 | GCSISD2027: Global Confrences Social Inclusion and Sustainable Development Shivaji University Kolhapur Campus Kolhapur, India, February 15-17, 2027 |
| Abstract registration deadline | January 28, 2027 |
| Submission deadline | January 31, 2027 |
Explain what GCSISD-2027
About the Conference:
The Global Conference on Social Inclusion and Sustainable Development: Advancing Equity, Justice and Resilience provides an international platform for scholars, policymakers, practitioners, civil society organisations, development professionals, educators and community representatives to deliberate on the social dimensions of sustainable development.
The conference recognizes that sustainable development cannot be achieved without addressing exclusion, inequality, discrimination, poverty, displacement and unequal access to opportunities and resources. It seeks to connect global scholarship with local experiences and policy practice, with particular attention to communities that remain structurally disadvantaged.
Conference Rationale:
The contemporary world faces interconnected challenges: widening socio-economic inequalities, climate change, forced displacement, technological transformation, demographic change, conflict and uneven access to education, health, livelihoods and social protection. These challenges have differentiated impacts across social groups and regions.
Social inclusion therefore needs to be understood not merely as participation in existing institutions, but as a broader process of ensuring dignity, voice, equal opportunity, recognition, representation and meaningful access to social, economic, political and environmental resources. The conference will explore how law, public policy, institutions, markets, technology and community action can contribute to inclusive and sustainable futures.
Conference Objectives:
1. Examine emerging global and local dimensions of social exclusion and inequality.
2. Explore theoretical, empirical and interdisciplinary approaches to social inclusion.
3. Analyse the relationship between social justice, human rights and sustainable development.
4. Assess policies and institutional mechanisms for inclusive development.
5. Highlight experiences of marginalised, vulnerable and historically excluded communities.
Promote dialogue among academia, government, civil society and development practitioners
Registration and Fees:
Registration categories and fee structure may be customized by the organizing institution.
Category | Fee |
International Participant | 5000 Rs. / 50$ |
Faculty / Researcher | 3000 Rs./ 30$ |
Student | 1500 Rs/ 15 $ |
Practitioner / NGO / Civil Society | 3000 Rs./ 30$ |
Submission Guidelines
The organizing committee invites thematic and research papers for the presentation sessions based on the subthemes identified for the conference. The paper should be original and should not have been published or presented previously.
Abstract: MS Word document, maximum 250 words excluding references.
Full paper: MS Word document maximum 2000 words excluding references. Separate references APA Style. Page Size: A4, Margins: 1”top, 1” bottom, 1.25” left, 1” right. Font: Times New Roman, Word Size-10, Headings-14 Bold, Line Spacing-1.15
Title of the paper and sub-headings: Font 14, Bold, Central alignment. Author/s, Designation, Institute: Central alignment, below title, italics. The length of the oral paper should be maximum 4 pages as per the given guideline. The selection of the oral paper will be based on important findings and relevance to the scope of the conference.
Thems
- Social Inclusion and Social Justice
- Economic Inclusion and Livelihoods
- Gender, Diversity, and Intersectionality
- Health, Well-being, and Social Protection
- Education, Knowledge, and Digital Inclusion
- Technology, Innovation, and Resilient Societies
- SDGs and Inclusive Development
- Community Participation and Social Transformation
- Climate Justice and Environmental Sustainability
- Urbanization, Rural Transformation, and Migration
Committees
Our Patrons
Prof. (Dr.) Rajnish Kamat Hon'ble Vice-Chancellor, Shivaji University
Prof. (Dr.) Joyti Jadhav, Hon'ble Pro-Vice-Chancellor, Shivaji University
Prof. (Dr.) R. V. Gurav I/C Dean, Science & Technology Faculty
Prin. (Dr.) Varsha V. Maindargi I/C Dean, Faculty of Commerce and Management,
Prof. (Dr.) M. S. Deshmukh I/C Dean, Faculty of Humanities
Prin. (Dr.) A. B. Sali I/C Dean, I.D.S. Faculty
Dr. V.N. Shinde, Registrar, Shivaji University
Dr. A. N. Jadhav, Director, Board of Examinations and Evaluation.
Smt. S. S. Patil, Finance & Accounts Officer
Conveners
Dr. M. K. Bhanarkar, Director, Centre for the Study of Social Inclusion
Coordinators
Dr. Vidyanand Khandagale, Department of Education
Mr. Avinash Bhale, Centre for the Study of Social Inclusion
Organizing Committee
Dr. Kiran Pawar, Department of Nano Sciences.
Dr. S.M. Gaikawad, Department of Technology.
Dr. Rahul Mane, Department of Botany
Prof. Dr. Paratibha Desai, HOD, Department of SOciology
Prof. S. D. Delekar director, innovation, incubation & linkages
Dr. D . B . Sutar director, bar. B. K. Knowledge resource center
Dr. R. G. Pawar director of lifelong learning and extension
Dr. S. G. Ghane i/c director of students’ development
Dr. S. V. Bansode director of sports & physical education
Dr. K. G. Kharade director of national service scheme
International Advisory Committee
Prof. Rania Lampou. Greece.
Dr. Real N. Kunene, Canada
Dr. Thess Marites, Philippines
Prof. Khaeruddin Sudharmin, Malaysia
National Advisory Committee
Dr. Ramesh Kamble, Sociologies, Mumbai, India
Prof. Smapat Kale TISS, Tulajapur
Dr. Sunita Savarkar, Nagpur.
Dr. Mozinha Fernandes, Goa
Dr. Nahnatchka Mendes, Goa
Publication
GCSISD2027 proceedings will be published in ...
Venue
Shivaji University, Kolhapur
Contact
Institution: Centre for the Study of Social Inclusion.
Address: Shivaji University, Kolhapur
Email: csseip@unishivaji.ac.in
Phone: 02312609399
Dr. M. K. Bhanarkar: +919765181865
Dr. Vidhyanand Khndagale: +919923975158
Avinash Bhale: +919604610919