Global Strat Comm Consortium

Global Strategic Communication Consortium is a global community of leading strategic comm scholars and practitioners. Executive Director: @drbowen

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Our goal is identifying trends and shaping the future of research/strategy in the field. We aim to develop a global, truly intentional gathering of thought leaders in strategic communication focusing on new challenges and trends for the future of the field.

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GSCC is pleased to welcome Dr. Romana John (University of Dubrovnik) and Dr. Silvia Ravazzani (Università IULM) as new invited members. Their work advances strategic communication, media literacy, and emerging technologies.

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Save the dates! GSCC 2027 in Dubrovnik, May 16–18 (+ May 19). “Power Play” examines shifting power, strategic negotiation & influence in complex communication environments. CFP on the way.

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AMEC Global Summit (May 19–20) is near! GSCC members: request your FREE virtual pass (€695 value) by April 25. Join global experts + GSCC speakers. Apply via scholarship link：https://t.co/h6730nB1fd

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Thrilled to share that the 2027 GSCC Conclave is headed to Dubrovnik, Croatia, hosted by the University of Dubrovnik. Looking forward to an unforgettable gathering and to sharing GSCC expertise with academics and practitioners from across the Balkans.

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Inter-session bus karaoke at the Conclave 📸 — scholars from around the world sharing songs, laughter, and great company.

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March 10, Conclave Day 2: 2025 Berger Award Paper presentation by Drs. Cheng and Selaković, a keynote by Mr. Takashi Inoue (Inoue P.R., Japan), and engaging talks by Drs. Oliveira, Tsetsura, and Gonçalves on metamodern approaches, social issues, and ethics.

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Missing Dr. Ruth Avidar @ravidar and Dr. Yicheng Zhu @Miguelitozhu, who had to cancel their trip due to force majeure (closed airspace, and cancelled connecting flights). Ruth, the 2025 GSCC Berger Award winner, still joined friends remotely despite the tense situation nearby.

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Despite flight delays and travel disruptions, GSCC members gathered in Lisbon for the annual conclave at U of Lisbon on March 8th. Great to see old and new friends reunited again.☀️☀️

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March 9: Conclave Day 1. The 2026 GSCC Conclave, themed “Public Policy Futures,” begins at ISCPS, University of Lisbon. Scholars and practitioners from 14 countries gather to explore how advances in AI are shaping global strategic communication and public policy.

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Urgent announcement: Our Sunday evening start of GSC 2026 is delayed until five P.M.
Location and times: Hotel Fenix lobby 5 pm, Terraco Editorial 6 pm.

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We’re proud to start the year by sharing the Mediascapes special issue “Risk (of) Communication: Ethics, Futures & Strategic Complexity”, edited by Dr. Lovari @alelovari and emerging from the GSCC 2025 Conclave with 13 peer-reviewed articles. https://t.co/58rsbKP3FZ

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Excited for GSCC Lisbon 2026! We now have an optional WhatsApp group for quick updates and coordination — big thanks to Brett @bwrobertson for setting it up 🙏 Join using the link/QR code. Looking forward to seeing everyone in Lisbon!

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A friendly reminder for #GSCC2026🌿 — 5 days left to register for upcoming conclave in Lisbon!
Let’s gather to imagine the future of strategic communication in public policy.
🗓️ Deadline: Nov 17, 2025
🔗 Register here: https://t.co/eEKOTeUfI7
Hotel info coming soon! 🇵🇹✨

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Dear members of GSCC! Monitor your inbox for our newsletter tomorrow, a special Halloween edition!🍬🍬🍫🍫🎃🎃

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Happy to announce our new Handbook is available: Handbook of Innovations in Strategic Communication: AI, Futurism and Directions https://t.co/hHXp9u6Xgr @ElgarPublishing @GlobalStratComm @OSC_Congress18 @AMEC @UofSC_CIC @UofSC_SJMC @ElinaErzikova @ECREA_eu

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We’re thrilled to announce the reception of 15 abstracts from 27 leading strategic communication scholars across 11 countries for #GSCC2026! 🌍
GSCC 2026 Lisbon🇵🇹:
💡 Ethics & Trust
🤖 AI, Ethics & Policy Futures
🌐 Systems & Architecture
🔄 Reflexive & Regenerative Paradigms

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⏳ Only 1 week to go! Deadline for abstracts for #GSCC Conclave 2026 (Lisbon 🇵🇹, Mar 8–10) is Oct 6, 2025 – 11:59 PM EDT.
Submit Word docs via email: [email protected] (cc: [email protected]) | Subject: Abstract Submission
#GSCC2026 #StratComm

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Call for Abstracts
Join us in Lisbon 🇵🇹 for the 2026 GSCC Conclave: The Future of Strategic Communication in Public Policy!
Submit by Oct 6, 2025 11:59 PM EDT via [email protected] (cc [email protected]).
More details are emailed to our members!
#GSCC #Lisbon #StratComm

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That’s a wrap on Conclave 2025! From insightful sessions to sunset walks and shared meals, our days in Sardinia were full of connection and inspiration. Grateful for every moment in Cagliari and Carloforte—until next time! 🌅🌍
#conclave2025 #sardinia

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After a day of competitive sessions, Conclave 2025 participants took a scenic afternoon walk through Carloforte before gathering for a memorable dinner at Ristorante Da Vittorio. Grateful for the moments that spark connection beyond the conference room. 🥂🍝
#Conclave2025