# Event Details - **Event Name**: Narratives of the Future II - **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 12 Jun, 2026 at 01:30 pm – Fri, 12 Jun, 2026 at 03:30 pm - **Event Description**: Explore how we imagine the future through literary, cultural and political perspectives, and how narratives shape today’s global challenges.About this EventThis event is now sold out in-person, but you can attend virtually. Please click to register for Teams Webinar.This panel brings together four speakers to explore how we imagine the future and the different approaches that shape our visions of tomorrow. Focusing on interdisciplinary perspectives from literary studies, cultural studies, digital education, philosophy, theology and political theory, the panel will explore what these fields can contribute to discussions about the future and the challenges we experience in the world today.The panel features:Moderator: Dr Emrah Atasoy (University of Edinburgh, IASH)Prof Siân Bayne (University of Edinburgh, Moray House School of Education and Sport and Edinburgh Futures Institute): The Contested Futures of EducationDr Emily Sullivan (University of Edinburgh, Philosophy): Rejecting the Futuristic 'Agent' Narrative of Large Language ModelsDr Elsa Bouet (Edinburgh Napier University, English): The Fiction of Diplomacy in Science Fiction, or the Futures of Sustained Extractivism?Prof Volker Stümke (University of Edinburgh, IASH): Reimagining Christian Eschatology for Modern Futures: 'Hell is Empty and All the Devils are Here'Together, these talks will open an interdisciplinary dialogue on how the future is imagined, interpreted, and represented across literary and cultural narratives, and how such visions shape our understanding of contemporary global complexities. Click here to view the agenda (as PDF).13: 30-14: 40: Opening Remarks and Presentations14: 40 - 15: 00: Tea / Coffee Break15: 00 – 15: 30: Q&AThis is a free event, which means we overbook to allow for no-shows and to avoid empty seats. While we generally do not have to turn people away, this does mean we cannot guarantee everyone a place. Admission is on a first-come, first-served basis. You can also join virtually - click to register for Teams Webinar.Accessibility:This event will take place at IASH, 2 Hope Park Square, Edinburgh, EH8 9NW. Please see a map here: https://www.iash.ed.ac.uk/locationThe Seminar Room is on the first floor, and unfortunately IASH does not have a lift. If you have mobility issues and would like to discuss access, please contact iash@ed.ac.uk as soon as possible. For virtual attendance, click here. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/edinburgh/narratives-of-the-future-ii/100001988900981375 - **Event Categories**: workshops, art, literary-art, virtual, webinar, sports, science-fair - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 2 hours - Location: Institute for Advanced Studies in the Humanities - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Edinburgh - **state**: SC - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: Institute for Advanced Studies in the Humanities - **lat**: 55.942138 - **long**: -3.186234 - **full address**: Institute for Advanced Studies in the Humanities, 2 Hope Park Square, Edinburgh, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Narratives of the Future II - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/82d5f867b2461527aa7d326400aaa7a0463390740e5a509a1a3c19bfc4ae58d8-rimg-w1200-h627-dcf4f0ea-gmir.png?v=1779004511 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Narratives of the Future II being held? - **A:** Narratives of the Future II takes place on Fri, 12 Jun, 2026 at 01:30 pm to Fri, 12 Jun, 2026 at 03:30 pm at Institute for Advanced Studies in the Humanities, 2 Hope Park Square, Edinburgh, United Kingdom. - **Q**: Who is organizing Narratives of the Future II? - **A:** Narratives of the Future II is organized by Institute for Advanced Studies in the Humanities. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Narratives of the Future II is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Edinburgh, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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