ISSBD workshop in Kampala
Katie Alcock
kjalcock at crl.ucsd.edu
Fri May 19 14:46:44 UTC 2000
THE FIFTH AFRICAN REGIONAL INTERNATIONAL SOCIETY FOR THE STUDY OF
BEHAVIOURAL DEVELOPMENT (ISSBD) WORKSHOP
MAKERERE UNIVERSITY, KAMPALA, UGANDA, 25-30th SEPTEMBER, 2000
GENERAL INFORMATION AND CALL FOR ABSTRACTS
I would like to invite you warmly to the above named international
workshop being organised by the ISSBD in conjunction with Johann Jacobs
Foundation (JJF) and IACCP and Makerere University.
Background
The ISSBD has facilitated the holding of four successful Regional
Workshops in Africa. The last one was held in Windhoek, Namibia, May
8-11,
1998.
All the previous Regional Workshops have been found valuable to
participants. At the evaluation of the Windhoek Workshop, it was
resolved
that the next Regional Workshop would focus on life course development
and
application of the cross-cultural methodology. It was proposed
to hold
this Workshop at Makerere University, Kampala, Uganda. This focus was
suggested because during the Windhoek Regional Workshop, various
aspects
of social, personality, and cross-cultural research methodologies were
not
adequately addressed; yet these are essential components of
developmental/psychological research investigations.
Makerere University, Kampala, Uganda was proposed as the venue for
the year 2000 Regional Workshop; it was thought that the East African
region be given an opportunity to host the ISSBD African Regional
Workshops on a rotational basis. Uganda is a model country in Africa
in
terms of economic growth. It has modern communication network and the
city of Kampala is very peaceful. Uganda has undergone socio-economic
and
political transformation, the impact of which on human development is
significant to the hosting of the Regional Workshop.
Recently, there have been political and socio-economic problems in
the great lakes region which have had a serious impact on the human
development process. However, these problems have not yet been fully
discussed. This Workshop would provide an opportunity to do so. It is
hoped that the Regional Workshops will lead to an increased
understanding
of human development and will provide knowledge, skills and materials
that
will be used in process aimed at improvement of human development.
Theme of the workshop
The theme of the workshop is "Life course in context: The application
of
the
cross-cultural methodology". Various aspects of social, personality,
and
cross-cultural research methodologies are not adequately addressed; yet
these are essential components of developmental/psychological research
investigations. The sub-themes and topics will centre around contexts
of
development, e.g., family settings and roles, peers, media, school,
health, and war-time crises. The main emphasis is on youth, although
development throughout the life-span is considered. Social and
personality development will be of especial interest. The contexts,
demands and challenges differ among cultures and nations and these have
different impacts on human life span development.
However, other topics on the human life span development are
welcome. Where possible, authors will write or deliberate on the
topics
using a cross-cultural paradigm. There will be a specific workshop on
cross-cultural methodology. However, we look forward to competent
scientists who can facilitate the methodology workshop. These persons
should get in touch with the chair organising committee at once.
Further,
the International Association for Cross-cultural Psychology (IACCP)
through Prof. Segall will hold a symposium on the history of the
concept
of race in social sciences.
Participants
Participants will include psychologists, other social scientists and
other
academicians from all over Africa and beyond. The organising committee
has no funds to provide for the transportation of participants from
outside Africa. From each African country one participant will be
invited. The participants must be paid up members of ISSBD or will be
willing to pay $10 US $ at the conference venue to join ISSBD. Student
participants will join the ISSBD at a cost of $5 USA. Participants
will
include junior and senior researchers and academicians, NGO personnel,
and
others who work with children and youth.
Financial support
Travel (economy class) by air to and from Kampala for one person from
African countries only will be provided plus reasonable accommodation
and
food for 5 days. Interested persons are encouraged to apply for this
support. Selection depends on the quality of the activity the
participant
wants to do in Kampala, e.g. the quality of the abstract submitted or
facilitation of methodology workshop, as judged by the organising
committee. For those that will not be supported, there is a variety of
accommodation, ranging from hostel type to 5 star hotels. This ranges
from 10 US $ to 150 US $ per night, bed and breakfast plus live music
in
some cases. Those wanting to book should consult the chairperson,
organising committee.
