2022 Online Symposium of the Network of Asian Environmental Philosophy

The symposium will be held on zoom. Register here !

 

Theme: Diversity of Environmental Philosophies in Asia
Environmental philosophy explores the ways we, humans, relate to the environment. The environmental crisis urges us to (re-)explore how we relate and act towards the natural world. Approaches to environmental philosophy broadly conceived are highly diverse. This diversity is also reflected within traditions and grassroots perspectives on environmental issues in Asia. Therefore, there is a need to develop, exchange and make accessible these approaches to foster dialogue towards sustainable solutions:

• Can we speak of “Asian Environmental Philosophy”?
• How is environmental philosophy conducted and practised in different contexts and traditions in Asia?
• What are the influences of these ideas on the local ways of life?
• What could be the role of Asian environmental philosophies in a global context?
• What are the challenges and opportunities faced by environmental philosophy scholars in Asia?
• What is the role of Indigenous knowledge in Asia to address environmental issues?

Language: The primary language of the conference is English. We aim to be non-native friendly, so we make it a rule that we speak slow and accessible English.