#Kant300: IKBFU Prepares for International Kant Congress

The International Kant Congress is the main academic event of 2024. It will be held on 22–24 April 2024 in Kaliningrad, the birthplace of Immanuel Kant. Leading scientists from numerous countries have expressed their desire to take part in the congress.

Dmitry Chernyshenko, Deputy Prime Minister of Russia, Chairman of the Organising Committee for the preparation and celebration of Immanuel Kant's 300th anniversary:

By decree of the Russian President Vladimir Putin, the 300th anniversary of Immanuel Kant's birth will be commemorated in 2024. The focal point of the celebration is the International Kant Congress, an invitation to which we extend to representatives of the global academic community. Russia prides itself on being a hospitable nation that possesses the ability to successfully host a top-tier international event.

He further stated that there is currently a significant demand for philosophy, as evidenced by the emergence of new educational platforms, courses and communities that address the fundamental questions of cognition.

Alexander Fedorov, IKBFU Rector:

We greatly admire the lasting impact left by Professor Kant, the patron of the University. His ideas have had a profound influence on science, culture, pedagogy, and international law. In recent years, the University has spearheaded a significant global movement towards embracing the philosophy of the future. This entails understanding its evolving nature, the future of society and education, and our own contribution to the advancement of both Russia and the world. The preparation and organisation of the upcoming anniversary events will strengthen the reputation of Russian science and generate greater interest among foreign academics. Kant once famously stated that philosophy is the sole discipline capable of providing us with inner fulfilment — a remarkably accurate saying! In 2024, we will indeed witness the triumph of philosophical thought.

Kant scholars from many countries have extensively discussed Immanuel Kant's undeniable influence and contribution to world philosophy.

	Nina Dmitrieva, PhD in Philosophical Sciences, Head of the IKBFU Academia Kantiana:
Immanuel Kant stands as the intellectual authority from whom everyone seeks guidance on fundamental questions of life. Kant's famous categorical imperative emphasises the importance of solidarity. It urges us to align our habits and desires to support the well-being of others. By adhering to this behaviour, one stays loyal to their own identity, humanity, and freedom.

The International Kant Congress will be dedicated to the discussion of ideas and principles of the Kantian philosophy in the following thematic areas:

• Epistemological Questions in Kant's Philosophy

• Kantian Epistemology in the Context of Modern Science

• Kantian Metaphysics: Problems and Perspectives

• Kantian Ethics in the View of Modern Moral Philosophy

• Kant's Philosophical and Religious Ideas in Theology

• Kantian Philosophy of Law and Its Influence on Modern Legal Theories and Practices

• Kantian Political Philosophy and Its Relevance in the Modern World

• Kant's Aesthetics and the Questions of Modern Art

• Kantian Anthropology and Psychology

• Kantian Philosophy of Education and Pedagogy

• Kant and Kantianism in Russia: History, Discussions, Influence

• Kantian Philosophy in the Non-Western World: Reception, Polemics, New Meanings

• Historical and Philosophical Aspects of Kantian Studies: Ancient Philosophy in Kant's Philosophical System

• Medieval Philosophy and Kantian Criticism

• New Age Science and Philosophical Ideas in the Kantian System

• Kant's Ideas in the Philosophical Systems of the 19th Century

• Kantian Philosophy in the Twentieth Century

• The 21st Century in the View of Kantian Ideas

• Kant and Ancient Philosophy

Application for participation with a presentation is open from 1 October to 15 December 2023 via personal account on the official event website. The participants will be notified of the selection results no later than January 15th, 2024.

The event is organised by the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation and the Government of the Kaliningrad Region. Immanuel Kant Baltic Federal University serves as Congress operator.