About SMSociety
The International Conference on Social Media & Society brings together researchers, practitioners, and policymakers to explore how digital platforms shape our world.
Our Mission
SMSociety is the premier international venue for scholars investigating the complex interplay between social media platforms and society. Since its inception, the conference has fostered rigorous academic inquiry into how digital technologies mediate communication, power, and collective action.
The 2026 edition, themed "Platform Power and Social Futures," focuses on the growing influence of digital platforms in shaping democratic governance, economic structures, and public discourse. We seek contributions that critically examine these dynamics through empirical research, theoretical innovation, and methodological advancement.
Held in Copenhagen, Denmark, SMSociety 2026 embraces the Nordic tradition of open inquiry and democratic deliberation. The conference provides a unique space for interdisciplinary exchange, bringing together scholars from communication studies, political science, sociology, computer science, law, and related fields.
At a Glance
- Theme
- Platform Power and Social Futures
- Dates
- March 2 - 6, 2026
- Location
- Copenhagen, Denmark
- Format
- In-Person
- Tracks
- Full Papers
- Expected Attendance
- 400+ Researchers
Conference History
Over the years, SMSociety has grown from a small workshop into one of the leading venues for social media research worldwide.
Inaugural conference held in Toronto, Canada
Expanded to include workshops and industry panels
First European edition held in Toronto, growing global reach
Transitioned to hybrid format during the pandemic
Returned fully in-person with record attendance
Coming to Copenhagen with the theme: Platform Power and Social Futures
Thematic Scope
SMSociety 2026 welcomes submissions across a broad range of topics at the intersection of social media, platforms, and society. Key areas of interest include: