European Conference on Politics and Gender (ECPG) 2026

The European Conference on Politics and Gender (ECPG) will take place from 15–17 June 2026 at Newcastle University. Organised by the Standing Group on Gender and Politics of the European Consortium for Political Research, the biennial conference brings together scholars from around the world to discuss current research on gender, sexuality, intersectionality, and politics.

The programme will include panels, roundtables, and networking opportunities covering topics such as feminist politics, anti-gender movements, democracy, LGBTQI+ rights, and intersectional approaches to political research. ECPG is recognised as one of Europe’s leading conferences in the field of politics and gender studies and welcomes participants at all career stages. (ecpr.eu)

The Standing Group

The Standing Group on Gender and Politics (SGGP) forms a broad-based network on issues relating to the study of gender and sexuality in politics and world politics.

The Group actively encourages workshops, panels and research groups with an emphasis on gender, aiming to increase the profile of women in the main fields of political science.

By prioritising inclusivity, fostering dialogue and promoting collaboration, the Standing Group on Gender and Politics actively strives to create an academic community that embraces diverse perspectives and addresses the unique challenges faced by scholars from different regions and marginalised communities.

Closer to the conference, recommendations for publications, further reading, and related resources will be shared on our blog.