The International Society for the Study of Religion, Nature and Culture (ISSRNC) is a community of scholars engaged in critical inquiry into the relationships among human beings and their diverse cultures, environments, religious beliefs and practices. The ISSRNC facilitates scholarly collaboration and research, and disseminates research findings through regular conferences and the affiliated Journal for the Study of Religion, Nature, and Culture.
The ISSRNC is affiliated with the International Association for the History of Religions (IAHR), which promotes the critical, analytical and cross-cultural study of religion. The IAHR is a member of the Conseil International de la Philosophie et des Sciences Humaines/ The International Council for Philosophy and Humanistic Studies (CIPSH), under the auspices of UNESCO.
The Board of Directors cordially invites all individuals interested in the scholarly investigation of religion, nature, and culture to join and to participate in ISSRNC activities. Members not only enjoy a growing number of benefits, including the Society's quarterly journal: they also directly increase the profile and strength of this important and growing scholarly field, and help create further opportunities for Religion and Nature scholars.
After its inception in 2006 the society grew steadily, reaching 215 members by the end of 2008. In the wake of the global economic crisis, which heavily impacted higher education, our numbers declined by over percent. As you are able, please strengthen the ISSRNC by joining or renewing your membership. Our goal is to reach and retain over 200 members in 2010!