August 10, 2026 -

Structure and Themes of the Farabi International Festival Explained

The secretariat of the 17th Farabi International Festival has officially begun its work to identify and honor outstanding contributions in the fields of humanities, social sciences, arts, and Islamic studies, following the issuance of official appointments by Iran’s Minister of Science, Research and Technology.

August 6, 2026 -

The 17th International Farabi Festival Officially Begins

The Minister of Science, Research, and Technology of the Islamic Republic of Iran, by issuing separate decrees, appointed the secretary, the head of the secretariat, and the secretary of the scientific council of the 17th International Farabi Festival. As the most important national event in the fields of humanities and Islamic sciences, the Farabi Festival is held annually with the aim of identifying and introducing top research works.

August 4, 2026 -

Call for Entries Announced for 17th Farabi Award

The permanent secretariat of the Farabi International Award has officially issued the call for submissions for its 17th edition, inviting scholars and researchers in the fields of Humanities and Islamic Studies to participate. 

February 14, 2024 -

Western media's representation of the Gaza disaster

a specialized meeting on the Western media's representation of the Gaza disaster will be held under the auspices of the Institute's Communication and Cyberspace Studies Department.

November 11, 2023 -

The letter of the head of the research institute to the presidents of important universities in the world about the Gaza tragedy

Dr. Reza Gholami, the head of the research center, sent a letter as follows to the presidents of important universities, asking them to try to establish a ceasefire in Gaza, meet the needs The people's life and also the opening of the way to send humanitarian aid to the people of Gaza asked for help.

October 24, 2023 -

The First Conference on "Virtuous man in the heritage of Al-Farabi, virtuous society and modern ethics"

The First Conference on "Virtuous man in the heritage of Al-Farabi, virtuous society and modern ethics", was held in Al-Farabi Kazakh National University

October 23, 2023 -

Call for Nominations: 15th Farabi International Award

The Farabi International Award (FIA) on Humanities and Islamic Studies is held annually by the Ministry of Science, Research and Technology of the Islamic Republic of Iran (IRI), in cooperation with Iran’s National Elite Foundation, and the Research Institute for Cultural, Social and Civilizational Studies of IRI. 

October 23, 2023 -

The privileges of Eastern Culture and Civilization According to the Presentations Delivered by the Iranian Professors in Abai Kazakh University

A number of Iranian professors delivered presentations on the eastern culture and civilization in Abai Kazakh University at the initiative of Iran’s cultural attaché to Almaty of Kazakhstan.

October 1, 2023 -

The theory of benevolence helps to reduce global tensions and multiply development opportunities

Dr. Reza Gholami, head of the Research Institute for Cultural, Social and Civilization Studies, said in a meeting held at the Faculty of Social Sciences of Tehran University with the presence of several Muslim thinkers:

September 26, 2023 -

Conference of “Benevolent Human in Farabi’s Legacy” to be Held Jointly by Iran and Kazakhstan

According to the public relations office of the Institute for Cultural, Social and Civilization Studies (ICSCS) affiliated with the Iranian Ministry of Science, Research and Technology, the conference of “Benevolent Human in Farabi’s Legacy, Contemporary Benevolent Society and Ethics” will be held in Almaty of Kazakhstan on 24th of October, 2023.

September 26, 2023 -

International Experts Discuss Artificial Intelligence Governance and Development

In a recent gathering, titled "Artificial Intelligence and the Future Society," organized by the artificial intelligence desk of the Research Institute of Cultural, Social and Civilization Studies, experts from various institutions shared their insights on the role of artificial intelligence in shaping the future. This conference brought together notable individuals, including Dr. Hassan Bashiri, Dr. Hui Li, Dr. Mohammad Hosseini Moghadam, and Dr. Sadra Khosravi, all renowned in their respective fields.

September 12, 2023 -

Emphasis on joint cooperation on Farabi studies

Dr. Reza Gholami, head of the Research Institute of Cultural, Social and Civilization Studies of the Ministry of Science, Research and Technology, presented a virtual meeting at the cultural representative office of the Islamic Republic of Iran in Almaty and in Tehran at the Islamic Culture and Communication Organization.  

September 3, 2023 -

Artificial Intelligence Governance in China: Experiences, Lessons to Iran

The Artificial Intelligence Chair of the Cultural, Social and Civilization Research Institute (ICSCS) in cooperation with Hamedan University of Technology, Shanghai Institute of Science and Research Institute of Technology Studies is organizing a meeting on the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in governance and its implications for Iran on September 13, 2023, from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM Tehran time.

