28-29 May 2026
Larnaka, Cyprus
ECSM 2026
13th European Conference on Social Media
UClan, Cyprus
The European Conference on Social Media (ECSM) is a well-established academic conference, held annually for over a decade, with a focus on advancing research and dialogue around social media. The primary aim of ECSM is to provide a platform for scholars, researchers, practitioners, and industry professionals to share and discuss their findings on the multifaceted impacts of social media. The conference emphasises the importance of understanding how social media influences various sectors, including society, education, business, and governance. The open access conference proceedings, published annually, provide valuable insights and are frequently cited by academics, policymakers, and industry professionals, underscoring the conference’s role in shaping the future of cyber warfare and security.
The conference is also host to The 14th Social Media in Practice Excellence Awards 2026.
Personal Message from the Conference Chair
On behalf of the ECSM 2026 Organising Committee, it is my pleasure to welcome you to the 13th European Conference on Social Media, hosted by the University of Central Lancashire, Cyprus (UCLan Cyprus). Cyprus is renowned for its warm hospitality, stunning Blue Flag beaches, and exquisite Mediterranean cuisine. Located at the intersection of Europe, MENA, and Asia, the island’s strategic position has shaped its rich cultural heritage and 10,000-year history, making it one of the oldest civilizations in the region. ECSM 2026 presents an excellent opportunity to discover Cyprus, connect with fellow academics and professionals, share ideas, and gain fresh perspectives. We look forward to welcoming you to Larnaka in 2026!
Important Dates
| Abstract submission deadline | STILL ACCEPTING ABSTRACTS |
| Notification of abstract acceptance | 26 March 2025 |
| Full paper due for review | 01 May 2025 |
| Notification of paper acceptance (with any requested changes) | 10 July 2025 |
| Call for Games Closes | 05 May 2025 |
| Notification of Game acceptance | 04 June 2025 |
| Earlybird registration closes | 24 July 2025 |
| Final paper due (with any changes) | 07 August 2025 |
| Final Author payment date | 28 August 2025 |
We are planning to run our series of conferences as physical events with the option for participants to join virtually. We urge you to continue to submit your abstracts and papers in line with the published dates (extensions will be granted on request). For more details contact info@academic-conferences.org.
Conference Publications
Papers accepted for the ECSM after the double-blind peer review process, will be published in the conference proceedings, subject to author registration and payment. The conference proceedings have an ISSN (2055-7213) and will be assigned an ISBN on publication. Proceedings are accessible here: https://papers.academic-conferences.org/index.php/ecsm
Additionally, papers that have been presented at the conference will also be considered for further development and possible publication in the journals listed below. Authors are invited to submit their work to these journals mentioning that they attended the conference. Authors will be expected to develop the work by 40-50%, including a change of title and abstract. Individual journal procedures will need to be followed and there is no guarantee of publication.
- Online Information Review published by Emerald Insight, ISSN: 1468-4527
- International Journal of Social Media and Interactive Learning Environments published by Inderscience, ISSN 2050-3962
- Journal of Information, Communication and Ethics in Society published by Emerald Insight, ISSN 1477-996X
Conference Accreditations
Proceedings of the European Conference on Social Media (ECSM) are:
- submitted for consideration by the Web of Science (WoS) Conference Proceedings Citation Index
- Indexed by the Institution of Engineers and Technology in the UK (INSPEC)
- Listed in the EBSCO database
- Listed in the ProQuest database
- Indexed by Google Books and Google Scholar
- Ranked 1 in the Norwegian Register for Scientific Journals, Series and Publishers
The Conference Proceedings are submitted for accreditation on publication. Please note that depending on the accreditation body, this process can take several months
Keynote Speakers
Keynote details coming soon
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Conference Contacts
| Academic Enquiries | Professor Dan Remenyi |
| Submission Enquiries | Helen Taylor |
| Registration Enquiries | Belinda Burchell |
| Other Enquiries | Marti Bell |
