The 24th Annual Conference of the International Society for Quality-of-Life Studies

"Beyond the Bluegrass: Harnessing Research to Enhance Quality-of-life"

August 11-14, 2026; Lexington, Kentucky, United States of America 

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The International Society for Quality-of-Life Studies (ISQOLS) is excited to announce its 24th annual conference, set to take place in the beautiful Bluegrass region of Lexington, Kentucky!

The theme of this year’s conference is “Beyond the Bluegrass: Harnessing Research to Enhance Quality of Life.” As ISQOLS moves into three decades of advancing the study of quality of life, well-being, and happiness, we invite scholars from diverse disciplines and methodological backgrounds to contribute their research. This conference will take place at the University of Kentucky and offers a unique platform to explore innovative approaches and their implications for policymaking, with a shared commitment to enhancing societal well-being. Confirmed keynotes include, David Bartram (University of Leicester), Robert Biswas-Diener (Positive Acorn), Carol Graham (The Brookings Institution, University of Maryland), and Alexandria Huerta (USAID). 

Join us as we gather researchers and practitioners from around the globe to share insights, discuss impactful findings, and forge connections that drive forward the pursuit of sustainable well-being for all.  

Not a member? Join us at https://isqols.org/join

Contact

Questions? Please contact: office@isqols.org

Organization Information:

ISQOLS: The International Society for Quality-of-Life Studies (ISQOLS) is an international society whose purpose are to promote and encourage research in the field of quality-of-life (QOL) studies. Established in 1995 by a group of academic colleagues who have long engaged in quality-of-life research, ISQOLS became an interdisciplinary and professional home that binds scientists doing quality of life or well-being research in the basic and applied social and behavioral sciences.