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CHACDOC Conference 2026:

Perspectives on a good life for children

About the conference


The aim of the conference is to explore what is a good life for children, where the dynamics between children’s social situation and social situation of development is considered. A central theme to be explored at the conference is how societal norms and values contribute to creating a child’s zone of proximal development in everyday life.

One question could examine how the child enters into social relations with others, becoming more consciously aware of self and other? Another question to discuss could be how children participating in central activities and cultural practices are supported in the development of the child as a person through education and upbringing?

Time and place


  • From 4 to 6 October 2026

Venue: Konventum, Erling Jensens Vej 1, 3000 Helsingør/Elsinore, Denmark

Important dates


  • September 2025 Call for abstracts opens
  • January 31 2026 Latest date for abstracts 
  • March 31 2026 Latest date for acceptance/rejection of abstracts
  • March 2016 Conference registration open
  • June/August Conference registration closes

Call for Papers/Abstracts

The conference welcomes oral presentations and symposia. PhD students are welcome to participate with poster presentations that will include a scheduled short oral presentation.

Call for abstracts opens September 2025