About the Symposium
The Crisis Communication Think Tank (CCTT) Asia-Hub Annual Symposium 2026, to be held on 29–30 May 2026 at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hung Hom, Kowloon, Hong Kong, brings together leading scholars, practitioners, and emerging researchers to advance readiness and governance in crisis management in an increasingly digital and interconnected world.
The symposium focuses on how organisations, governments, and communities can better anticipate, prepare for, and respond to crises. In particular, the programme addresses:
- AI governance and algorithmic risks
- Misinformation and disinformation in crisis contexts
- Cybersecurity disruptions and digital vulnerabilities
- Business continuity, resilience, and stakeholder trust
By connecting frontier research with real-world practice, the symposium aims to strengthen an Asia-anchored global network for crisis communication research, teaching, and professional practice.
Theme
READINESS & GOVERNANCE in Crisis Management — Navigating Challenges in a Digital, Global Era
Dates
29–30 May 2026
Venue
The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU), Hung Hom, Kowloon, Hong Kong
Host
Department of Language Science and Technology (LST), PolyU
Co-organizers
- Crisis Communication Think Tank (CCTT), University of Georgia (UGA)
- School of Communication, Hong Kong Baptist University (HKBU)
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Organizing Committee
Chair:
- Prof Cindy NGAI, Associate Professor, LST, PolyU
Deputy Chairs:
- Prof Yan JIN, C. Richard Yarbrough
Professor in Crisis Communication Leadership and Director of the Crisis Communication Think Tank (CCTT), UGA - Prof Elina TACHKOVA
Assistant Professor, Department of Communication Studies, HKBU
Committee Members:
- Prof Regina CHEN
Head and Professor, Department of Communication Studies, HKBU - Prof LIU Ming
Assistant Professor, LST, PolyU - Prof Wenting YU
Assistant Professor, LST, PolyU - Dr Freya JIANG
Teaching Fellow, LST, PolyU - Mr Jackin WONG
Lecturer, LST, PolyU - Ms Xianzhu JIN
Project Assistant, LST, PolyU