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The 2nd International Symposium on Human Rights and Citizenship is a joint initiative between Universidade Portucalense Infante D. Henrique (UPT – Portugal) and Universidade Salvador (UNIFACS – Brazil), consolidating an academic partnership that has lasted for over a decade. For this second edition, which will take place on 1st and 2nd July 2025, the chosen theme is “Human Rights in Crisis? Tensions between Global Challenges and Local Contexts”, reflecting contemporary issues that challenge the guarantee of Human Rights in a scenario marked by rising inequalities, political crises, climate emergencies, and democratic setbacks in various parts of the world. Abstract submissions will be accepted until 30th May 2025. For further information and guidance on submitting proposals, please visit the Symposium website:

Instituto Jurídico Portucalense (IJP) will be a partner in the 1st International Congress on Law, Technology, and Social Transformations, organized by PUC Minas. The event, taking place from March 31 to April 2 in both in-person and online formats, will bring together experts to discuss the impacts of artificial intelligence, technological innovations, land regularization, and cultural heritage in law. The IJP Director, along with researchers from the institution, will take part in the congress, contributing to discussions on the challenges and opportunities of law in the digital age. Registration, full program, and more information

The Leiria Branch of the Instituto Jurídico Portucalense (IJP) invites you to the Call for Papers for the 3rd edition of the Young Scholars International Conference on Enterprise Law, which will take place on 14 May 2025. The event is especially aimed at master’s and doctoral students, as well as young researchers (up to five years after completing their academic degree), with the aim of promoting scientific research and encouraging the participation of young academics in the dissemination of knowledge in the various areas of business law.The deadline for submitting abstracts is 31 March 2025.For registration and more information, check the event website: https://ysicel.ipleiria.pt/