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ADLES 2025: Meet the Plenary Speakers

Art, Design, Languages, Education & Social Work

December 11-12, 2025 | Kaunas, Lithuania & Online

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ADLES 2025: Meet the Plenary Speakers and Join the Conference

The Faculty of Arts and Education at Kauno Kolegija HEI invites you to participate in the international scientific conference ADLES Powered by UNINOVIS 2025: Art, Design, Languages, Education, and Social Work – Innovations in Theory and Practice. Organized together with the UNINOVIS Alliance, the conference strengthens digitally based higher education practices across Europe.

We warmly welcome interdisciplinary presentations that connect different fields of science and art. ADLES 2025 offers a unique opportunity to present research in a broader international context, establish new collaborations, and engage in dialogue across diverse academic and professional domains.

Conference Details

  • Dates: December 11–12, 2025
  • Reception: December 10, 2025 (for international guests)
  • Location: Kaunas, Lithuania & Online (Hybrid format)
  • Hosted by: Kauno kolegija HEI
  • Framework: UNINOVIS European University Alliance

Key Visuals & Social Media Kit

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Plenary Speakers

Dr. María Bobadilla-Pérez

Dr. María Bobadilla-Pérez

University of A Coruña, Spain

Associate Professor and Vice-Rector for International Affairs specializing in second language acquisition, bilingual and multilingual education, and language, literature, and cultural didactics.

Dr. Jakub Dąbrowski

Dr. Jakub Dąbrowski

Academy of Fine Arts in Warsaw, Poland

Art historian and legal scholar, author of Censorship in Polish Art after 1989: Art, Law, Politics, teaching copyright law and contemporary art history.

Eveke de Louw

Eveke de Louw

The Hague University of Applied Sciences, Netherlands

International studies expert researching the integration of international perspectives at home and the role of academic development specialists in enhancing program internationalization.

Dr. Anna Merry

Dr. Anna Merry

Frederick University, Cyprus

Researcher and lecturer in design innovation coordinating projects on sustainable, playful, and experiential learning methods in art and design.

Key Areas

🎨 Digital Transformation

Digital transformation and innovative learning design in education

🌍 ArtTech & Languages

ArtTech, languages, inclusivity, and diversity in education

🤝 Social Work

Social work and resilience in a digital society

💡 Collaboration

Collaboration between academia, industry, and society

UNINOVIS Innovation Hub

Beyond the academic programme, Day 2 (December 12) will feature the UNINOVIS Innovation Hub: Bridging Research and Practice — an interactive session designed to foster collaboration, share best practices, and co-create new opportunities for innovation across our European alliance.

Registration & Submissions

Abstract Submission

Word Count: 300–500 words

Deadline: November 16, 2025

Innovation Hub Registration

Deadline: November 16, 2025

Register for the Innovation Hub session

Conference Theme

"Art, Design, Languages, Education and Social Work: Innovations in Theory and Practice" explores the intersection of creative disciplines, education, and social innovation. The conference provides a platform for interdisciplinary dialogue and practical application of research findings.

ADLES 2025 is not only a platform to discuss and present current issues in arts and education but also a collaboration hub for innovative learning, social inclusion, and knowledge dissemination. This hybrid format ensures maximum accessibility, enabling participants worldwide to engage with cutting-edge research and transformative practices.