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WCQR - World Conference on Qualitative Research

The World Conference on Qualitative Research (WCQR) is an annual event that aims to bring together researchers, academics and professionals.
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The World Conference on Qualitative Research (WCQR) is an annual event that aims to bring together researchers, academics and professionals, promoting the sharing and discussion of knowledge, new perspectives, experiences and innovations on the field of Qualitative Research. The growing success of previous editions is an important indicator of a multidisciplinary, committed and involved community

in the context of qualitative research. The main objective is for WCQR to maintain the indicators of success with each new edition, encouraging the submission of scientific articles that focus on several fields of application in Qualitative Research, from Education to Health, Social Sciences, Humanities, among others, as well as a crosswise and holistic view, with the approach of several themes and dimensions of research.

01/05/2026

Film is a powerful way to tell research stories!

Join us on June 16 at 6:30 pm (MT) for this hybrid screening of the award-winning film Singing Back the Buffalo - and a discussion with filmmaker Tasha Hubbard.

Visit iiqm.ualberta.ca for more info.

30/04/2026

| Vol. 21, Nº2 📕
Mixed methods research is evolving, and qualitative perspectives are taking center stage. By prioritizing meaningful integration between qualitative and quantitative approaches, researchers can unlock richer, more nuanced into complex realities.

Qualitatively oriented mixed methods designs not only strengthen methodological rigor but also amplify the depth of human experience within data. With growing guidance and practical strategies, this approach is emerging as a powerful way to navigate today’s intricately connected world.

Learn more in the essay by Dr. Cheryl N. Poth (University of Alberta)

Read it here 👇
https://publi.ludomedia.org/index.php/ntqr/article/view/1261

27/04/2026

| Vol. 21, Nº2 📕
Constructivist grounded theory is reshaping qualitative research by placing meaning, context, and social justice at its core. Evolving from traditional grounded theory, this approach embraces flexibility and researcher reflexivity to better understand complex social realities.

Widely applied in fields like and , it offers powerful tools to explore inequality and drive change. Despite its challenges, its potential to support impactful, justice-oriented research continues to grow.

Learn more in the essay by Dr. Elaine Keane (University of Galway).

Read it here 👇
https://publi.ludomedia.org/index.php/ntqr/article/view/1289

20/04/2026

| Vol. 21, Nº1 📙
What happens when researchers stop studying communities from the outside and start becoming part of them? This piece explores how qualitative research, through deep listening, immersion, and reflection, can transform researchers into true partners and co-creators of knowledge.

By building trust, embracing humility, and working with communities rather than on them, research becomes more meaningful, collaborative, and impactful. The result? Not just insights, but shared purpose and real, lasting change.

An essay by Drs Jennifer Smith Ramey, Fred Milacci, and Fred Volk.

Read it here 👇
https://publi.ludomedia.org/index.php/ntqr/article/view/1245

09/04/2026

📣 Registration is now open for Thinking Qualitatively: Making a Difference (TQ:MD), a four-day virtual learning event for qualitative researchers, graduate students, and community practitioners.
🗓️ June 15–18, 2026 | Online
Learn more and register: bit.ly/tq-md

Choose from 17 interactive sessions taught by experienced researchers: arts-based inquiry, decolonial grounded theory, critical discourse analysis, relational ethics, data visualization, coding, and more!

08/04/2026

| Call for Abstracts ⏰
The 11th World Conference on Qualitative Research is now accepting abstract submissions.

📅 Event Dates:
• 19–21 Jan 2027 (in person, Vila Nova de Gaia – Porto, Portugal)
• 1–4 Feb 2027 (online program)

Present your research to an international audience and take part in a dynamic academic exchange. Submissions are welcomed in two categories:

• Project Abstracts – for ongoing or exploratory research.
• Paper Abstracts – for completed studies, with potential for full paper submission and publication.

📚 Accepted abstracts will be published in the official WCQR2027 Abstracts Book (ISBN). Selected submissions may be invited for full paper publication in partner journals.

🌐 Info & submissions: wcqr.ludomedia.org/submit-abstract

07/04/2026

| Call for Panels & Workshops 🎯
The 11th World Conference on Qualitative Research is accepting proposals for Panel Discussions and Workshops.

📅 Event Dates:
• 19–21 Jan 2027 (in person, Vila Nova de Gaia – Oporto, Portugal)
• 1–4 Feb 2027 (online program)

🎙 Panel Discussions
Bring diverse perspectives together in dynamic, thought-provoking sessions. We welcome proposals addressing:
• Emerging topics
• Methodological innovation
• Critical challenges in qualitative research

🛠️ Workshops
Lead interactive, hands-on sessions designed to build skills and share practical knowledge. Ideal for:
• Methods and tools
• Applied techniques
• Skills development

💬 Bring your ideas to WCQR2027 and join the global conversation on qualitative research.

🌐 Info & submissions: wcqr.ludomedia.org

24/03/2026

Dr Jessica Nina Lester's keynote at the 10th World Conference on Qualitative Research is now available.

Watch this insightful presentation, in which she explores how generative AI is transforming the foundations of qualitative inquiry, challenging researchers to critically examine its influence on core practices, ethics, and epistemologies.

Moderated by Dr Sara Dorow.

Watch the full video here 👇
https://youtu.be/lCP_yh2JqLo?si=5zTA4ZgfHO-eT183

23/03/2026

WCQR2027 | Call for Submissions ⏰

Researchers, academics, and professionals are invited to join the 11th World Conference on Qualitative Research (WCQR2027), a global forum for advancing qualitative research and innovation.

📅 Event Dates:
• 19–21 Jan 2027 (in person, Vila Nova de Gaia – Oporto, Portugal)
• 1–4 Feb 2027 (online program)

💡 Share your work, exchange ideas, and connect with an international community.

Submissions open for:
• Project Abstracts (ongoing research)
• Paper Abstracts (completed studies)
• Panel Discussions
• Workshops

📚 Accepted abstracts will be published (ISBN), with opportunities for journal publication.

✨ Why join?
• Publish in indexed journals
• Expand your global network
• Present at a leading conference
• Attend in person or online

📅 Submission deadline: 30 September 2026

🎯 Be part of shaping the future of qualitative research — submit your work and join us at

Info and submission 👇
wcqr.ludomedia.org

16/03/2026

Dr. Prema Gaikwad's keynote talk at the 10th World Conference on Qualitative Research is now available.

Watch this inspiring presentation in which Dr. Gaikwad explores how qualitative research can evolve from understanding human experiences to driving meaningful transformation.

Full video available here 👇
https://youtu.be/4qWSC8MV8Jw?si=KRJ6yFIAJEUPF3iR

Endereço

Rua Diogo De Macedo, Nº192
Vila Nova De Gaia
4400-107

Website

https://wcqr.ludomedia.org/

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