This track examines the intricate trade networks established during European colonialism and their lasting economic impacts on both colonizers and colonized regions. Papers may explore the dynamics of mercantilism, trade routes, and the role of commodities in shaping global economies.

This session focuses on the cultural exchanges that occurred as a result of European colonial encounters, highlighting how these interactions influenced identity formation among both colonizers and indigenous populations. Contributions may analyze literature, art, and social practices that emerged from these exchanges.

This track investigates the role of missionary activities in shaping religious landscapes during the colonial period. Papers may discuss the impact of Christianity on indigenous belief systems and the broader implications for cultural transformation.

This session addresses the various forms of resistance employed by colonized peoples against European imperial powers. Contributions may include case studies of uprisings, cultural preservation efforts, and the resilience of indigenous identities.

This track delves into the role of slavery in the establishment and maintenance of plantation economies within colonial contexts. Papers may explore the economic, social, and cultural ramifications of slavery on both sides of the Atlantic.

This session focuses on exploration narratives produced during the age of European colonialism, examining how these accounts contributed to knowledge production about the 'Other.' Contributions may analyze the implications of these narratives for contemporary understandings of colonial history.