Laughter as a Political Coping Mechanism: Interdisciplinary Approaches
Calenda 2024-09-06
Summary:
The Department of History at Durham University invites proposals for a two-day conference ( Friday 28 and Saturday 29 March 2025) exploring the role of humour as a political coping mechanism. ‘Laughter as a Political Coping Mechanism’ will illuminate the uses of humour across disciplines and periods, stimulating fresh conversations about the actions and expressions that constitute resistance to power.