EAJS Emerge

We are pleased to announce EAJS Emerge, a forum for postgraduate students and early-career scholars in Jewish Studies to connect, share research, and build professional networks. Held as part of the Thirteenth Congress of the European Association for Jewish Studies (EAJS) in Alcalá de Henares (Madrid), 12-15 July 2027, the programme offers an opportunity to present ongoing research, exchange ideas, and engage with colleagues from across the field.

Inspired by the Congress theme, Renewing Strength in Jewish Studies, EAJS Emerge supports the next generation of researchers by fostering intellectual exchange across disciplines, cultures, historical periods, and methodological approaches. It provides an inclusive and supportive environment in which participants can receive feedback, develop professional relationships, and encounter new perspectives.

The programme will consist of panels featuring 20-minute papers (including discussion), although shorter presentations may also be considered for early-stage projects or work in progress. We invite proposals from postgraduate students and scholars who completed their PhD within the past five years on any area of Jewish Studies.

Successful applicants will receive a one-off subsidy of £250 towards travel and accommodation expenses. Please note that all accepted participants must register for the Congress and pay the applicable registration fee.

Submission Requirements and Procedure

Applicants should submit: the title of the proposed paper; an abstract (maximum 200 words); and a letter of support from the applicant’s supervisor. Proposals should be submitted through the EAJS Congress online submission platform at http://eajs-2027.es by 15 December 2026, 23:59 (GMT+1).

For further information, please contact

Sanne de Niet, University of Amsterdam, s.deniet@uva.nl Noa Ben-David (she/her), University College London, noa.david.23@ucl.ac.uk