Mediterranean influences Average Temperature (yearly) 13,5°C/56°F Average Temperature (September) 30°C (86°F) to 23°C (73°F) in September Electric current in Macedonia 220 volts, 50 hertz Currency Macedonian denar (MKD) 1 euro = 61.50 denars Hotel rates (singe room with breakfast and wi-fi) per day from 20-25 € Typical prices in Skopje Coffee about 1.1 Euros Beer (in bar) from 1 Euro Wine glass (in bar) from 1.5 Euro Spirits (in bar) from 1 Euro Water 0.5l about 0.5 Euro Season fruits from 0.3 Euros per kg. Breakfast (restaurant) from 2.5 Euros Breakfast (fast food) from 1 Euro Lunch (restaurant) from 4 Euros Lunch (fast food) from 2 Euros Taxi 1.1 Euro start + 0.4 Euros per kilometer Bus up to 0,5 Euros Theatres from 4 Euros Cinemas from 2 Euros 1 min. of Prepaid Mobile Tariff Local (No Discounts or Plans) about 0,1 Euro Meal in fast food: 1 € - 2 € Meal in restaurant: from 4 € Beverages and hot drinks: about 1 € Beer: 1-2 € Coffee: about 1.1 € Taxi: Start 0,7 € + 0,4 € per km. Average trip cost 2-3 € Bus: Ticket per person 0,5 € Bus from Airport: 1,5 € Usual rate for taxi from Airport: 15-20 € More info about Skopje you can find here <http://cultcenter.net/?p=1247#skopje> Dr. Loreta Georgievska - Jakovleva Full professor Saints Cyril and Methodius University of Skopje Institute for Macedonian Literature <http://iml.edu.mk/> http://iml.edu.mk Centre for Culture and Cultural Studies <http://cultcenter.net/> http://cultcenter.net/