DNLU: CITIL's First International Conference On Gender Dimensions Of Trade Under The WTO Chairs Programme [Call For Abstarcts]

Dharmashastra National Law University, Jabalpur (M.P.) was established in the year 2018, by Madhya Pradesh Dharmashastra National Law University Act 24 of 2018, with the object of advancing the cause of legal education and achieving excellence as a university for imparting value-based legal education to undergraduate as well as postgraduate students.

The WTO Chairs Programme, initiated by the World Trade Organization (WTO), is an academic initiative designed to advance research, education, and outreach related to international trade and the functions of the WTO.

Centre for Trade and Investment Law, Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Government of India, CTIL was established to serve as a center for excellence in the field of international trade and investment law. It was officially inaugurated on 2016. CTIL's establishment was a significant milestone in India's efforts to strengthen its engagement with the global trading system and enhance its understanding of international trade and investment laws.

The Centre for 'Studies in International Trade and Investment Laws' is research and learning centre at DNLU, Jabalpur. The centre aims to bring together the legal academics, professionals, students, researchers etc., with an objective of the dissemination of knowledge and encouraging research in the various realms of International Trade Law and International Investment Laws.

Centre for International Trade Law (CITL), National Law University, Odisha

The Centre for International Trade Law is a research centre of National Law University Odisha established in 2015. The Centre is geared primarily towards research. The Centre strives to produce high quality and innovative research in the field of International Trade Law and International Investment Law.

About The Conference

This Conference offers a crucial platform for dissecting the intricate relationship between international trade law and women's empowerment. In an era where globalization significantly shapes economic landscapes, it is imperative to unravel the complexities surrounding women's participation in trade and its implications for gender equality.

The expert gallery of the conference includes a list of stalwarts in the domain of International Trade and Policy and professionals who have worked extensively in various horizons of gender and trade issues, namely:

1. Anoush der Boghossian, Head, Trade and Gender Office, World Trade Organization

2. Dr. Sheela Bhide, Chairperson, @Women Entrepreneurs International Trade and Technology Centre.

3. Professor V. G. Hegde, Professor, @Centre for International Legal Studies, School of International Studies, Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), New Delhi

4. Professor James J. Nedumpara, Head and Professor, Centre for Trade and Investment Law and Head, WTO India Chair.

5. Professor Sheela Rai, Dean and Professor, National Law University, Odisha

6. Dr. Neha Pathakji, Associate Professor of Law, NALSAR University of Law, Hyderabad

7. Dr. Sophy K. J, Associate Professor of Law, National Law University, Delhi

8. Dr. Gargi Chakrabarti, Associate Professor of Law & WIPO Tutor, DNLU, Jabalpur.

9. Dr. Rosmy Joan, Associate Professor of Law, NALSAR University of Law, Hyderabad

10. Sattwik Shekhar, Assistant Professor and Senior Consultant, Centre for Trade and Investment Law, Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Govt of India.

11. Shiny Pradeep, Assistant Professor and Consultant, Centre for Trade and Investment Law, Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Govt of India.

12. Abhishek Negi, Assistant Professor of Law, National Law Institute University, Bhopal

13. Vikram Naik, Principal Associate, Khaitan and Co., Mumbai.

Eligibility

• Professionals from Legal and non-legal disciplines (Arts & Humanities Discipline), Lawyers, Policy Makers and Advocates.
• Academicians, Students, Research Scholars from all disciplines and industry professionals.

Submission Details

All papers must be written in English.

• Papers should be submitted in Microsoft Word (.doc or .docx) and PDF format.
  
• Font: Times New Roman, 12-point size, 1.5-spacing.
  
• Margins: 1 inch (2.54 cm) on all sides.
  
• Maximum 2 Authors are allowed.
  
• No personal information should be included in the paper.
  
• Abstract, not exceeding 250-300 words, should precede the main text. It submitted as a single paragraph.
  
• Include a list of 3-5 keywords below the abstract to facilitate indexing and searchability.
  
• Full papers should typically range between 3,000 to 5,000 words, excluding abstract, references, and appendices.
  
• Authors should follow a consistent citation style throughout the paper.
  
• Authors must ensure that their papers are original and have not been previously published or submitted elsewhere.
  
• Plagiarism above 15% would lead to immediate disqualification.
  
• Authors are required to submit their abstracts and papers electronically through the designated online submission portal.
  
• Authors must adhere to the deadlines mentioned.
  
• Submitted abstracts will first undergo a peer-review process to evaluate their quality, relevance, and contribution to the conference theme.
• Authors will be notified of the review outcome and acceptance status in a timely manner.

Event Details

• Conference Date: 24-25 August 2024
  
• Last date for registration for Attendees: August 18, 2024
  
• Abstract submission (Rolling basis) last date: August 10, 2024
  
• Abstract selection intimation: August 12, 2024
  
• Date of Conference: August 24-25, 2024
  

For Attendees

• Fee: Rs 1000 (Without Accommodation), Rs. 3000 (With Accommodation)
  
• Please note, that attendees are not eligible for paper presentations, but they can actively participate and engage in all discussions.

For Presenters

• They are accepting abstract submissions on the rolling basis.
  
• Papers presented at the conference will not be considered for publication in the edited book to be released during the conference. However, selected papers will be eligible for consideration in future publications of the CITIL.
  
• Undergraduate and postgraduate students (legal and non-legal): Rs. 5000/- (with accommodation) and Rs. 3000/- (without accommodation).
  
• Academics, professionals, lawyers, advocates, and research scholars (legal and non-legal): Rs. 7000/- (with accommodation) and Rs. 5000/- (without accommodation).
  
• DNLU and NLUO Students: Rs. 1500/- (without accommodation).
  
• Please note that registration fees are payable only after your abstract is selected. You will be notified of the selection via email.

For an in- depth overview of Conference, please refer to the brochure

Contact Details 

• Utkarsh Mishra (Director) - 7905017038
  
• Poorva Sharma (Convenor) - 9752537685