PATRONS AND PARTNERS OF THE ACADEMY
IN THE OCCASION OF THE EX NIHILO ZERO CONFERENCE
PATRONS AND MENTORS OF THE ACADEMY
IN THE OCCASION OF THE LAUNCH EVENT
PATRONS
European Parliament
European Commission
Commissione Nazionale Italiana per l'UNESCO
Assemblée parlementaire de la Méditerranée
Camera dei deputati
Italian Ministry for Education, University and Research
Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation
Consiglio Nazionale delle Ricerche
Consiglio Nazionale Forense
Bologna Municipality
Emilia Romagna Region
Assemblea legislativa dell'Emilia Romagna
PATRONS
European Parliament
Unesco UniTwin
Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation
Italian Ministry for Education, University and Research
Bologna Municipality
Emilia Romagna Region
PARTICIPANTS TO THE LAUNCH EVENT
KEYNOTE SPEAKERS
Francesco Ubertini, Rector of the University of Bologna, Italy
Giuseppe Versaldi, Prefect of the Congregation for Catholic Education, State of Vatican City
Patrizio Bianchi, Regione Emilia Romagna, Italy
Massimo Inguscio, President of the CNR, Italy
Carlos Moedas, European Commisioner for Innovation and Research
Jan Figel’, Special Envoy of the European Commission for Religious Freedom
Stefano Manservisi, DG Devco, European Commission
Annette Schavan, Former Federal Minister of Education and Research, Germany
Igor Kitaev, UNESCO Regional Bureau for Science and Culture in Europe
Kishan Manocha, OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights
Martina Larkin, World Economic Forum, Geneva
Alberto Melloni, Secretary of FSCIRE, Italy
PARTICIPANTS TO THE LAUNCH EVENT
KEYNOTE SPEAKERS
Francesco Ubertini, Rector of the University of Bologna, Italy
Giuseppe Versaldi, Prefect of the Congregation for Catholic Education, State of Vatican City
Patrizio Bianchi, Regione Emilia Romagna, Italy
Massimo Inguscio, President of the CNR, Italy
Carlos Moedas, European Commisioner for Innovation and Research
Jan Figel’, Special Envoy of the European Commission for Religious Freedom
Stefano Manservisi, DG Devco, European Commission
Annette Schavan, Former Federal Minister of Education and Research, Germany
Igor Kitaev, UNESCO Regional Bureau for Science and Culture in Europe
Kishan Manocha, OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights
Martina Larkin, World Economic Forum, Geneva
Alberto Melloni, Secretary of FSCIRE, Italy
OUR LATEST NEWS
Giuseppe Alberigo Award 2019
March 4, 2019
Fscire and Emilia-Romagna Region, together with the European Academy of Religion, are glad to announce the second edition of the Alberigo Award.
Giuseppe Alberigo (1926-2007) was an historian of great magnitude who was able to combine exceptional, exemplary rigour in research and a unique timeliness in the intellectual and theological debate of his time, thereby offering a precious contribution to sowing the seeds of criticism in generations of scholars internationally.
In memory of his fervour and wealth of critical studies, the Region of Emilia-Romagna and the Fondazione per le scienze religiose Giovanni XXIII, to which Alberigo dedicated 54 years of his life, will confere a sum of € 30,000 (Senior Award, € 20,000; Junior Award € 10,000), which will reward scholars engaged in a field of religious science, whether historical, exegetical, theological or other, without any form of limitation concerning the type of study.
Candidacies must be presented by the authors themselves and/or third parties – scholars, centres, journals, editors, associations, academies or departments – provided that they be registered members of the European Academy of Religion (EuARe), by sending a paper or digital copy of their books published within the last three years, or works that have yet to be published, in any field of religious science. Every candidacy must be accompanied by a brief presentation of the particular aspects of the volume or paper, the curriculum vitae of its author(s) and the indication of the category of the Award applied for. Candidacies will be received by July 31st, 2019.
The three finalists in each category will be invited to present a lecture at the annual convention of the European Academy of Religion in 2020, when the President of the Emilia-Romagna Region or his delegate will confer the awards in a special ceremony.
Establishment of the network of European Centers on Religion and Politics
June 16, 2019
Over the past three decades, a significant number of centers for "religion and public life" have emerged in European universities. During the third congress of the European Academy of Religion on March 4 2019, the leaders of some of these centers launched the network of European Centers on Religion and Politics.
This new initiative has two major goals. The first one is to improve communication and to foster inter-disciplinary and comparative approaches on the topic of religion and politics across religious traditions political contexts and historical periods among academic institutions in Europe and beyond. The second one is be a platform to disseminate research findings and projects in order to create a fruitful interactions with media and policy-makers working at the interface of religion and politics.
Belief. An essay by Jocelyne Cesari
February 6, 2020
The Immanent Frame publishes interdisciplinary perspectives on religion, secularism, and the public sphere. Founded in October 2007 in conjunction with the Social Science Research Council’s program on Religion and the Public Sphere, The Immanent Frame features invited contributions and original essays and serves as a forum for ongoing exchanges among leading thinkers from the social sciences and humanities.
We are pleased to share the link to one of the latest contributions: an essay on Belief, by Professor Jocelyne Cesari: https://tif.ssrc.org/2020/01/31/belief-cesari/.
