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Institute for Advanced Study in Asian Cultures and Theologies (IASACT) Theme: “The Intertwining of Culture, Religion, and Environmental Education”
27 June, 2021
BACKGROUND
Institute for Advanced Study in Asian Cultures and Theologies (IASACT) is a four-week residential program that provides space and time for scholars to deepen their understanding of theologies and traditions. Participants undertake research and writing in the broad area of Asian cultures and theologies and complete a working paper while in residence. Starting from 2015, IASACT is organized by the Divinity School of Chung Chi College, the Chinese University of Hong Kong and funded by the United Board for Christian Higher Education in Asia. Since 2004, 218 scholars from 138 institutions in 20 countries have benefited from the time IASACT affords for reflection, interaction and network-building.
IASACT 2021
- IASACT 2021 accepts applications from scholars working on the intersection of religion, culture, and environmental issues in Asian society, using action research or community-based participatory research methodology. Scholars who are carrying out action research or have already developed plans are eligible to apply. 10 scholars from Asian institutions will be selected.
- Click HEREfor the pamphlet of IASACT 2021 for more information.
SUBSIDY & SUPPORT
- A modest grant of up to USD1,500 will be available to support research activities during the program period;
- A mentor will be assigned to provide ongoing academic advice for research and publishing throughout the program;
- Additional advice by relevant resource persons may be arranged where available;
- Online access to the University Library System of the Chinese University of Hong Kong will be made available.
For eligibility and application details, please see: https://www.theology.cuhk.edu.hk/en/academics/iasact?fbclid=IwAR0cmaiGNh8e1eFMzqaTY5-aMyMAHLUYuWxUNQ7qiMvT1luCTiXe_q_G5jk
Program Schedule: 1 August – 31 October 2021
