RC52 (Sociology of professional groups) of the International Sociological Association invites abstract submissions for an online conference to be held June 16, 17, and 18th 2026. Papers on a broad range of topics relevant to the sociology of professions are welcome. This includes research on professional work; experts and expertise; changes, challenges and crises impacting professionals; profession creation and decline; technological change; the impact of AI on professions; social inequalities; professions in the global south; state-profession relations; professional regulation; professional identity formation; training and education; and many other topics.

If you would like to propose a session (4-5 papers linked according to a theme), please let us know in advance (at the email address below). 

Abstracts should be 300 words in length, and should be submitted, along with your name, affiliation, email address and status (PhD student / early career scholar / faculty member / researcher) to RC52.conferences@gmail.com. 

Submission deadline: February 16, 2026