EUROPEAN ACADEMY OF RELIGION EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
EUROPEAN ACADEMY OF RELIGION EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
EUROPEAN ACADEMY OF RELIGION STATUTE
AS APPROVED BY THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY ON JUNE 21, 2017
EUROPEAN ACADEMY OF RELIGION STATUTE
AS APPROVED BY THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY ON JUNE 21, 2017
PARTICIPANTS TO THE LAUNCH EVENT
KEYNOTE SPEAKERS
Francesco Ubertini, Rector of the University of Bologna, Italy
Giuseppe Versaldi, Prefect of the Congregation for Catholic Education, State of Vatican City
Patrizio Bianchi, Regione Emilia Romagna, Italy
Massimo Inguscio, President of the CNR, Italy
Carlos Moedas, European Commisioner for Innovation and Research
Jan Figel’, Special Envoy of the European Commission for Religious Freedom
Stefano Manservisi, DG Devco, European Commission
Annette Schavan, Former Federal Minister of Education and Research, Germany
Igor Kitaev, UNESCO Regional Bureau for Science and Culture in Europe
Kishan Manocha, OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights
Martina Larkin, World Economic Forum, Geneva
Alberto Melloni, Secretary of FSCIRE, Italy
PARTICIPANTS TO THE LAUNCH EVENT
KEYNOTE SPEAKERS
Francesco Ubertini, Rector of the University of Bologna, Italy
Giuseppe Versaldi, Prefect of the Congregation for Catholic Education, State of Vatican City
Patrizio Bianchi, Regione Emilia Romagna, Italy
Massimo Inguscio, President of the CNR, Italy
Carlos Moedas, European Commisioner for Innovation and Research
Jan Figel’, Special Envoy of the European Commission for Religious Freedom
Stefano Manservisi, DG Devco, European Commission
Annette Schavan, Former Federal Minister of Education and Research, Germany
Igor Kitaev, UNESCO Regional Bureau for Science and Culture in Europe
Kishan Manocha, OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights
Martina Larkin, World Economic Forum, Geneva
Alberto Melloni, Secretary of FSCIRE, Italy
SIDE EVENTS
Registration for all side events is now open!
Attendance at side events is reserved for registered participants. For more information on how to register for the conference, visit the Register page.
Each person may book one ticket per side event. Unfortunately, tickets for accompanying persons cannot be provided. We appreciate your understanding.
Social Dinner
Participants of the European Academy of Religion’s Ninth Annual Conference are invited to sign up for the Social Dinner on 2 July, an evening conceived as a highlight of the conference’s social program. The dinner will take place in the evocative Aula Chiesa at Luiss University’s Viale Romania
campus. The buffet-style dinner is limited to approximately 350 participants and available by reservation only. The costs of the dinner are offered at a reduced rate to ensure that the event is as accessible as possible to participants. Early booking is strongly recommended to secure a place at this exclusive event.
When: Thursday, July 2, 2026
Where: Aula Chiesa - Luiss University, Campus Viale Romania
To book your participation, please access the reserved area of the conference registration portal
Women Scholars’ Networking Lunch
Women participating the in the European Academy of Religion’s Ninth Annual Conference are invited to join the Women Scholars’ Networking Lunch, a moment dedicated for exchange, mentoring and professional networking among scholars of religion. The lunch offers an interdisciplinary forum to discuss academic pathways, career choices and challenges encountered at different stages of scholarly life. The Women Scholars’ Networking Lunch will take place on July 1 and July 3, 2026, and those who choose to participate will be offered lunch boxes upon signing up for the event. Participants standing at various stages of their academic careers will have the possibility of sharing practical experiences and insights, offering insights on research trajectories, teaching, publishing and balancing research and personal commitments. The informal setting is designed to encourage open conversation, peer support and building professional connections among scholars from around the world.
When:
Wednesday, July 1, 2026 - Sold Out
Thursday, July 2, 2026 - Sold Out
Friday, July 3, 2026 - Sold Out
Price: free
To book your participation, please access the reserved area of the conference registration portal
Cultural Itineraries
The European Academy of Religion is pleased to present to conference participants a selection of sites of particular historical, artistic, and spiritual significance in the city of Rome.
These locations, often outside the main tourist itineraries, offer exceptional insight into the cultural and religious richness of the city. Their proximity to the conference venue makes them easily accessible and provides a meaningful itinerary through art, history, and religious traditions within the urban context of Rome.
Mausoleum of Santa Costanza and the Catacomb Complex of Sant’Agnese
One of the most significant examples of early Christian art in Rome, the complex preserves remarkable 4th-century mosaics and represents a key transition between Roman culture and the origins of Christianity.
For further information on opening hours, access, and cultural programming, please refer to the official website: https://www.santagnese.net/site/
Catacombs of Priscilla
One of the most important catacomb complexes of ancient Christian Rome, known for its early Christian frescoes, including one of the earliest known depictions of the Virgin Mary. The site provides essential insight into the history of early Christian communities and funerary
practices in the first centuries CE.
For further information on opening hours, access, and cultural programming, please refer to the official website: https://catacombepriscilla.com/
Villa Torlonia Museums
A museum complex of notable historical and architectural interest, featuring an eclectic ensemble of buildings, gardens, and collections. From the Casina delle Civette to the Casino Nobile, the site offers a layered account of the cultural and social transformations of Rome
between the 19th and 20th centuries.
For further information on opening hours, access, and cultural programming, please refer to the official website: https://www.museivillatorlonia.it/
Grand Mosque of Rome
An important example of contemporary architecture and a landmark of the Islamic presence in Italy, the Grand Mosque of Rome represents a significant space for interreligious and intercultural dialogue. The complex is distinguished by its symbolic role as a place of
encounter between different traditions.
For further information on opening hours, access, and cultural programming, please refer to the official website: https://www.grandemoscheadiroma.org/