Cfp: International Conference on Sustainable Development to Protect the Environment, the Climate and Human Living Conditions: Submit by May 1

About Kerala Law Academy Law College

Kerala Law Academy, also referred to as the Kerala Law Academy Law College, is a self-financing law college in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India. Founded in 1967, it is the first, and was for many years the only, self-financing law institution in the state. It is accredited by the Bar Council of India.

About the Conference

This international conference is a tribute to the power of global collaboration, bringing together esteemed institutions from around the world – Université Paris Nanterre (France), Kerala Law Academy Law College (India), Europa Universität Viadrina (Germany), and Université Franco-Allemande (Germany). This collective effort aims to foster a rich exchange of perspectives and ideas from diverse geographical and cultural contexts, ultimately contributing to a deeper understanding of sustainable development and its far-reaching implications for our shared future.

About the Opportunity

Kerala Law Academy Law College invites submissions for its International Conferenceon “Sustainable Development to Protect the Environment, the Climate and Human Living Conditions in the Light of the United Nation’s Sustainable Development Goals”, Organized by The Université Paris Nanterre (France), Kerala Law Academy Law College (India), Europa Universität Viadrina (Germany), and Université Franco-Allemande (Germany), to be held in offline mode at Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, (India), from 29^th September 2025 to 2^nd October 2025.

Mode

The seminar will be conducted offline at Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India. All participants are expected to be present in person at the venue. The exact address and location details will be shared with registered participants prior to the event.

Sub- Themes

1. Environmental Protection.
2. Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation.
3. Renewable Energy and Green Technologies.
4. Conservation of Biodiversity and Natural Resources.
5. Reducing Pollution and Waste Management.
6. Sustainable Agriculture and Food Systems.
7. Improving Human Working Conditions.
8. Fair Wages and Economic Equality.
9. Workplace Safety and Health Standards.
10. Ethical Labour Practices and Workers’ Rights.
11. Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and Sustainability.
12. The Role of Governments and Policies in Labour Protection
13. Intersection of Environment and Human Work Conditions.
14. Green Jobs and Sustainable Employment.
15. The Impact of Climate Change on Workers (e.g., Heat Stress, Displacement).
16. Eco-Friendly Industrial Practices and Supply Chains.
17. The Future of Work in a Sustainable Economy.
18. Education and Awareness for a Sustainable Workforce.
19. Comparative analysis of environmental and labour policies in developed vs. developing nations.
20. The role of international organisations (ILO, UN, WTO) in regulating sustainability and labour rights.
21. Case studies of successful policy models (e.g., EU Green Deal, Scandinavian labour policies).
22. Challenges in enforcing environmental and labour laws across borders.

Note: These Themes are not exhaustive; authors are open to work on any topic related to above-mentioned theme.

Publication Opportunity

Good research articles received would be published in Proceedings with an ISBN.

Guidelines for Paper Submission

• Kindly confine yourself to the areas identifiable with the theme of the seminar.
• The papers must be in Times New Roman, Font Size: Heading-14, Text-12 in A4 format, single line spacing, in justified format, not exceeding 2500 words including Title details of the Author/s, and Footnotes.
• Authors are encouraged to use The Bluebook (20th ed.) citation format for footnotes, which should be in Times New Roman Font 10. Further, speaking footnotes are discouraged.
• An Abstract not exceeding 250 words shall be submitted for consideration.
• The Abstract shall contain the Synopsis of the Paper, Subtitles, Reference materials, and conclusion indicating the author’s perspective.
• The Abstract shall contain the Synopsis of the Paper, Subtitles, Reference materials, and conclusion indicating the author’s perspective.
• The Abstract must be mailed to [email protected] on or before 1^st May 2025. It must be accompanied by a cover page, stating the following: Title of the paper; Sub-Theme; Name of Author(s); Name of Institute/Organisation; Official Designation; E-mail Address; Postal Address, and Contact Number.
• The Submission should be in WORD FORMAT.
• All footnotes must adhere to the 20th edition of Bluebook standards and must be styled using the footnote option in Word. The paper must not include borders, underlines, or other design objects.
• References need not be mentioned at the end of a paper and must be included within footnotes.
• Precedents may be in Italics but not bold.
• All subheadings must be left-aligned in bold.
• The Papers shall be screened by a Committee. The Full Papers (2500 words) approved by the Committee shall be accepted for presentation in the Seminar. The intimation of selection will be made through email.
• The final paper should contain a cover page that includes Name, Designation, Rand elevant 
• Discipline and Year of Study, Address, e-mail ID, and Contact number. Authors are to give details in the Full Paper.
• Abstracts and papers should be written in English; the working language of the Seminar will be English, and presentations shall be done in English.
• Submissions should be made by the author who will attend the Seminar.
• Co-Authorship is allowed but limited to one Co-Author only.
• Only one paper per participant will be permitted. Multiple submissions will lead to disqualification.
• No part of the paper should have been published earlier, nor should it be under consideration for publication. Any form of Plagiarism will result in immediate disqualification.
• The organisers will make an earnest effort to publish the best articles selected from among those received, subject to their acceptance by reputed journals as per their criteria.
• Publishing Charges, if any demanded for the journal to be paid by the author.

Submission Procedure

Kindly send the abstract on or before 14th March, 2025, by e-mail to [email protected]

Important Dates

• Submission of Abstracts: 1st May 2025
• Communication of Abstract Acceptance: 3^rd May 2025
• Submission of Full paper: 20th June 2025
• Intimation of Full Paper Acceptance: 22nd June 2025
• Date of payment of Registration fee: 10^th August 2025
• International Seminar: 29^th September to 2^nd October 2025

Registration Fees and Payment Details

• Students & Research Scholars – INR 1000/- (Participation)
  • INR 1500/- (Paper Presentation)
• Faculty, Academicians & Advocates – INR 1500/- (Participation)
  • INR 2000/- (Paper Presentation)

Awards

All the Participants registered for Presentation and Participation will be awarded with   respective certificates.

Contact Information

Faculty Convenors

• Dr. Dakshina Saraswati, Associate professor, KLA (+91 9744169215)
• Dr. Malavika J., Assistant Professor, KLA (+91 8281682549)
• Varun Dev, Assistant Professor, KLA (+91 8075634823)

Student convenors

• Aiswarya Thulasi (+91 8943363965)
• Namitha K Sethu (+91 8078989391)
• Akshara D N (+91 7510969215)
• Arya S (+91 94003 31145)