ReN scope:

1. Research Networks (ReNs) within AILA are formed for promoting research and disseminating their research findings inside and outside AILA. Each ReN focuses on a special topic area of Applied Linguistics that has the potential for new cross-disciplinary research.
2. ReNs exist for three years and can be renewed. Generally, the life of a ReN is not expected to be longer than six years (https://aila.info/about/statutes_and_bylaws/bylaws/) while not being a blocking factor for more than one renewal.

The criteria for ReNs include: 

• a research area pertaining to applied linguistics;
• participants who are active in the research area of the ReN;
• at least five members, some of whom should be new scholars;
• multinational composition with universities from at least three countries;
• a commitment to fill a ReN symposium slot at the 2027 AILA Congress (Vancouver, Canada);
• a report of the activities of the last three years if your ReN is seeking renewal;

How to submit a ReN application:

• Download the attached application style sheet (available for download on the first page of the form)
• Fill in the form and submit the file: https://enquetes.univ-lorraine.fr/index.php/978616?lang=en
• Deadline: 13 October 2024