Each track represents an opportunity to build and strengthen a collaborative network of researchers with an enhanced capacity to address pressing social issues related to consumption. Historically, TCR has fostered innovation by embracing a dialogical format, engaging non-academic participants, working across intersecting social challenges, and encouraging more relational forms of engagement, such as involving stakeholders directly in the research process.

 

For Track 1, we anticipate that tracks will typically consist of approximately 4–6 academic participants and 1–2 non-academic contributors (if possible). Past experience suggests that an ideal track size ranges from 6 to 10 participants, including the track chairs, to ensure both diversity of perspectives and effective dialogue.

 

In line with these principles, we ask that all Track 1 proposals intentionally incorporate inclusivity and mentorship. Specifically, each track should reserve space for at least one advanced doctoral candidate working in a TCR-related area. Proposals are also encouraged to include non-academic stakeholders—such as representatives from government, advocacy organizations, non-profits, and activist communities—as well as scholars from diverse disciplinary backgrounds who can contribute novel perspectives, theoretical insights, and methodological approaches.

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Please note: Each applicant/track participant can only apply for and be a part of one track. 

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Following the submission of track topics, an open call for track members will be issued in September 2026.