Call For Papers Labour Law Conference 2026 by Lloyd Law College, Submit by 31st Dec

It features specialized centers for holistic student growth and was mentored by Padma Bhushan Late Prof. (Dr.) N.R. Madhava Menon, the “Father of Modern Legal Education in India” and founder of prestigious institutions like NLSIU Bengaluru and NUJS Kolkata.

About the Seminar

The conference discusses the implementation of India’s four Labour Codes (effective 21 November 2025), focusing on modernizing regulations, worker welfare, and alignment with global standards like ILO conventions and UN SDGs. It addresses digital transformation, gig economy, gender equity, sustainable jobs, and more. Participants include policymakers, experts, industry leaders, academicians, unions, NGOs, and youth. Outcomes: Formulation of a New Labour Framework, SDG contributions, analysis of Labour Codes, and policy briefs.

Title: Labour Law Conference 2026

Organizer: Lloyd Law College | Lloyd School of Law

Dates: 27 & 28 March 2026

Venue: Lloyd Law College, Greater Noida

Format: Hybrid (in-person plenaries and virtual tracks), including keynote addresses, panel discussions, workshops, and youth forums.

Theme: “Empowering Workers in a Changing World: Towards Inclusive, Sustainable, Equitable Labour and Justice”

About Call for Papers

The conference invites submissions of academic papers, including conceptual papers and policy papers, to foster discourse on labour reforms. Selected papers will contribute to plenaries, workshops, and publications.

Eligibility

Submissions are open to national and international participants, including policymakers, labour unions, employers, legal practitioners, academics, NGOs, and youth advocates. Authorship is limited to a maximum of three authors per manuscript (one corresponding author and up to two co-authors). At least one author must hold a professional designation, be a research scholar, advocate, labour union member, or serving faculty to ensure scholarly rigor.

Theme

Main Theme: “Empowering Workers in a Changing World: Towards Inclusive, Sustainable, Equitable Labour and Justice”

Key Sub-Themes (Tentative, 16 Themes with Sub-Topics):

• Theme 1: Revolutionizing Labour Protections – India’s New Labour Codes in a Global Context (e.g., implementation challenges, wages/social security integration, occupational health, gender-responsive adaptations).
• Theme 2: From Legacy Laws to Lasting Legacy – Transforming Labour Laws for the 21st Century (e.g., codification impacts, gig economy regulation, sustainable dispute mechanisms, youth skill development).
• Theme 3: Equitable Futures – India’s Labour Codes as Pillars of Justice (e.g., anti-discrimination, social dialogue, universal coverage, supply chain compliance).
• Theme 4: Digital Labour Renaissance – Codes, Innovation, and Human-Centered Regulation (e.g., algorithmic accountability, remote work protections, data privacy, ethical AI training).
• Theme 5: Sustainable Labour Ecologies – Green Transitions Through Progressive Codes (e.g., just transition policies, eco-social security, safety in renewables, sustainable wage floors).
• Theme 6: Inclusive Labour Governance – Codes for Marginalized Voices (e.g., migrant protections, gender quotas, informal sector formalization, disability-inclusive reforms).
• Theme 7: Resilient Frameworks – Labour Codes in Crisis and Recovery (e.g., crisis response, health/gig worker safety, wage stability, social security for refugees).
• Theme 8: Global Labour Synergies – India’s Codes as Catalysts for International Standards (e.g., ILO ratification, trade-labour linkages, tripartite models, South-South cooperation).
• Theme 9: Strengthening Grievance Redressal – Efficient Dispute Resolution (e.g., grievance processes, digital platforms, mediation mandates, access to justice).
• Theme 10: Collective Bargaining Dynamics – Revitalizing Union Negotiations (e.g., bargaining scope, sectoral reforms, union incentives, global supply chain bargaining).
• Theme 11: Eradicating Child Labour – Safeguarding Youth (e.g., age verification, apprenticeship safeguards, family-based risks, informal sector monitoring).
• Theme 12: Work-Life Balance Innovations – Flexible Arrangements (e.g., parental leave, right to disconnect, caregiver supports, mental health integration).
• Theme 13: Labour Migration Governance – Secure Pathways for Mobility (e.g., visa/portability reforms, remittance links, exploitation prevention, returnee reintegration).
• Theme 14: Technology in Labour Administration – Digital Tools for Implementation (e.g., e-governance portals, blockchain compliance, AI inspections, data analytics).
• Theme 15: Closing the Gender Pay Gap – Equal Remuneration Strategies (e.g., pay audits, sectoral analysis, care work valuation, leadership quotas).
• Theme 16: Corporate Social Responsibility – Integrating Labour Standards (e.g., CSR reporting, sustainable sourcing, ethical recruitment, community assessments).

Submission Categories

• Academic papers
• Conceptual papers
• Policy papers

Formatting Guidelines

• Manuscripts: 6,000–10,000 words (including footnotes)
• Abstract: 150–250 words
• Citation Style: ILI (Indian Law Institute) style
• Include title, author details, and keywords

Submission Guidelines

• Maximum three authors per manuscript (one corresponding author + up to two co-authors).
• At least one author must be a professional, research scholar, advocate, labour union member, or faculty.
• All submissions and communication via official email: labourlawconference@lloydlawcollege.edu.in.
• Registration is subject to abstract acceptance.

Registration Fees

• Faculty & Post-Doc Researchers: 1,000 (INR)
• Industry Professionals: 1,000 (INR)
• Ph.D. Scholars: 800 (INR)
• Students: 500 (INR)

Fees for foreign citizens (under above categories) are the same.

Covers participation; additional costs for accommodation/travel not included.

Registration Process

• Submit abstract for review; acceptance confirms eligibility.
• Pay fee upon abstract acceptance (details via email).
• Hybrid participation; in-person requires separate venue registration if needed.
• Confirmation via email post-payment.

Registration and Submission Deadline

• Abstract Submission: 31 December 2025
• Abstract Acceptance: 10 January 2026
• Full Paper Submission: 25 February 2026
• Final Confirmation & Conference Schedule: 5 March 2026
• Conference Dates: 27–28 March 2026

Submission Procedure

• Email abstract/full paper to: labourlawconference@lloydlawcollege.edu.in
• Subject: “Abstract Submission – Labour Law Conference 2026” (or similar for full paper).
• Attach manuscript in Word/PDF format, adhering to guidelines.
• Review process: Peer-reviewed; acceptance notified via email.

Contact Information

• Phone: +91-7503260909
• Email: labourlawconference@lloydlawcollege.edu.in