Institute for Theology and Politics
About the institute
The Institute for Theology and Politics was ultimately founded with the primary goal of developing a contextual theology in the Balkans, i.e., in the area of the former Yugoslavia, which is mainly based on political and liberation theologies.
Our mission
In that sense, primary Institute’s vision is to create a theological framework in which this interweaving of (ethno)nationalism and religion can be adequately and professionally tackled on a theoretical and practical level.
Additional Institut’s task is to create a network of Academies for Theology and Politics through partnerships worldwide.
Areas of activity
The institute’s areas of activity are education, science and research, democratic political culture, religion and spirituality, human rights, and international cooperation.
The target groups of the institute are academic communities, educational institutions, and citizens.
About Us
Find out more about our members, as well as about our long-term activities in the field of theology and politics
Projects
Ethnonationalism, Populism, and Religion in the Context of Former Yugoslavia
Academy
The Academy offers participants four courses that go through the very heart of the aforementioned issue
ITP’s Academy 2023 Reviews
Every beginning is risky, especially regarding this type of discourse that the Academy demands. However, it turned out that it prevailed over any challenge! The lecturers proved to be brilliant, and the participants excellent, which means the experiment was successful, and we are moving forward!
Thank you, dear people, for making this event beautiful, productive, and meaningful. Also, thanks to our partners, Forum Civil Peace Service – Serbia, Brot für die Welt, Kirchen Helfen Kirchen, Evangelische Kirche in Deutschland, the University Center for Protestant Theology Matthias Flacius Illyricus, NDNV, Tomislav Fiket and club Azimut because without you, this would not have been possible.
Until the next Academy, best regards!
ITP Team
Coping the Wounded Memories
The Institute for Theology and Politics actively contributed to the first Pro Oriente International Ecumenical Academic Conference, “Healing of Wounded Memories“, held in Vienna from November 9 to 11, 2023. Our general secretary, Zinka Mujkić, took part in the panel titled “Theological Discourse and Local Practices: Southeastern Europe”, where she shared insights into the intricate sociopolitical and socioreligious landscape of post-Yugoslav reality with the audience.
Moving forward, we are actively engaged in the committee dedicated to implementing the “Healing of Wounded Memories” Workshop in Southeastern Europe in 2024. Committed to our shared goal, we value the perspectives and guidance of our colleagues involved in this project, both on a general level in Eastern Europe and the Near East and specifically within the Balkans.
Official Announcement: The Academy for Theology and Politics 2024
We are delighted to formally announce the successful completion of preparations for the Academy for Theology and Politics 2024 in Šibenik (Croatia). We hereby open the call for graduate and doctoral students to submit their applications.
Our official website provides comprehensive information, including the application deadline, program offerings, evaluation criteria, and more.
We encourage all interested individuals to seize this opportunity and join us in this transformative academic endeavor.
Apply now and be a part of this enriching experience!
ITP Team
Applications Opened: ATP 2024 (official video)
The Academy for Theology and Politics 2024 is now accepting applications from graduate and doctoral students.
For detailed information about the Academy and application, see here.
A big thank you to Tomislav Fiket, the official cameraman of the Academy!
Start of the Academy for Theology and Politics 2024
We are pleased to announce that this year’s Academy for Theology and Politics eagerly welcomes its lecturers and carefully selected students. Strengthened by new partnerships and last year’s experience, we have successfully and efficiently addressed all potential organizational challenges in a short period, raising this year’s expectations significantly compared to the previous year. We are especially pleased that the Academy is expected to become an integral part of the University of Zagreb next year, within the lifelong learning program at the University Center for Protestant Theology “Matthias F. Illyricus” in Zagreb. We hope the negotiations will be successfully concluded, enabling the third generation of Academy students to earn ETCS credits through our education program.
See you on September 4!
The ITP team
Successful conclusion of the Academy 2024
We are proud to announce the successful conclusion of the second year of the Academy for Theology and Politics! While the first year was accompanied by some doubts – understandable given the project’s ambitious scale – the second year has completely dispelled any concerns about the quality of our program. This was evident throughout the entire four-day event, marked by serious work in a relaxed, friendly, and highly productive atmosphere.
We extend our heartfelt thanks to our lecturers for their professionalism and dynamic approach to the topics, our participants’ eagerness to engage in discussions, embrace new ideas, and generously share their insights, and our partners’ unwavering support in promoting this educational initiative.
Each of these elements is essential in bringing the Academy’s vision to life, and we are proud to say we have succeeded in doing just that.
With that, we look forward to next year, and we can’t wait to see you again!
The ITP Team
VIDEO: Academy for Theology and Politics
Tomislav Fiket, more than just the man behind the camera, is a vital member of our team, contributing his skills and interactions in meaningful ways. In his latest video, he succinctly highlights the significance of the Academy for Theology and Politics, emphasizing how its roots in the Yugoslav experience prepare it to address the growing challenges of a world increasingly shaped by ethnonationalist agendas often intertwined with religious discourse and the demands of political religions.
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