Call for Papers | 2nd International Conference on Gender and Human Rights by ICFAI School of Law: Submit by Sep 30

About ICFAI School of Law

The ICFAI Law School, IFHE, Hyderabad, is a promising destination for students aspiring to pursue a career in law. It is an integral part of the ICFAI Foundation for Higher Education, a deemed-to-be University, and its programs are recognized by the Bar Council of India.

The school offers a five-year integrated BBA. LL.B. (Hons.), B.A. LL.B. (Hons.), B.A.J. LL.B. (Hons.) program, an LL.M. program in ADR, Corporate and Commercial Laws, Criminal Law, and Tax Laws, a Ph.D. program (full-time and part-time), and ten certificate courses in various contemporary legal subjects.

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About Centre for Gender Studies

Centre for Gender Studies The centre aims to foster research and academic discussions pertaining to gender stereotypes and discrimination. It is committed to raising awareness and improving access to justice in the context of gender related issues.

The Centre aims to engage with both faculty and students, striving to create a gender aware community on campus and beyond. The Centre envisions arrange diverse academic, technical, medical, cultural, and social events to empower vulnerable groups and promote gender equality in society. While promoting academic research in the area of gender studies by undertaking research projects, the Centre aims to collaborate with national and international organizations and researchers in the field of gender studies and related areas.

About the Conference

The conference aims to bring together academics, legal professionals, activists, policymakers, and stakeholders to engage in discussions and shape the future of gender and human rights law. It seeks to critically analyse existing legal frameworks, identify gaps, and propose strategies for more effective implementation. Additionally, it aims to address emerging issues such as technology, climate change, and migration’s impact on vulnerable populations.

Focus Areas

 The conference will focus on the complex intersections between gender and human rights law, examining how these two areas overlap and interact. Discussions will revolve around the protection and promotion of gender equality and human rights within the legal context. The event will also showcase successful strategies and campaigns from various regions and legal traditions that have advanced gender equality and human rights.

Global Perspective

 The conference will provide a global platform, featuring perspectives and case studies from diverse regions and legal traditions. It recognizes the importance of civil society and advocacy in driving positive change in these areas, fostering a global dialogue on gender and human rights and offering practical insights and inspiration to participants.

About Call for Papers

The Conference invites papers in correctional reforms in the form of full-length research and scholarly papers documenting original and substantial research work. Contributions are invited on philosophical, theoretical, practical and empirical investigations with emphasis on correctional reforms.

Papers may be in any of the substantive areas of gender and human rights, including but not limited to the themes of the conference. The themes of the conference are only indicative. It invites and encourage papers from other allied areas of gender studies, law, and human rights.

Themes

• Gender based violence and discrimination
• Reproductive justice
• LGBTQIA+ Rights and Legal recognition
• Technology, Privacy and Human Rights
• Climate change and Gender Justice
• Impact of gender on economic and social rights

Sub Themes

• Rights of Survivors of Gender Based violence
• Challenges faced by survivors and the readiness of the justice system
• Advocacy and Human Rights lawyering for victims of gender-based violence
• Reproductive Justice and Equality
• Access to Contraception and Termination
• Access to Reproductive Health and the legal framework
• Legal Recognition of Gender Identities
• Social Inclusion
• Right to Marriage and Adoption
• Media, Gender and Human Rights law
• Artificial Intelligence & it’s Impact of on Gender Inequalities
• Digital Divide and Gender and the legal system
• Gender, Migration and Poverty from a Gender Perspective
• Gender Inclusive Spaces and the law
• Sustainable Development and the Gender Discourse
• Right to work and non-discrimination at workplace
• Special legislation for protection from sexual harassment at workplace
• Other special legislation related to maternity relief

Submission Guidelines

• Students, Research Scholars, academicians, professionals, and practitioners in the field of Law can participate.
• Abstract and Full Paper submissions: Times New Roman, font size 12, spacing 1.5
• Footnotes: Footnoting style: Bluebook 20th Edition, Times New Roman, font size 10, single spaced
• Margins: 1 Inch on all sides
• Word limit: Abstract should be 300-500 words with keywords and must be accompanied by the name, designation, and contact details of the Author(s) and the word limit of a full Paper is 3000- 5000 words exclusive of Footnotes.
• Full paper shall be submitted with a plagiarism report of less than 10%.
• Co-authorship: up to two authors.
• All the submissions should be sent to [email protected]
• Selected papers will be published in a book with an ISBN.

Fee

Students and Research Scholars

• Participation with paper presentation – Rs. 1000 (India), $30 (International)
• Participation only – Rs. 500 (India), $20 (International)

Academicians or Professionals

• Participation with paper presentation – Rs. 1500 (India), $40 (International)
• Participation only – Rs 1000 (India), $30 (International)

Important Dates

• Abstract Submission – 20th September, 2026.
• Final paper submission – 3rd October, 2026
• Conference date – 8th – 9th October, 2026.

Contact Information

Email: [email protected]