Call for Abstracts | 2-Day National Conference on Intersecting Identities by Techno India University: Submit by Feb 14

About Techno India University, West Bengal

Techno India University, West Bengal was conceptualized under the aegis of the Techno India Group and was established by virtue of the WB State Legislature Act in the year 2012. It has been one of the dream projects of the Chief Minister of West Bengal, Smt Mamata Banerjee. Standing tall as the first private university of West Bengal, Techno India University, West Bengal is an institute of world-wide repute in the field of education, research and technology.

Ever since its inception, Techno India University, West Bengal’s undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral candidates have shown remarkable performances in their respective fields on account of the high quality education imparted by our distinguished professors and mentors.

About Centre for Women & Gender Studies, Techno India University

The Centre for Women & Gender Studies at Techno India University, West Bengal, was inaugurated by Prof. Manoshi Roychowdhury, Co-Chairperson, Techno India Group, on 16^th March, 2023, in the presence of Ms. Urmimala Bose, renowned elocutionist, and Ms. Moupia Nandy, Deputy Editor of a leading Bengali news channel.

Programme Overview

The two-day conference will include:

• Inaugural Session with Chief Guest Address and Keynote Lecture
• Plenary Panel Discussion
• Parallel Paper Presentation Sessions (Online & Offline)
• Valedictory Session with Awards and Reflections

The hybrid format ensures inclusive participation and wider academic engagement.

About Call for Papers

The Conference invites original, unpublished scholarly contributions that critically engage with the conference theme and its sub-themes. Selected high-quality papers, after peer review, will be considered for publication in an edited volume to be published by Raunaq Publications.

Submissions are welcome in the following categories:

Types of Submissions

• Review Articles
• Research Articles
• Short Commentaries

Early-career researchers, doctoral scholars, practitioners, and activists are especially encouraged to contribute.

Only selected abstracts will be considered for full paper submission.

Thematic Focus Areas

1. Intersectionality and Social Inequalities
   Gender in relation to caste, class, religion, ethnicity, disability, region, and global perspectives. (Keywords for reference: Anti-discrimination, Human Rights, Social Justice, Representation, Identity, Cultural Narratives, Social Identity, Implicit Bias, Resilience, Inequality, Labor Segmentation, Social Mobility, Feminist Literature, Postcolonial Critique, Diversity, Inclusion, Equity Policy, Health Access, Pharmacoequity, Media Representation, Digital Inclusion, Demographics, Environmental Justice)
2. Masculinities, Femininities, and Power
   Changing gender roles, family dynamics, emotional labour, care work, and mental health. (Keywords for reference: Domestic Violence, Parental Leave, Labor Rights, Gendered Storytelling, Character Design, Gender Identity, Role Conflict, Emotional Labor, Wage Gap, Unpaid Care Work, Social Reproduction, Masculinity Studies, Feminist Narratives, Leadership Equity, HR Policy, Mental Health, Stress Management, Gender Representation, Media Framing, Neuropsychology, Behavioral Studies)
3. Media, Culture, and Technology
   Gender representation, digital identities, online activism, cyber violence, and emerging technologies. (Keywords for reference:  Cyber Law, Privacy, Online Harassment, Digital Storytelling, Virtual Identity, Cyberbullying, Social Media Impact, Digital Economy, Tech Inequity, Digital Humanities, Online Discourse, Social Media Strategy, E-Reputation, Telemedicine, Digital Health, Activism, Online Representation, AI Bias, Tech Ethics)
4. Body, Identity, and Autonomy
   Body politics, beauty norms, reproductive health, healthcare access, stigma, and resistance.(Keywords for reference: Bodily Autonomy, Reproductive Rights, Consent, Body Representation, Visual Aesthetics, Body Image, Stigma, Self-Esteem, Healthcare Access, Cost of Care, Embodiment, Cultural Narratives, Wellness Programs, HR Benefits, Reproductive Health, Patient Advocacy, Beauty Norms, Health Campaigns, Public Health, Biomedical Ethics)
5. Queer, Trans, and Non-Binary Lives
   LGBTQIA+ experiences, kinship, belonging, and local/global queer narratives. (Keywords for reference: Marriage Equality, Anti-discrimination, Gender Recognition, Queer Aesthetics, Inclusive Storytelling, Minority Stress, Social Support, Labor Discrimination, Economic Inclusion, Queer Theory, LGBTQIA+ Literature, Workplace Inclusion, Diversity Training, Hormone Therapy, Healthcare Access, Queer Representation, Activism, Sexual Health, Epidemiology)
6. Gender, Institutions, and Governance
   Gendered experiences in education, workplaces, welfare systems, and governance. (Keywords for reference:  Education Law, Labor Law, Anti-Harassment, Institutional Critique, Policy Storytelling, Institutional Bias, Gendered Outcomes, Education Access, Gender Budgeting, Institutional Narratives, Feminist Critique, HR Governance, Organizational Equity, Health Policy, Access Equity, Advocacy, Policy Communication, Research Policy, Education Science)

Eligibility

• Academics and researchers in law, gender studies, sociology, BFA-VFX, Psychology Economics, English, Management, Pharmacy, Media Science and cultural studies
• Legal practitioners, judges, and policymakers
• Human rights activists and civil society organisations
• Graduate and doctoral students
• Media and technology professionals engaged with gender justice

Submission Guidelines

The submission guidelines are here.

Registration Fees

• Students: ₹500/-
• Ph.D. Scholars: ₹800/-
• Academicians / Professionals: ₹1,000/-

Registration fees are to be submitted only after acceptance of abstract.

Bank account details

• Name of the Account Holder: Techno India University, West Bengal
• Postal Address: EM 4/1, Salt Lake Sec-V, Bidhannagar, Kol-700091
• Bank Account Number: 32210200000215
• Name of Bank and Branch Name: 
• Bank Name: Bank of Baroda
• Branch Name: Gennext Salt Lake Branch Kolkata
• Bank Branch Address: 3221, Gennext Salt Lake Branch, DN-14, Vishnu Tower, Sector-V, Kolkata,
• West Bengal-700091, India
• Bank Branch Code: GENSAL

Important Dates

• Abstract Deadline: 14th February, 2026
• Acceptance Notification: 18th February, 2026
• Full Paper Deadline: 2nd March, 2026
• Word Limit (Abstracts): 300 words
• Word Limit (Full Papers): 5000–7000 words

Rules of the Programme

• E-certificates will be provided to all registered participants and presenters.
• Only selected abstract authors may present papers.
• A maximum of one co-author is permitted.
• Theme-wise Best Paper and Best Title awards will be conferred.
• Originality and plagiarism checks are integral to the evaluation process.

Submission Email: [email protected]

Submission Procedure

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The brochure is here.