The Kurdish Studies Forum is an international, dynamic space for Kurdish Studies. A platform for research and dialogue, the Forum connects traditional Kurdish cultural expressions and modern scholarly inquiry to support preservation, innovation and interdisciplinary scholarship, ensuring that Kurdish heritage is accessible, celebrated, and critically examined on a global stage.
The Forum offers scholars access to primary sources through partnerships with local archives and private collectors and collaboration with international, academic institutions to build a broad scholarly network among researchers and universities in Kurdish Studies through literary discourse, academic panels, a mentorship component, and, finally, appreciation of creative artistic production.
Building on this mission, the Second Annual Kurdish Studies Forum will take place on November 11 and 12, 2026, hosted on the campus of the American University of Iraq, Slemani (AUIS). The two-day gathering will bring together scholars, researchers, artists, and cultural practitioners for in-depth panel discussions, workshops, and artistic presentations.
Forum Schedule & Program
Venue: American University of Iraq, Slemani (AUIS Campus)
Dates: November 11–12, 2026
Access the Schedule: