Two-Day Interdisciplinary International Conference On Human-Animal Conflict And Compensation by Centre For Research in Environmental Law, DNLU: Register by August 25

About CREL

The Centre for Research in Environmental Law (CREL) is an endeavour of the Dharmashastra National Law University (DNLU), Jabalpur, M.P., India to respond to the need for legal scholarship and research in the areas of environmental law. The Centre strives to promote outstanding research in Environmental Law. In lieu of this, CREL through its various initiatives, programs and platform provides an opportunity for all the legal and social science fraternity and environment enthusiasts to share their experiences and opinion on contemporary issues of Environmental concern.

About The CREL International Conference

Two-Day Interdisciplinary International Conference on “Human-Animal Conflict and Compensation” in collaboration with CEERA, NLSIU.” The conference aimed to provide a platform for scholars, researchers, practitioners, and policymakers from various disciplines to explore and discuss the complexities surrounding human-animal conflicts and the importance of compensation in mitigating the impact on both humans and animals.

It would throw light on various aspects of human-animal conflicts, compensation mechanisms, and legal frameworks. It will highlight the need for comprehensive policies that prioritize both human and animal welfare while maintaining ecological balance.

Objectives Of The Conference

• To critically analyze existing legal frameworks addressing human-animal conflicts and compensation, identifying gaps, challenges, and areas for improvement.
• To explore innovative legal approaches and mechanisms for preventing, mitigating, and resolving human-animal conflicts, considering the interests of both humans and animals.
• To examine the role of compensation in legal frameworks and develop strategies for ensuring fair and adequate compensation for individuals and communities affected by human-animal conflicts.
• To discuss the international and comparative legal perspectives on human-animal conflicts and compensation, promoting cross-jurisdictional learning and knowledge exchange.
• To identify legal barriers and obstacles that hinder effective conflict resolution and compensation mechanisms, and propose strategies for overcoming these challenges. To contribute to the development of comprehensive and harmonized legal policies that prioritize the well-being of both humans and animals while maintaining ecological balance, with a focus on sustainable development principles.

Who May Attend The Conference?

• Lawyers, Legal Professionals, Policy Makers, and Green Advocates. Academicians, Students, and Research Scholars from the disciplines of Law, Environmental Sciences, Management and Ethics, Environmental Engineering, or Environmental Health.
• Regulatory agencies, Officers from Pollution Control Board, Forest and Wildlife, and Biodiversity Authority.
• Industry professionals, EHS managers, Compliance Personnel, Environmental Auditors, and Engineers.

Thematic Areas For Paper Presentation

The theme of the two days Interdisciplinary International Conference is ‘Human-Animal Conflict and Compensation’

Human, Animal Conflict and Biodiversity

• Biodiversity Convention and Implementation
• Wildlife Policy Issues and Challenges
• Forest Wildlife Protection and Laws National Parks, Sanctuaries, Maintenance and Protection of Animals

Human, Animal Conflict and Climate Change

• Climate Change and Migration of Species Arms Conflicts, Migration, and Climate Change
• Global Warming: National and International Perspectives
• Climate Change and Technology

Role of Judiciary in Preserving the Animal Rights

• Deforestation and Animal Protection: Challenges and Laws
• Poaching, Hunting of Animals: Regulation and Compensation
• Treatment and Handling of Animals: Judicial Pronouncements
• Civil and Criminal Liability and Animal Protection

Contemporary Environmental Challenges and Compensation regime

• Human Rights V Rights of Animals
• Environmental Impact Assessment: Key Issues and Compliance
• Environmental Crimes Related to Animal
• The Exploitation of Resources and Principle of Intergenerational Equity

Submission Guidelines for Papers Presentation

• Participants may register for the conference as an Author or Delegate/Observer.
• Since it is an interdisciplinary international conference thus the attendees from any field can participate in the conference having exposure to law or the environment.
• All the Participants are required to register and for authors, they are required to fill out separate Google from for the Abstract Submission.
• Abstracts of 350-500 words (excluding key words), on the above- mentioned themes are invited, submitted as Word (.doc/.docx) documents, with a separate file containing the name, e-mail id, and designation of the author(s) and contact details.
• All abstracts shall contain between 4-5 keywords.
• All Abstracts to be shared through a google form on or before August 20th, 2023.
• There shall be a maximum of only Three Authors for each Article / Essay, and all participants are permitted to enjoin as co-author to a maximum of one Article/ Essay only.
• Potential contributors are required to adhere to a uniform mode of citation. (21st edition of The Bluebook: A Uniform System of Citation).
  • Submissions accepted:
• Essays: 2000 – 4000 words (exclusive of footnotes)
• Articles: 3000 – 6000 words (exclusive of footnotes)
• Authors may be expected to revise their abstracts and full essay/article submission based on reviews and comments received from the review-cum-editorial board.
• Contributors who are unable to travel to India would be accommodated through videoconferencing.
• Publication in the book having ISBN No. Publication fee shall be charged separately post acceptance of the complete manuscript.
• The best two papers shall be awarded honorariums of Rs.5000 and Rs. 3000 respectively.

Important Dates

• Submission of Abstract – Aug 25, 2023
• Complete Manuscript- Sep 30, 2023
• Registration- Aug 25, 2023
• Inaugural and Expert Talk/Panel Discussion by Resource Persons – Sept 09, 2023
• Paper Presentation and Concluding Ceremony – Sept 10, 2023

Registration Fee and Link

Click here for the registration.

Payment Details For Registration Fee

If facing any issue regarding payment of the registration contact email id at: [email protected]

Additional Information

• Further particulars of the Conference will be communicated shortly.
• The Organizers reserve their right to make such modifications, including additions and deletions, in connection with or incidental to the organization of this two-Day International Conference.

Contact For Additional Information

• Phone: 8959001970 (Mr. Jatin) 7389720815 (Mr. Hemant)
• Email: [email protected]