The 6th International Conference on Media Science and Digital Communication (MSDC 2026)
Hosted by The International Institute of Knowledge Management (TIIKM)
- 12 – 13 November 2026
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The 6th International Conference on Media Science and Digital Communication (MSDC 2026) is a conference held 12 – 13 November 2026 in Four Star by Trans Hotel, Kuta, Bali, Bali, Thailand, organised by The International Institute of Knowledge Management (TIIKM).
- Dates:
- 12 – 13 November 2026
- Format:
- Hybrid (in person and online)
- Venue:
- Four Star by Trans Hotel, Kuta, Bali, Bali, Thailand
- Subjects:
- Media & Communication Studies
- Official website:
- themediasci.com
The 6th International Conference on Media Science and Digital Communication (MSDC 2026) is organised by The International Institute of Knowledge Management (TIIKM) and takes place in Bali, Indonesia, from November 12th to 13th, 2026. Set under the theme 'Reclaiming Narratives: Indigenous Wisdom and Sustainable Media Futures', the conference provides a global platform for researchers, academics, practitioners, and industry leaders to explore the transformative power of media, indigenous knowledge, and emerging technologies in a rapidly changing world.
Conference theme
Topics
- Reclaiming Narratives And Indigenous Knowledge
- Sustainable Media And Communication Practices
- Innovation And Emerging Media Technologies
- Media, Society, And Cultural Transformation
- Pedagogy And Research In Media Studies
Who should attend
Academics and researchers, students and early-career professionals, media and communication experts, industry leaders, practitioners, technologists, and innovators.
Organising Committee
- Prof. Dr. Wang Changsong (Conference Co-Chair) - Dean, School of Communication, Xiamen University, Malaysia
- Prof. Kenneth Kim (Conference Co-Chair) - Department of Culture Contents, College of Communication and Culture, Hanyang University ERICA, South Korea
- Prof. Jairo Lugo-Ocando (Steering Committee) - University of Sharjah, U.A.E.
- Assoc. Prof. Dr. Zulhamri Abdullah (Steering Committee) - Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM), Malaysia
- Dr. Mooki Lobelo (Steering Committee) - University of Mpumalanga, South Africa
- Rowena Capulong–Reyes, Ph.D. (Steering Committee) - Far Eastern University, Philippines
- Dr. Ananya Mehta (Steering Committee) - RMIT University, Hanoi, Vietnam
- Mr. Isanka P. Gamage (Conference Convener) - The International Institute of Knowledge Management (TIIKM), Sri Lanka
Scientific Committee
- Prof. Jude W.R. Genilo, University of Liberal Arts, Bangladesh
- Assist. Prof. Ana Katrina, College of Arts and Sciences, Philippines
- Dr. Kundan Aryal, Central Department of Journalism and Mass Communication, Nepal
- Prof. Anubhuti Yadav, Indian Institute of Mass Communication, India
- Dr. Phan Van Kien, VNU, Vietnam
- Dr. Fedaa Mohamed, Ahram Canadian University, Egypt
- Dr. Avashni Reddy Moonasamy, University of Zululand, South Africa
- Dr. Mike Megrove Reddy, University of Zululand, South Africa
- Prof. Aaron Tshidzumba, University of South Africa, South Africa
- Dr. Odu Adejare Samuel, The Federal Polytechnic Ilaro, Nigeria
- Assist. Prof. Comfort S. Bulus, University of Jos, Nigeria
- Dr. D. Manish Kumar Jaisal, ITM University Gwalior, India
- Prof. Naidoo Gedala Mulliah, University of Zululand, South Africa
- Dr. Judith Buhle Dlamini, University of Zululand, South Africa
- Assist. Prof. Titilayo Remilekun Osuagwu, University of Port Harcourt, Nigeria
- Dr. Constance Kasiyamhuru, University of Johannesburg, South Africa
- Dr. Savera Mujib Shami, Punjab University, Pakistan
- Prof. Elisabetta Gola, University of Cagliari, Italy
- Dr. Reggy Metso, University of Zululand, South Africa
- Ms. Aniekie M. Motloutsi, University of Zululand, South Africa
- Associate Professor Mervat Mohamed, Ajman University, UAE
- Assist. Prof. Alia Ali Idris Mahmoud, Almasar T.V, Jordan
- Dr. Fauziah Hassan, Universiti Sains Islam Malaysia, Malaysia
- Dr. Alice Guerrieri, University of Cagliari, Italy
- Dr. Suffian Hadi Ayub, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Malaysia
- Dr. Kishor Kumar Dash, Balimela College of Science & Technology, India
- Dr. Sayak Pal, Manipal Academy of Higher Education, India
- Dr. Swati Agarwal, Adamas University India
- Dr. Keshav Patel, Kalindi College Delhi University India
- Dr. Mohamed Alawainati, University of Bahrain, Bahrain
- Dr. Martha Tri Lestari, Telkom University Indonesia
- Dr. Majid-Ul-Ghafar, Hazara University Pakistan
- Dr. Suwandi Sumartias, Padjadjaran University Indonesia
- Dr. Bhavna Wal, Jagran Institute of Management and Mass Communication India
- Assoc. Prof. Farida Nurfalah, Universitas Swadaya Gunung Jati Indonesia
- Dr. Abdulqader Alkharraz, Hodiedah University Yemen
- Dr. Prachi D., IILM University India
- Dr. Samiya Asadi, Stamford University Bangladesh
- Dr. Albert Anani-Bossman, University of Media, Arts, and Communication Ghana
- Dr. Nitesh Tripathi, St. Xavier's University India
- Dr. Luca Serafini, University of Naples Federico II Italy
- Dr. Masroor Khanam, Federal Urdu University, Pakistan
- Dr. Yamini Khullar, Noida GGSIP University India
- Dr. Hari Krishna Behera, Utkal University, India
Programme highlights
View full programmeKeynote speakers
View speakersSpeakers
View speakersSahana UdupaKeynote
Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU), Germany
Toby MillerKeynote
Instituto Tecnológico de Monterrey, Mexico
The International Institute of Knowledge Management (TIIKM), Sri Lanka
Opening Remarks by Conference ConvenerHenry JenkinsKeynote
University of Southern California, United States
Organiser and contact
Host organisation
The International Institute of Knowledge Management (TIIKM)Contact
- Event secretary:
- Hasini Silva
- Email:
- [email protected]
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