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Statute

Location:
CIRLEP (Cultural Development Centre on “Literature and Psychoanalysis”) is established at the University of Naples “L’Orientale,” with its operational headquarters at the Department of Literary, Linguistic and Comparative Studies, Via Duomo 219, Naples.

Aims:
The Centre promotes research, dissemination, and cultural service activities in the fields of literature, related arts, and psychoanalysis. Its main objectives include:

  • Development and consolidation of interdisciplinary scientific research.

  • Visibility of research outcomes through seminars, conferences, and symposia.

  • Dissemination of results via digital archives, online networks, and publications.

  • Participation in national and international research projects.

  • Training of young researchers and cultural practitioners through research fellowships and doctoral scholarships.

  • Organization of continuing education courses for teachers and cultural operators.

  • Publication of monographs, collected volumes, and a Dictionary of terms and themes in psychoanalysis and literature.

Governing Bodies:

  • President: elected by the Assembly with an absolute majority of members and responsible for the overall management of the Centre.

  • Scientific Board: composed of the President and four University faculty members elected by the Assembly; it may be expanded to include representatives from partner institutions. The term of office is three years and is renewable.

  • Assembly of Members: provides opinions on the Centre’s activities and approves the President and the Scientific Board.

Funding
The Centre may receive resources from:

  • University research funds (individual and collective, PRA, etc.).

  • External public and private entities, such as the Municipality of Naples, the Campania Region, the Banco di Napoli Foundation, and the European Community.

Activities
CIRLEP promotes national and international collaborations, academic exchanges, public events as part of its third-mission activities, and cultural initiatives that enhance the relationship between literature and psychoanalysis.