International conference committee (ISSBD sub-committee)
The Executive Committee of the ISSBD has appointed a sub-committee, the
role of which is to solicit support and publicise the conference: Prof.
Pierre Dasen, Dr. Bame Nsamenang, Prof. Lea Pulkkinen, Prof. Kenneth H.
Rubin, and Prof. Robert Serpell. This committee together
with
the local
one are in charge of organising the conference
and should be consulted for more information.
Local organising committee:
The local organising committee for the conference includes the
following:
Mr. A. Amati (Psychology); Ms. F. Asiimwe (Sociology); Mr. N. Asingwire
(Social Work and Social Administration); Dr. P. Baguma (Psychology);
Dr.
E. Enon (Psychology); Mr. J. Kikoma (Psychology); Mr. L. Matagi
(Psychology): Dr J Nambi (Psychology) Prof. J C Munene (Psychology),
Mrs
M. Muhairwe (Institute of Teacher Education, Kyambogo); Mr. P. Nyende
(Psychology); Mr. E Ntare (Institute of Teacher Education, Kyambogo);
G.
Tukahebwa (Political Science), Prof. J. Opolot (Psychology); and Prof.
M
H
Segall (USA).
Conference registration
Each participant is expected to pay 10 US $ for the workshop
registration.
Those interested in participating in this workshop are advised to get
in
touch with the chair:
Organising committee for more information.
Conference activities
There will be plenary sessions, posters, small groups and an attractive
social programme.
Abstracts and papers
Abstract must be 250-300 words long including name, title, and address
of
author(s),
institution of affiliation of the presenting author. A full paper for
each abstract must be deposited with the workshop organisers.
Facilities
for oral presentations, posters and overhead projection will be
available.
Please send your abstracts without delay. Participants whose abstracts
are selected should be informed by 31st May 2000. Conference papers
should be not more than 25 pages, A4 and double spaced and should
follow
the APA format. All papers should reach the conference organisers not
later than 31st July 2000. Conference proceedings will be published
and
selected papers will be published in the International Journal of
Behavioural Development.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Language
The official language of the conference is English
Travel to Uganda
A number of international airlines fly directly to Entebbe
International
Airport which is about 40 Km and 45 minutes drive to Kampala city.
Entebbe to Kampala costs a maximum of 20 US $. There are airport taxis
and major hotel shuttle services. Connections to Entebbe can also be
made
in London, Brussels, Addis Ababa, Nairobi and Johannesburg. There are
no
foreign exchange restrictions in Uganda, however, banks require valid
documents to cash foreign currency.
Insurance
It is recommended that all delegates obtain standard comprehensive
travel
insurance.
Passports and Visas
Valid passports, entry visas, and vaccination certificates for yellow
fever are requires. Inquiries be may be at a Uganda Mission in your
country or national ministry of foreign affairs. Organisers can issue
a
letter of invitation to facilitate visa application, three months
before
the conference.
Weather and clothing
Uganda is warm with temperatures ranging between 21 to 24 centigrade. A
light jacket is sufficient.
More information about hotels
Accommodation will be available at 3 types of hotels and Makerere
University Guest House.
4 star hotels Single room 75, double 95, lunch 8 and dinner 8 US $
5 star hotels single room 80, double 100, lunch 12 dinner 12 US $
Makerere University Guest House: Single 37, double 51 lunch or dinner 5
US
$
There are a number of other hotels at lower prices
Contact address:
For more information regarding this workshop, please, contact:
Dr. K. P. Baguma (Ph.D.) Chair Organising committee
Institute of Psychology,
Makerere University
PO Box 7062 Kampala, Uganda
Tel + 256 41 531908 Office, 543740 Home
Fax + 256 41 531061
E-mail: uparipari at Mulib.ac.ug
--
Katie Alcock
City University
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