Paper Submission

Call for Papers

The UNESCO Chair for World Heritage and Sustainable Tourism Management in the Arab Region organizes its first conference:

Opportunities for Heritage
Fostering Innovation, Conservation and Sustainability
German University of Technology in Oman
Muscat, Sultanate of Oman, 24 – 27 February 2024

We are delighted to announce the Call for Abstracts for the First Conference of the UNESCO Chair for World Heritage and Sustainable Tourism Management in the Arab Region. This esteemed conference, hosted at the German University of Technology in Oman, will provide a platform to explore the diverse opportunities that heritage offers in fostering sustainability, conservation, and innovation.

The conference aims to examine the relationship between heritage conservation, tourism and sustainable development, focusing on the pivotal role of technology and innovative solutions in bridging these domains.

In collaboration with the Arab Regional Centre for World Heritage (ARC-WH), this conference seeks to uncover the immense opportunities for innovative conservation and sustainable development for cultural and natural heritage.

We invite scholars, researchers, professionals, practitioners, and students to submit their abstracts for consideration. This is an exceptional opportunity to share your expertise and insights and contribute to shaping the future of heritage and sustainable tourism management.

Types of Submissions

Important Dates

September 1, 2023

Abstract submission deadline

September 1, 2023

September 5, 2023

Abstract acceptance notification

Authors having abstracts accepted should submit a full paper.

September 5, 2023

December 15, 2023

Abstract submission deadline (special extension)

December 15, 2023

December 16, 2023

Abstract acceptance notification

Authors having abstracts accepted should submit a full paper.

December 16, 2023

September 10, 2023

Opening submission of full papers

September 10, 2023

September 15, 2023

Conference registration opens

September 15, 2023

December 15, 2023

End of Early Bird registration

December 15, 2023

December 31, 2023

Full paper submission deadline

December 31, 2023

January 10, 2024

Paper acceptance notification

Authors having papers accepted should register for the conference.
January 10, 2024

February 1, 2024

End of registration

 
February 1, 2024

February 24-27, 2024

Conference dates

All participants should register for the conference.
February 24-27, 2024

How to Submit your Manuscripts

Paper Submission

Abstracts

Abstracts should be written in English and should not exceed 200 words. Please include a clear title, the conference theme that your abstract relates to, and a list of keywords. Include your full name, institutional affiliation (if applicable), contact information, and a brief biography.

You can download our Abstract Template here.

Papers

Authors who got their abstracts accepted, will be invited to submit their full papers here.

Templates

You can download our Abstract Template here.

You can download our Full Paper Template here.

You can download the presentation template here.

You can download the Poster template here.

Publication Opportunities

The conference attendees will collaborate with other academic institutions throughout the world, networks, and educators, as well as policymakers, corporations, youth and communities, to bring a new perspective that will influence the development of existing or new actions and policies driving sustainable development. The presented work is expected to be published in digital format through the following:

  • Special Issue of the Journal of Cultural Heritage Management and Sustainable Development: The special issue will publish selected articles. The Journal for Cultural Heritage and Sustainable Development is a Q1 Scopus indexed journal.
  • Conference proceedings: If accepted by the review committee, papers that have been submitted and presented at the conference will be included in the conference proceedings. 

Organizers