August 30, 2023 -

International Winners of 14th FIA to be Honored in Upcoming Ceremony

The winners of the International Section of the 14th Farabi International Award (FIA) will be honored and celebrated at an upcoming ceremony, according to a press release from the FIA.

August 5, 2023 -

Farabi International Award is Granted to Sheikh Jafar Al-Mohajer by Lebanese Minister of Culture

According to the public relations office of the Permanent Secretariat of the Farabi International Award, a ceremony for appreciating and honoring Sheikh Jafar Al-Mohajer, the winner of the 14th Farabi International Award is to be held in Beirut.

June 21, 2023 -

Dr. Gholami lectures at World Human Sciences & Management Conference

The World Human Sciences & Management Conference is scheduled for Wednesday, June 21st, 2023, at 5:30 PM (Tehran Time).  The upcoming conference will feature a speech on "Justice and Political Philosophy" by Dr. Reza Gholami, who is a Professor of Political Philosophy, Philosophy of Science and Culture and Civilization Studies, as well as the head of the Institute for Cultural, Social, and Civilization Studies (ICSCS). 

May 31, 2023 -

“Neo-World”8th: Covid19 and its Role in the Future of Science

The eighth meeting of the "Neo-World" series on the future of the world, culture, science, and technology was held on Sunday, 28th May 2023, at the Institute for Cultural ,Social and Civilization Studies(ICSCS) under the title of "Covid19 and its Role in the Future of Science."

May 24, 2023 -

ISCS Holds the eighth “Neo-World” Meeting:

The eighth meeting of the “Neo-World” series on the future of the world, culture, science and technology will be held under the title of "Covid 19 and its role in the future of science", according to the Public Relations Office of the Institute for Cultural and Social, Civilization Studies (ICSCS).

May 20, 2023 -

ISCS Holds the seventh “Neo-World” Meeting: A Book Presentation with Thomas Scanlon

The seventh meeting of the “Neo-World” series on the future of the world, culture, science and technology will be held under the title of “Culture as Reflected in Intellectual Chinese History: Why Does Inequality  Matter?”, according to the Public Relations Office of the Institute for Cultural and Social Studies (ISCS).

April 17, 2023 -

“Neo-World”6: “Culture as Reflected in Chinese Intellectual History”

The sixth meeting of the "Neo-World" series on the future of the world, culture, science, and technology was held on Sunday, 16th April 2023, at the Institue for Cultural and Social Studies under the title of "Culture as Reflected in Chinese Intellectual History."

April 5, 2023 -

ISCS Holds the sixth “Neo-World” Meeting: Culture as Reflected in Chinese Intellectual History

The sixth meeting of the “Neo-World” series on the future of the world, culture, science and technology will be held under the title of “Culture as Reflected in Intellectual Chinese History”.

March 6, 2023 -

“Neo-World”5: “The Role of University in Strengthening Sustainable Peace in the World”

The fifth meeting of the “Neo-World” series on the future of the world, culture, science, and technology was held on Tuesday, 28th February, at the Institue for Cultural and Social Studies under the title of “The Role of University in Strengthening Sustainable peace in the World”.

March 3, 2023 -

The Final Report of the First World Congress on Farabi and Islamic Culture and Civilization

The first World Congress of Farabi and Islamic Culture and Civilization was conducted for a period of three days, from March 1 to 3, 2023  with the collaboration of the Institute of Cultural and Social Studies and the Permanent Secretariat of the Farabi International Festival.

March 3, 2023 -

The Final Working Group of the First International Congress on Farabi and Islamic Culture and Civilization

The final working group of the third day of the First International Congress on Farabi  and Islamic Culture and Civilization was held at the Institute of Cultural and Social Studies on Friday, March 3, 2023.

March 3, 2023 -

The fourth working group of the First International Congress on Farabi and Islamic Culture and Civilization: Science according to Farabi

The second day, Thursday, March 2, 2023, 14:00 to 17:00 Board of Directors: Mohsen Rizvani, Najmeh Keikha, Cecilia Martini The fourth working group of First International Congress on Farabi  and Islamic Culture and Civilization was held at the Institute of Cultural and Social Studies on Thursday, March 2, 2023.