An international conference on 'Global Convergence: Multidisciplinary Perspectives on Law and Contemporary Challenges' is being hosted by the Faculty of Law, University of Colombo, Sri Lanka, from September 13 to September 14, 2025.

The collaborative effort is organized by the Faculty of Law, University of Colombo, Sri Lanka; the Kerala Law Academy (KLA), India; the Centre for Advanced Legal Studies and Research (CALSAR), India; and the Global Research Conference Forum (GRCF), India.

The event will be held in a hybrid mode, while the physical venue for the Conference is at the Faculty of Law, University of Colombo, Sri Lanka.

The Conference will be a platform for regional legal dialogue, capacity building, and scholarly exchange.

Key Features of the Conference

Theme: Exploring contemporary global legal challenges through an interdisciplinary lens, including environmental sustainability, digital disruption, human rights, governance, and economic law.

Participants: Jurists, academics, policy professionals, and students from across South Asia and beyond.

Call for Papers: Open until June 7, 2025, for abstracts; full paper submissions encouraged post-conference for publication opportunities in Scopus/ UGC-CARE listed journals, the Academy Law Review (India), and conference proceedings with ISBN/ISSN identifiers.

Official Website and Details: https://gcc2025colombokla.thekeralalawacademy.in/

Conference themes and sub-themes

Main Theme: Multidisciplinary Perspectives on Law and Contemporary Challenges

Indicative Sub-Themes

• International Trade and Economic Law

• Human Rights and Global Justice

• Environmental Law and Global Sustainability

• Cybersecurity and Data Privacy

• Global Health Law and Pandemics

• Intellectual Property in the Global Economy

• Technology, Innovation, and Legal Ethics

• Transnational Corporate Governance

• Global Legal Education and Knowledge Exchange

• International Criminal Law and Accountability

• Trade Wars and Protectionism

• Cultural Heritage, Law, and Globalization

• Global Legal Frameworks for Climate Change Mitigation

• Modern trends in Criminal Justice

• Rule of Law, Judicial Review, and Governance

• Modern Trends in Maritime Law and Law of the Sea

• Gender Sensitivity and Sexuality

• Contemporary Challenges and Martial Laws

Abstract Submission Guidelines

• Word Limit: 250–300 words

• Format: Title, Background, Objectives, Methodology, Key Findings, Significance

• Font and Style: Times New Roman, 12 pt, 1.5 spacing

• Keywords: 4–6 in alphabetical order

• Review: Blind peer-reviewed for originality, clarity, relevance, and rigor.

• Submission Mode: Via Google Form / Conference Portal

Full Paper Submission

• Word Limit: 4,000–6,000 words

• Citation Style: Blue Book 21st Edition

• Similarity Index: ≤10% (excluding references)

• Structure: Title Page, Abstract and Keywords, Introduction, Literature Review, Research Problem, Objectives and Research Questions, Hypothesis (If necessary), Research Methodology, Finding and Analysis, Conclusion and Recommendations, References

• File Format: .doc/.docx only

• Submission Mode: Via Google Form / Conference Portal

Submission and Registration Timeline

• Abstract Submission Deadline: June 7; Submit Abstract only (250–300 words) via Google Form / Conference Portal

• Notification of Abstract Acceptance: June 21; Acceptance email will be after blind peer-review.

Revised Abstract Submission Deadline (For Corrections, if any): June 28; Revised abstracts (if suggested by reviewers) must be resubmitted.

Early Registration Deadline: June 21- July 20; Avail discounted early bird registration rates.

Normal Registration Deadline: July 21 - August 31; Standard registration rates apply after early bird registration closes.

Conference Dates: September 13 and 14, 2025; There will be presentation of accepted abstracts during the conference (Hybrid Format).

Full Paper Submission for Publication (Optional): Within one month after the conference (latest by October 15, 2025). This is for authors opting for post-conference publication only.

Important Notes

• Only Abstract Submission is compulsory to present at the Conference.

• Full Paper Submission is purely optional for authors wishing for publication.

• Registration must be completed after Abstract Acceptance to confirm presentation slot.

Registration Fees

• For Indian faculty/ delegates: INR 8,000 (early bird) | INR 9,000 (regular) |INR 10,500 (spot registration) | INR 4,500 (virtual registration)

• Indian Research Scholars: INR 7,000 (early bird) | INR 8,000 (regular) | INR 9,500 (spot registration) | INR 4,000 (virtual registration)

• Indian Students: INR 6,000 (early bird) | INR 7,000 (regular) | INR 8,500 (spot registration) |INR 3,500 (virtual registration)

• Indian Listeners (Research Scholars without paper): INR 5,000 (early bird) | INR 6,000 (regular) | INR 7,500 (spot registration) |INR 3,000 (virtual registration)

• Indian Listeners (without paper): INR 7,000 (early bird) |INR 8,000 (regular) | INR 9,500 (spot registration) |INR 4,000 (virtual registration)

• Please check the brochure for registration rates for international, Sri Lanka, and SAARC countries' delegates

Registration includes the following for in-person participants:

• Presentation opportunity (In-person)

• Participation certificate (digital and physical)

• Conference kit + printed name card

• Access to all sessions, workshops, and keynotes

• E-proceedings and publication opportunity

• Two tea/coffee breaks (Presentation Day)

• Lunch (only for in-person participants)

For Hybrid Participants, registration entails:

• Virtual presentation opportunity

• Digital participation certificate

• Access to virtual sessions and workshops

• E-Proceedings and publication opportunity

Contact information for further queries

India: Varun Dev S – +91-8075634823

- Sri Lanka: Puvanitha Selvaraj – +94 729577573 / Mr. Asela Dissanayake – +41 778120157

- Email: globalconvergenceconference@gmail.com

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