Submission Guidelines

All papers must be original and not simultaneously submitted to another journal or conference. The following paper categories are welcome.

Abstract/Full Paper Submission and Guidelines

Authors are required to submit an extended abstract (1500 Words) in the following format: Title; Author(s) and Affiliations(s); Purpose , Brief Literature Review; Research Gap, Design/Methodology/Approach; Findings(Expected/Preliminary); Research Implications; Practical Implications(if applicable); Originality/Value; Keywords(4-6). For Full paper 8000 words( Inclusive of all components of manuscript)

Student Poster Presentation

Students are invited to participate in a poster presentation on the conference themes / sub-themes. There will be a display area where all such posters will be exhibited. The three best poster presentations will be awarded. A Students team of 2-4 members can register as team for Poster Presentation. Applicable to UG/PG Students of HEIs.

List of Topics

Track 1 Green Development: Sustainability, Resilience and Environmental Innovation

• Sustainability and ESG practices
• Climate adaptation and resilience
• Circular economy and resource efficiency
• Green innovation and sustainable technologies
• Renewable energy and smart energy systems
• Sustainable infrastructure and urban development
• Responsible production and consumption
• Environmental management and policy

Track 2 Global Connectivity: Digital Transformation, Networks and Connected Societies

• Digital inclusion and connectivity
• Smart cities and intelligent infrastructure
• Internet of Things (IoT) and connected ecosystems
• Digital transformation in public and private sectors
• Global digital ecosystems and collaboration
• Emerging technologies and societal change
• Technology adoption in developing economies

Track 3 Governance: Policy, Ethics and Responsible Digital Futures

• Digital governance and e-governance
• Public policy and technology regulation
• AI ethics and responsible innovation
• Cybersecurity and digital trust
• Data privacy and data governance
• Governance of smart technologies
• Institutional innovation and public administration
• Sustainable governance and accountability

Track 4 Grand Challenges: Addressing Complex Societal, Technological and Developmental Transitions

• Climate change and environmental challenges
• Digital divide and social inclusion
• Future of work and workforce transformation
• Health, well-being, and technology
• Education and digital learning
• Urbanization and resilient communities
• Disaster management and resilience
• Sustainable lifestyles and behavioural transformationTechnology and societal well-being

Track 5 Growth: Entrepreneurship, Innovation and Inclusive Prosperity

• Entrepreneurship and startup ecosystems
• Innovation management and technology commercialization
• MSME development and competitiveness
• Financial inclusion and fintech innovation
• Social entrepreneurship and impact investing
• Sustainable business models
• Innovation-driven economic growth
• Women entrepreneurship and leadership
• Creative and knowledge economies

Track 6 Social welfare and Inclusive Societies

• Social work and the Sustainable Development Goals
• Social welfare policies and governance
• Human rights, social justice, and equity
• Community development and social innovation
• Mental health and psychosocial support
• Digital transformation and Artificial Intelligence in social work practice

Invited Speakers

Pre Conference Workshop Speakers (27th Sept 2026, Online)

• Prof Charbel Salloum,EM Normandie Business School, France
• Prof. Atul Parvatiyar, Professor of Marketing Practice, Texas Tech University, USA

Eminent Speakers (28th-29th Sept 2026, Manipal University Jaipur + Hybrid)

• Prof Ashish Bajpai, Director, Institute of Management Studies, Banaras Hindu University
• Prof Falguni Vasavada, MICA Ahmedabad
• Prof Gül Erkol Bayram, Dean, Faculty of Tourism, Sinop University, Turkiye
• Prof. Ravinder Rena, Durban University of Technology, South Africa
• Dr Mohit Anand, Associate Professor, EMLYON Business School, France
• Dr Timilehin Olasoji Olubiyi, Acting Dean, West Midlands Open University, Nigeria
• Prof Amit Shankar, Dean(Research), IIM Vishakhapatnam
• Prof Amol Dhaigude, SPJIMR Mumbai
• Prof Abhishek Srivastava, IIM Kashipur
• Dr Rajendra Baikady, Assistant Professor, Central University of Kerala
• Dr Dalwinder Kaur, GlobalNxt University, Malaysia
• Dr Pooja Kumari, IIM Vishakhapatnam

Publication

Selected papers presented at the conference may have the opportunity to be considered for publication in Special Edited Issues of Springer & Routledge, subject to the publishers' editorial policies and peer-review processes.

I. World Sustainability Series (Springer) volume titled: Sustainable Development in Practice: Resilient, Inclusive, and Scalable Approaches. Final acceptance will be subject to editorial review of the complete manuscript in line with Springer’s quality standards.

II. World Sustainability Series (Springer) volume titled: Orange Economy and Sustainability: Creative Pathways for Inclusive and Resilient Development in Emerging Economies. Final acceptance will be subject to editorial review of the complete manuscript in line with Springer’s quality standards.

III. Social Work and Society(Routledge Edited Volume Series): Subject to Peer review and Editorial Acceptance.

*Only full paper submissions will be eligible for possible publication consideration in supported series.

Venue

The conference will be held in Manipal University Jaipur(Hybrid Mode)

Contact

For any enquire email ic5g2026@gmail.com Or Call: +918619501294