WCQR - World Conference on Qualitative Research

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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.

10/09/2026

| Journals: IJQM ℹ️
International Journal of Qualitative Methods is one of the publications associated with the 11th World Conference on Qualitative Research.

IJQM is a peer-reviewed interdisciplinary open-access journal partnered with the International Institute for Qualitative Methodology (IIQM) at the University of Alberta, Canada.

The journal was established in 2002 as an eclectic and international forum for papers reporting original methodological insights, study design innovations, and funded-project proposals using qualitative or mixed methods research that are useful to the global research community.

Indexed in: Clarivate Analytics: Social Science Citation Index, the Directory of Open Access Journals (DOAJ), and

Visit IJQM 🌐
journals.sagepub.com/home/IJQ

Learn more about the publication of accepted works at WCQR2027 👇
wcqr.ludomedia.org/publication

Submit your Abstract ⏰
wcqr.ludomedia.org/submit-abstract/

08/09/2026

| Silver Sponsor 🥈
We’re thrilled to welcome as a Silver Sponsor of the 11th World Conference on Qualitative Research!

Quirkos is simple qualitative analysis software, designed to immerse you in your qualitative text data and help you to understand it quickly and easily.

WCQR2027 attendees will have the opportunity to discover Quirkos’ features and applications in a dedicated demo session.

Learn more & try it for free 🌐
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Join WCQR2027 👇
wcqr.ludomedia.org

07/09/2026

| Journals - NTQR ℹ️
New Trends in Qualitative Research (NTQR) is one of the publications associated with the 11th World Conference on Qualitative Research.

An open-access journal, whose main objectives are the publication of original scientific texts in Qualitative Research, addressing state-of-the-art reviews and new research perspectives, solutions, and/or applications for real problems, empirical and/or evaluation work, among others.

NTQR publishes in 3 languages: Portuguese, Spanish, and English.

Learn more about the publication of accepted works at WCQR2027 👇
wcqr.ludomedia.org/publication/

Submit your Abstract! ⏰
wcqr.ludomedia.org/submit-abstract/

25/08/2026

| Presentation Types 👤💬
Has your abstract, panel, or workshop been accepted for the 11th World Conference on Qualitative Research? You can choose how to present your work:

👥 In person in Vila Nova de Gaia, Porto (Portugal)
💻 Online in real time
📹 Pre-recorded video submission

Don’t miss the chance to share your research! The call for submissions is now open.

👉 wcqr.ludomedia.org
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24/08/2026

| Types of Submissions 📄
Wondering what kind of work you can submit to the 11th World Conference on Qualitative Research?

Here’s your chance to share your ideas and join the global conversation:
🔹 Project Abstracts
🔹 Paper Abstracts → Authors of selected paper abstracts will be invited to submit an optional full paper for publication in affiliated journals
🔹 Panel Discussions
🔹 Workshops

✨ Don’t miss the opportunity to shape the future of qualitative research!

👉 Abstracts: wcqr.ludomedia.org/submit-abstract

👉 Panels: wcqr.ludomedia.org/panel-discussions

👉 Workshops: wcqr.ludomedia.org/workshops

🌍 Join us in Porto or online for the 11th edition of WCQR!
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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

Endereço

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

Website

https://wcqr.ludomedia.org/

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