Call for Abstracts 2nd National Conference On Gender Justice by NLU Nagpur (Submit by Jan 18)

About The Centre

The Centre for Gender Justice Studies, an initiative by Prof. (Dr.) Shilpa Jain, Professor of Law at Maharashtra National Law University, Nagpur, aims to address the emerging rights of diverse genders and ensure their freedom to fully realize basic rights.

Committed to contributing meaningfully to the field, the Centre undertakes interdisciplinary studies involving legal academia and other stakeholders, enriching the global discourse on gender justice

Details About The Conference

Centre for Gender Justice Studies, MNLU Nagpur is organising the 2^nd National Conference on Gender Justice: Breaking Stereotypes, Discrimination and Prejudice 2026.

Gender equality is not only a fundamental human right but a necessary foundation for a peaceful, prosperous, sustainable world. It is important to observe that sex is biological manifestation, while gender is a social tag that is based on certain pre-defined norms. The Constitution of India guarantees equality before the law and equal opportunity for all, yet overcoming discrimination and prejudice remains a long journey.

Additionally, Goal 5 of the Sustainable Development Goals 2015 aims for gender equality by 2030. Achieving these calls for resilience against persistent barriers. To achieve an overall development, the marginalized genders must engage socially, economically and politically on a larger level. In this backdrop MNLU, Nagpur is organizing the 2nd National Conference on “Gender Justice: Breaking Stereotypes, Discriminations and Prejudices.”

Mode Of The Conference

The Conference shall be held in hybrid mode. The participants can choose to present either in online mode or at the campus of Maharashtra National Law University, Nagpur.

Awards

One paper from each theme will be given the BEST PRESENTATION Award Certificate. Selected papers under each theme will be published in a book carrying ISBN number

Themes And Sub Themes

1. Gender and Law
2. Impact of New Criminal Laws on Gender Rights and Vulnerabilities
3. Gender Justice within Global Legal Frameworks and Treaties
4. Paternity, Custody and Visitation in Personal Laws of Father
5. Gender and Faith: Navigating Power, Identity, and Belief
6. Gender and Art
7. Trans and Queer Expression Through Contemporary Art
8. Changing Representations of Masculinity in Visual Culture
9. Feminist and Intersectional Narratives in Film and Media
10. Gender and Technology
11. Artificial Intelligence: Perpetuator of Gender Bias
12. Algorithms of Influence: Digital Identities and Queer Representation Online
13. Incel Culture and the Manosphere as Sites of Gendered Identity Formation Online
14. Gender Equality through Technology
15. Gender and Environment
16. Climate Change, Migration, and Gendered Vulnerabilities
17. Environmental Justice: Intersections with Gender and Power
18. Rethinking Nature and Resources through Feminist Political Ecology
19. Gender and Health
20. Mental Health: Breaking the Silence
21. Reproductive and Bodily Autonomy Across the Gender Spectrum
22. Trans and Non-Binary Health: Rights, Access, and Gaps in the Health Care System
23. Gender and Economics
24. Economic Marginalization of LGBTQIA+ Communities
25. Power, Patriarchy, and Masculinity in Economic Structures
26. Gender Budgeting: An Economic Analysis

Eligibility

1. Academicians
2. Lawyers
3. Social activists
4. Research Scholars
5. Students

Submission Guidelines

Abstract:

The abstract should not exceed 300 – 350 words, accompanied by a cover page stating the following:

• Theme and Sub-theme
• Title of the paper
• Name of the Author(s)
• E-mail address
• Postal address
• Contact Number

Only the selected abstracts will be permitted for presentation. Abstracts must be submitted on or before 18th January, 2026 on the following link:

Click Here to Submit.

Note: Co-authorship is permitted to a maximum of two authors and at least one author must attend the Conference to present the paper. All submissions must be the author’s original and unpublished work.

For research paper:

• The word limit of the paper shall be 4000-6000 words (exclusive of footnotes).
• The font style of the paper should be Times New Roman with font size 12 for the main text and 10 for the footnotes.
• The line spacing for the main text and footnotes should be 1.5″ and 1″ respectively. (Endnotes are not permitted).
• Margin of 1″ should be maintained on all four sides of the pages.
• Citation Style: Bluebook, 20th edition.
• The file name should be in the format given.
• Nomenclature – Name of Author + Title of paper. The abstract and full paper has to be submitted in .doc format.
• The plagiarism limit is 10%. The submitted manuscript must be original human-authored work and not contain any text generated by artificial intelligence.
• All papers must be submitted on or before February 22, 2026.

Important Dates

1. Abstract Submission: January 18, 2026
2. Intimation of Acceptance: January 25, 2026
3. Date of Final Registration: January 31, 2026
4. Full Paper Submission: February 22, 2026
5. Conference Date: March 7, 2026

Registration/Submission Procedure

Abstract selection will be communicated via email. After the selection of the Abstract, participants are required to pay the registration fees (exclusive of accommodation charges) and upload the receipt to the registration form. Fee payment for registration can be done through the link provided through email.

The last date for payment of the registration fee is January 31st, 2026.

Accommodation will be provided on first come first serve basis, with additional charges.

Fee Details

Students & Research Scholars:

1.Single Authorship – Rs. 1,500

2.Co-Authorship – Rs. 2,300

Academicians & Professionals:

1.Single Authorship – Rs. 2,000

2.Co-Authorship – Rs. 3,000

Deadlines/Dates

The registration form can be filled by 11:59 pm, 31th January, 2026.

Contact Information

• Ms. Tanya Bansal: tanyabansal@nlunagpur.ac.in
• Ms. Shardul Makhare: shardulmakhare@nlunagpur.ac.in  
• Ms. Riya Thakre: riyathakre@nlunagpur.ac.in

Email: cgjs@nlunagpur.ac.in

The brochure is here.