International Interdisciplinary Research and Arts Symposium
EXPRESSION AND MEANING IN SUPERDIVERSE CONTEXTS
Ways to Participate
ADLES 2026 welcomes different forms of participation:
► Present a paper in the online panel sessions
► Exhibit artistic work in the virtual exhibition
► Join the researchers’ workshop on AI and research ethics
► Join scientific-practical discussion on professional well-being in social services
► Participate as a guest and engage in discussions and networking opportunities
While there will be no formal conference proceedings, panel session participants will be invited to submit their original research to the peer-reviewed journal Applied Research that is funded by Kauno Kolegija HEI (indexed in DOAJ, with DOI assignment, free of charge).
Additional Programme
Participants attending in Kaunas will also have access to a cultural and networking programme, including:
► guided visits to the International Photography and Media Festival (IPMA),
► excursions to the M. K. Čiurlionis Gallery and Pelėdų kalnas (Hill of Owls) Gallery,
► and artistic workshops.
Why join ADLES 2026?
By joining ADLES 2026 on-site, you will not only take part in an international academic symposium, but also experience Kaunas – a city where modern culture, artistic heritage, and emerging ideas meet. With its vibrant creative scene and strong academic community, Kaunas provides an inspiring setting for dialogue, reflection, and new partnerships.
Practical Information
ADLES 2026 is open to a wide range of participants – whether you wish to present, exhibit, learn, or simply join the discussions. Registration is simple and tailored to different forms of participation.
► Event language: English
► Participation fee: 50 EUR (waived for UNINOVIS partners)
Registration:
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Guests / attendees of the symposium are welcome to join by filling in the participation form here by 30 September 2026 (inclusive).
Please note that all participants attending the on-site programme in Kaunas are kindly asked to complete the guest registration form. Participants presenting papers, joining the workshop or discussion, or exhibiting artwork are additionally required to complete the relevant activity-specific registration forms, indicated below.
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Conference panel session presenters are invited to submit their proposals by completing the registration form here by 17 September 2026 (inclusive).
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Artists are invited to submit digital copies of their artworks (video or other formats) by 17 September 2026 (inclusive) by email: jacyte@go.kauko.lt. Follow the requirements published on ADLES website.
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Researchers (workshop participants) can register by completing the workshop registration form here by 17 September 2026 (inclusive).
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Participants of scientific-practical discussion can register by completing the discussion registration form here by 17 September 2026 (inclusive).
| Recommended Hotels |
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| Moxy Kaunas Center Kauno Kolegija HEI has partnered with Moxy Hotel Kaunas to offer special discounted rates for symposium guests. To book a room, please email: reservations@moxykaunas.com In your email, please mention the “Kauno kolegija rate.” The discounted price applies to single and double rooms including breakfast. |
| Park Inn by Radisson Kaunas Booking link |
| BEST BALTIC Kaunas Booking link |
| Kaunas City Hotel Booking link |
| Kaunas Hotel Booking link |
| Participants are kindly asked to book their trips and accommodation in Kaunas by themselves. More information about Kaunas |
| Bank | AB Swedbank |
| Bank code | 7300 |
| Name and address of the recipient | Kauno kolegija Pramonės pr. 20, LT-50468 Kaunas |
| Company code | 111 965 284 |
| VAT ID | LT 119 652 811 |
| Account number | LT 28 7300 0100 0222 9776 |
| The purpose of payment | ADLES conference fee |
| Total | 50 € (not applicable to UNINOVIS partners) |
