Call for Papers - The 5th International Symposium on Global Chinese Philanthropy
Global Chinese Philanthropy at a Crossroads: Trust, Technology, and Cross-Border Engagement
Co-Organizers:
- Center for Social Security Research, Nanjing University
- Asia Pacific Center (APC), University of California, Los Angeles
Co-Hosts:
- School of Government, Nanjing University
- Asia Pacific Center (APC), University of California, Los Angeles
- Tun Tan Cheng Lock Institute of Social Studies, Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman (UTAR), Malaysia
- Supported by the Cyrus Tang Foundation and Long Family Foundation
Dates:
October 31-November 1, 2026
Venue:
Nanjing University International Conference Center (Xianlin Campus), Nanjing, China
About the Symposium:
Global Chinese Philanthropy (GCP) is at a pivotal moment of transition, facing both significant challenges and promising opportunities. The urgent need to rebuild trust, adapt to rapid digital transformation, and navigate increasingly stringent cross border regulatory environments poses practical obstacles to GCP’s continued development. At the same time, these shifting conditions are generating new questions and research directions that are reshaping the future of the field.
To deepen understanding of these ongoing transformations, the 5th International Symposium on Global Chinese Philanthropy adopts the theme “Global Chinese Philanthropy at a Crossroads: Trust, Technology, and Cross-Border Engagement.” The symposium will examine the evolving challenges and opportunities associated with trust building, technological innovation, and increasingly complex cross border regulatory systems.
The symposium is co hosted by the School of Government, Nanjing University (NJU); the Asia Pacific Center, University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA); and the Tun Tan Cheng Lock Institute of Social Studies, Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman (UTAR), Malaysia. This two-day event is co-organized by the NJU Center for Social Security Research and the UCLA Asia Pacific Center.
We sincerely invite you to submit your work (in the form of a 250–500 word abstract) addressing any of the topics outlined under the following three sub themes. Please note that full papers or abstracts may be submitted bilingually, in either English or Chinese.
Sub-Theme 1 — Rebuilding Trust and Reimagining Impact
- Understanding the trust crisis: economic pressures, donor confidence, and the social contract
- Strengthening transparency and accountability through data, governance, and standards
- Demonstrating public benefits and measurable impact
- Extending trust across borders: aligning domestic credibility with international expectations in an era of geopolitical complexity
Sub-Theme 2 — From Digital Scale to Philanthropic Depth
- Turning digital convenience into long-term civic engagement
- Motivating young donors beyond passive or symbolic giving
- Enhancing digital infrastructure to prevent misuse and tokenistic participation
- Using AI and automation to deepen and personalize donor engagement
- Leveraging technology for monitoring, governance, and impact verification
Sub-Theme 3 — The Role of Global Chinese Philanthropy in a Fragmented World
- Navigating tightening regulations in cross border philanthropy
- Highlighting diaspora contributions to disaster relief, education, health, and cultural preservation
- Presenting case studies to showcase diaspora mobilization across Southeast Asia, North America, Europe, and other parts of the world
- Connecting global Chinese giving via shared standards, data, and governance
- Understanding philanthropy as a cultural bridge, not just a financial one
- Ensuring diaspora philanthropy remains apolitical, trusted, and mission driven amid geopolitical tensions
Download the Call for Proposals (Bilingual English and Chinese)
Submission Timeline:
The deadline to submit a paper or an abstract is July 15, 2026, and notifications of acceptance will go out by July 31, 2026.
All submissions and inquiries should be emailed by July 15, 2026 to: philanthropy_2026@163.com.
Fees:
Registration is free. Participants will be responsible for their own travel and accommodation expenses. Meals and refreshments will be provided for all participants during the symposium.
Contact Information:
- Ms. Jeannie CHEN, Center Administrator, UCLA Asia Pacific Center
- Dr. Xuan HUO, Deputy Director, NJU Center for Social Security Research
About the NJU Center for Social Security Research
The Center for Social Security Research, Nanjing University (NJU) is an open research and talent cultivation institution established with the approval of Nanjing University in October 2015. The Center currently has 16 research fellows and its primary research areas include ageing care, social assistance, philanthropy, and social services. The Center aims to fully leverage NJU’s strong academic resources of relevant departments and unite social security experts both domestically and globally. It strives to advance theoretical and policy research on social security in China, cultivate top-tier professionals in the field, and contribute to the reform and sustainable development of China’s social security system. The Center is dedicated to researching China’s social security theories and systems, while providing a platform for academic exchanges on social security both within China and internationally. The Center is directed by Dr. Mingang LIN 林闽钢. Dr. Lin is Changjiang Distinguished Professor and Director of the NJU Center for Social Security Research. He is also Vice President of the China Association of Social Security. His research areas include social security theory and policy, anti-poverty and social assistance, social service, and social policy. He has been the PI of more than 20 projects, e.g., Major Project of the National Social Science Fund of China, Major Project of the MOE Key Research Base for Humanities and Social Sciences, projects funded by UNICEF and EU. Professor Lin has published over 120 academic papers in journals such as Social Sciences in China, as well as CSSCI and SSCI-indexed journals.
