[Commlist] CFP - Global Communication Association Conference

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*The 16th Annual Global Communication Association Conference*

*www.globalcomassociation.com* <http://www.globalcomassociation.com>**

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*CALL FOR PAPERS*

*/Perspectives on Africa Media and Communication/*

*Durban, South Africa*

*June 10-12, 2020*

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Hosted by the Durban University of Technology and supported by the 
University of Kwazulu-Natal, Mangosuthu University of Technology, and 
University of Zululand, the *Global Communication Association* invites 
you to submit your abstracts for the 16th annual convention to be held 
in Durban, South Africa from June 10 – 12, 2020.

The GCA invites research papers exploring any aspect of issues related 
to the theme of the conference, including the following broad topics:

  * African media and communication methodologies, theories, and
    perspectives
  * Media and their impact on public opinion
  * The evolving modes of teaching and learning
  * New communication technologies, the Internet, and social media
  * Intercultural communication
  * News and information flow

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    *Abstract Submission:*(All submissions should include two separate
    attachments in Word format)

  * A 400-word abstract of the paper or panel proposal should be
    submitted electronically to *Dr.**S.E Usadolo*and *Mr Thabani
    Khumalo*via the following email: (gcaconference /at/ dut.ac.za)

  * All abstract submissions must be received by *February 29,
    2020*, for review and consideration. Acceptance of a paper or panel
    proposal obligates authors to attend the conference and present the
    paper.  The abstract should include research objectives, methodology
    and significance followed by keywords.
  * Poster presentations on topics related to the conference theme are
    also encouraged. Complete panel proposals may be submitted to Dr.
    Yahya R. Kamalipour at (yrkamal /at/ gmail.com) <mailto:(yrkamal /at/ gmail.com)>.
  * Abstracts will be peer-reviewed by at least two scholars.  Authors
    of the abstracts will be notified of acceptance by *March 31, 2020**.*

  * A separate document including the name, academic institution,
    mailing address, phone number, email address, and brief author’s
    profile must be submitted for each author.
  * If accepted, the full-length paper (not to exceed 25-pages excluding
    references and tables) must be submitted by *May 1, 2020.* All
    papers should adhere to /The American Psychological Association/
    (APA) style manual. For details, visit
    https://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/560/05.
  * Where appropriate, put “STUDENT” in the upper right-hand corner of
    the title page; indicate whether the paper comes from a bachelor’s,
    master’s, or doctoral student.

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*CONFERENCE LOCATION (HOTEL AND FACILITIES):*

The conference will take place on the campus of the Durban University of 
Technology <https://www.dut.ac.za/>(DUT).

Special Conference rates will be offered by several hotels in Durban, 
within a 5km radius of the conference venue.

Details of these rates and the hotel links will be provided shortly. 
Delegates are requested to register as early as possible, as Durban is a 
popular tourist destination during this time.


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*Conference Registration Fees:*

  * Standard registrations – early bird: R2500.00 – Register before 20
    February 2020 -Provide proof of payment before 21 February 2020.
  * Standard registrations- normal: R3500.00- Register before 01 May 2020.
  * Postgraduate students- early bird: R1500.00 – Register before 20
    February 2020 – Provide proof of payment before 21 February 2020.
  * Postgraduate students- normal: R2500.00- Register before 01 May 2020.
  * An attractive and favorable package will be offered to all
    participants.Graduate students presenting papers will be given a 50%
    registration discount. A registration link and details of fees and
    payment procedures is attached below:

    *Registration Link: **https://www.dut.ac.za/gca-2020/***

*AIR TRANSPORT*

There are daily flights from major cities around the world to South 
Africa. Some international airlines fly directly to Durban, while others 
fly to Cape Town or Johannesburg, domestic airlines can be used to fly 
to Durban. Emirates and British Airways, Qatar Turkish Airlines fly 
directly to Durban. For details visit 
https://kingshakainternational.co.za/airport/durban-airport/

*GROUND TRANSPORT*

Delegates will be meton arrival at King Shaka International Airport in 
Durban and transported to their hotels or to the conference venue, 
depending on the date of arrival. Shuttles will be provided from the 
hotels to the conference and event venues.

After the conference, shuttles will be provided from the hotels to the 
airport. Links to approved tour agents will be provided if delegates 
wish to tour after or before the conference. Meter taxis and Uber are 
also available and distance from King Shaka Interrnational Airport to 
Durban City is 30 km.

*Questions:*

Please direct any questions to Dr. Yahya R. Kamalipour at 
(yrkamal /at/ gmail.com) <mailto:(yrkamal /at/ gmail.com)>.

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*Important Dates:*

Abstract Submission Deadline

	

February 29, 2020

Acceptance Notification

	

March 31, 2020

Full Length Paper Submission

	

May 01, 2020

Last Date for Early Bird Registration

	

March 15, 2020

Last Date for Registration

	

May 01, 2020

Conference Dates

	

June 10-12, 2020

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For future updates and further details, visit:

www.globalcomassociation.com <http://www.globalcomassociation.com>

*Conference Supporters:*

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