Symposium of Young Archaeologists · 2027

Shifting the Narrative.

SoYA 2027 brings together early-career researchers who are reshaping how archaeology is done, told, and shared.

[EVENT DATE TO BE ANNOUNCED]The Netherlands
A speaker presents to a large seated audience in a sunlit glass atrium at SoYA 2026

Present your research

Share your work with an international audience of early-career archaeologists and researchers.

Build connections

Meet peers, mentors, and collaborators from across the field, in person and beyond.

Shape new narratives

Contribute to the questions, methods, and perspectives shaping archaeology's next chapter.

About SoYA

The Symposium of Young Archaeologists is an international platform for early-career researchers to present their work, exchange ideas, and build lasting connections across the field.

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2027 Theme

Shifting the Narrative

Every archaeological field is defined by its own longstanding narratives — narratives that can enrich research, but also limit it. At SoYA 2027, we're spotlighting early-career researchers who are challenging and reshaping those narratives.

Ready to take part?

Abstract submissions close 30 November 2026. Registration opens soon — check back for details.