Website: https://public.nju.edu.cn/English2822/Faculty/ByTitle/20230509/i245389.html
About the UCLA Asia Pacific Center
The Asia Pacific Center (APC) is one the 28 research centers and academic degree programs at the International Institute, University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). APC promotes greater knowledge and understanding of Asia and the Pacific region on campus and in the community through innovative research, teaching, public programs, and international collaborations. It focuses on inter-Asian and transpacific connections from historical, contemporary, and comparative perspectives and encourage interdisciplinary work on cross-border and supranational issues on language and culture, politics, economy and society, and the sustainability in the ongoing processes of globalization. Among the various programs, APC has served as the National Resource Center on East Asia and administered the East Asia Foreign Languages and Area Studies (FLAS) fellowships as part of the US Department of Education Title 6 program and the Global Chinese Philanthropy Research and Training Program.
Website: https://www.international.ucla.edu/apc
“第五届全球华人慈善国际研讨会”征稿通知
会议主办单位：
南京大学社会保障研究中心、美国洛杉矶加州大学亚太研究中心
会议日期：
2026年10月31-11月1日
会议地点：
南京大学仙林校区
会议语言：
中文、英文
论文选题指南：
当前全球华人慈善事业正处于关键转型期，既面临前所未有的挑战，也迎来前所未有的发展机遇。重建信任的迫切需求、适应快速数字化转型的挑战，以及日益严苛的跨境监管环境，都为全球华人慈善事业的持续发展带来了现实阻碍。与此同时，这些变化的环境也催生了新的研究议题。为深化对这些关键议题的研究与交流，由南京大学政府管理学院、美国加州大学洛杉矶分校亚太中心、马来西亚拉曼大学敦陈祯禄社会研究所主办，南京大学社会保障研究中心和加州大学洛杉矶分校亚太中心组织的第五届全球华人慈善国际研讨会，拟定于2026 年10月30 日至11 月1 日在南京大学仙林校区召开。
此次研讨会的主题为“转型中的全球华人慈善：信任、技术与跨境参与”。现面向全球征集相关论文，我们诚邀海内外学者、业界同仁共赴盛会！
征文主题（需与三个分主题及其具体议题相关）：
- 分主题1：重建信任与重塑影响力
- 理解信任危机：经济压力、捐赠者信心与社会契约
- 通过数据、治理和标准强化透明度与问责机制
- 传播公益价值与彰显社会效益
- 在地缘政治复杂时代实现国内公信力与国际期待的对接
- 分主题2：数字化转型与慈善参与
- 平台慈善与公民参与
- 完善数字基础设施，防范技术滥用与象征性参与
- 运用人工智能与自动化技术优化个性化捐赠体验
- 技术赋能监测、治理与效果评估
- 分主题3：全球华人慈善的角色再定位
- 应对跨境慈善监管强化的挑战
- 彰显侨胞在救灾、教育、医疗、文化保护领域的贡献
- 呈现东南亚、北美、欧洲等地侨界动员典型案例
- 通过通用标准、数据共享与治理准则联结全球华人捐赠网络
- 诠释慈善作为文化桥梁的跨界价值
- 地缘政治下的侨胞慈善：立场、信任与使命
会议预通知（下载）
欢迎报名参加2026年全球华人慈善研究国际研讨会，恳请您于2026年7月15日前提交论文摘要。您所提供的个人资料，仅用于2026年全球华人慈善研究国际研讨会，感谢您对我们工作的支持与配合！
论文或摘要提交截止日期
论文或摘要提交的截止日期：2026年7月15日。论文或摘要经评审后录取，邀请函将于2026年7月31日之前发出。
会议费用：
此次会议不收取注册费，参会者需自行承担交通与住宿费用。会议期间将为所有参会者提供餐饮。
会议联系人：
南京大学社会保障研究中心 霍萱 <huoxuan@nju.edu.cn>
加州大学亚太研究中心 陈宇晶（Jeannie CHEN）<jchen@international.ucla.edu>
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Published: Tuesday, March 17, 2026