Highlighted Speakers
Prof. Omar Abdulaziz Al Saif
Omar Abdulaziz Al Saif is a Professor of Literature and Criticism at Alfaisal University and King Saud University in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. With a robust academic background and diverse expertise, he excels as a university professor and researcher. His contributions include serving on the editorial boards of several peer-reviewed scientific journals, authoring three books, publishing over a dozen research papers, and presenting numerous seminars and lectures.
Prof. Dr. Cecilia Cheng
Prof. Dr. Cecilia Cheng is an esteemed professor of psychology at the University of Hong Kong, specializing in health psychology, applied social psychology, cross-cultural psychology, and cyber-psychology. She is an elected Fellow of the Association for Psychological Science, a testament to her significant contributions to the field. Her accolades include the prestigious Fulbright Senior Scholar Award and the ICP Early Career Research Award. In addition to her academic achievements, she currently serves as the Associate Dean at the Graduate School, underscoring her leadership in higher education.
Ms. Yang Liding
Yang Liding, a Ph.D. candidate at Universiti Teknologi MARA, specializes in fine arts, with a particular focus on Chinese lacquer painting. Her research delves into the transformation of decorative motifs in lacquer art. At this conference, she will present her study, titled “From Classical to Modern: The Evolutionary Path of Chinese Garden-Themed Lacquer Painting,” which analyzes the aesthetic and cultural transitions in garden-themed lacquer artworks.
MS. Anamaria FILIMON - BENEA
Anamaria FILIMON - BENEA, Ph.D., is lecturer in the Department of Communication Studies, Faculty of Governance and Communication Studies at the West University of Timişoara – Romania. She completed her PhD in Communication Sciences in 2015, at Paul Valéry University, Montpellier, France. She focuses her research on public relation, online journalism and advertising. At the Department of Communication Studies she is teaching Journalism, Genres and formats in digital media, Introduction in Communication Sciences, Public Relations.
Mr. Ionuț Alexandru Pleșcau
Ionuț Alexandru Pleșcau is a PhD candidate in Byzantine Studies at the University of Bucharest. He has pursued academic studies in Switzerland and Italy and has presented at prestigious conferences, including those at Oxford and Berlin. His research interests focus on Renaissance Byzantine history, family psychology, and spirituality.
Ms. Yujia Zhu
Yujia Zhu, a Ph.D. candidate at Sofia University, USA, is a versatile social entrepreneur, business strategist, executive coach, and philanthropist. With over 12 years in the humanitarian sector, she advocates for women in STEM and leads the Canadian nonprofit "For A Safer Space" (FASS). As the creator of FASSLING (Fassling.ai), a top-rated emotional support AI app, Yujia blends innovation with compassion. Her interests include religion, spirituality, business ethics, entrepreneurship, and human-centered care, reflecting her dedication to inclusivity and holistic well-being.
Past Speakers
Prof. Marija Lončar
Department of Sociology at the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences in Split University, Croatia.
Prof. Marija Lončar is an associate professor at the Department of Sociology at the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences in Split. She teaches methodological courses at the undergraduate and graduate study program in sociology. Her scientific and research areas of interest are sociological methodology, research ethics, sociology of media, sociology of youth, and sociology of the body. She participates and presents at international and national scientific conferences. Also, she actively participates in the popularization of science through public discussions, media appearances, and lectures. Currently, she is a member of the Presidency of the Croatian Sociological Association and manager of the branch office in Split, as well as the executive editor of the journal Croatian Sociological Review.
Professor Hamutal Bar-Yosef
Hamutal Bar-Yosef is a Professor Emerita at Ben-Gurion University. Her main fields of research are the Russian context of modern Hebrew literatur; Mysticism in Hebrew poetry; Israeli women poetry. She published 6 books of literary research, about 200 scholarly articles. She is a well known Israeli writer, poet and translator, the recipient of many literary prizes.
Dr. Wonder Juniper
Dr. Wonder Juniper is an accomplished academic and media professional with expertise in media studies, communication science, and public relations. With a diverse educational background, including a PhD in Media Studies, Dr. Juniper has demonstrated a strong commitment to academic pursuits and research. As a senior lecturer, Dr. Juniper brings extensive knowledge and experience to the classroom, fostering a dynamic learning environment for students. Additionally, Dr. Juniper's work as a radio presenter and producer at the South African Broadcasting Corporation showcases a deep understanding of the media industry and effective communication skills. With a successful track record in academia and broadcasting, Dr. Wonder Juniper is dedicated to advancing the field of media studies and making a positive impact in the academic and media communities.
Dr. Senwei Dai
Senwei Dai is currently a PhD student in the School of History at the University of Leeds in the UK. My project is John Mill's view of India. My disciplines and research areas of interest are sociological methodology, colonial studies in South Asia, and the turn of American foreign policy. I also follow China's welfare policy through my family business. At present, my main task is to try to further the topic research by going to India for field investigation.
Mr. Yossapol Chutipanyabut
Yossapol Chutipanyabut is a lecturer at Assumption University, and currently a Ph.D. candidate in Communication Arts, Chulalongkorn University, Thailand. As a father of two children who witnessed his wife struggling with breastfeeding, his interest in Foucauldian discourse and narratology lead to the research that aims to study the power and discontinuity of breastfeeding discourses.
Ms. Dulshani Martinus
Dulshani Martinus is a highly qualified professional with a Master of Science in Psychology and Counseling and a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology. She has extensive experience in research, covering various topics like sociology, religion, gender, ethnicity, and anthropology. Currently, she works as a Visiting Lecturer at IHRA - University of Colombo and serves as a Project Coordinator for the Sarvodaya Sharmadana Movement, reflecting her commitment to community development and social impact. Dulshani's diverse background and dedication to academia and community development make her a valuable contributor to the scholarly dialogue.
Ms. Luisa Francesca Iglio
Luisa (she/her) is currently pursuing a Philosophy Research Master's degree at Utrecht University. She holds an undergraduate degree from University College London, where she won the Matei Prize at the London University Philosophy Conference 2023. Her interests are deeply rooted in the Ethics and Politics of Gender, with a keen focus on examining gender-based structures of domination and their enforcement.