GLOBAL CONVERGENCE
ON
MULTIDISCIPLINARY PERSPECTIVES ON LAW AND CONTEMPORARY CHALLENGES
Dates: September 13–14, 2025
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Venue: Faculty of Law University of Colombo, Sri Lanka (Hybrid Format)
Organized by:Faculty of Law University of Colombo, KLA , GRCF & CALSAR
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About the Conference
In the 21st century, legal systems across the globe are confronting unprecedented complexities stemming from rapid technological innovation, socio-political shifts, economic interdependence, and mounting global crises such as climate change and humanitarian conflicts. These developments have blurred the traditional boundaries of legal discourse, demanding a reimagined and integrated approach to understanding, researching, and practicing law.
The International Conference on “Global Convergence: Multidisciplinary Perspectives on Law and Contemporary Challenges” seeks to provide an academic and professional platform to address these emerging realities. Organized jointly by the Kerala Law Academy (India), the Global Research Conference Forum (GRCF), and the University of Colombo (Sri Lanka), this two-day hybrid conference invites participation from legal scholars, academicians, researchers, practitioners, and students worldwide.
📝 Call for Papers
Join us in exploring cutting-edge legal challenges from a multidisciplinary lens.
🎓 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
Note: The above list is non-exhaustive. Interdisciplinary papers aligned with the main theme are welcome.
📅 Submission & Registration Timeline
Mark your calendars for important deadlines related to the conference.
| 📌 Particulars | 🗓 Date | 📚 Details |
|---|---|---|
| Abstract Submission Deadline | July 15, 2025 | Submit abstract only (250–300 words) via Google Form / Conference Portal |
| Notification of Abstract Acceptance | July 20, 2025 | Acceptance email after blind peer review |
| Revised Abstract Submission (If required) | July 21, 2025 | Revised abstracts must be resubmitted if corrections were suggested |
| Early Registration Deadline | June 26 - July 20, 2025 | Avail discounted early bird registration rates |
| Normal Registration Deadline | July 21 – August 31, 2025 | Standard registration rates apply |
| Conference Dates | September 13 & 14, 2025 | Presentation of accepted abstracts during the conference (Hybrid Format) |
| Full Paper Submission for Publication (Optional) | By October 15, 2025 | Only for authors opting for post-conference publication |
💸 Registration
Choose your registration category and secure your spot.
| SL NO | REGISTRATION CATEGORY | Early Bird | Regular | Spot Registration | Virtual |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| International Participants (USD) | |||||
| 1 | Faculty / Delegates | $140 | $160 | $180 | $80 |
| 2 | Research Scholars | $120 | $140 | $160 | $70 |
| 3 | Students | $100 | $120 | $140 | $60 |
| 4 | Listeners (Without Paper) | $80 | $100 | $120 | $50 |
| Sri Lankan Participants (LKR) | |||||
| 5 | Faculty / Delegates | LKR 7,500 | LKR 12,500 | LKR 15,000 | |
| 6 | Research Scholars | LKR 10,000 | LKR 12,500 | LKR 15,000 | |
| 7 | Students | LKR 10,000 | LKR 12,500 | LKR 12,500 | |
| 8 | Listeners (Without Paper) | LKR 7,500 | LKR 10,000 | LKR 12,500 | |
| SAARC Countries (USD) | |||||
| 9 | Faculty / Delegates | $120 | $140 | $160 | $70 |
| 10 | Research Scholars | $100 | $120 | $140 | $60 |
| 11 | Students | $80 | $100 | $120 | $50 |
| 12 | Listeners (Without Paper) | $60 | $80 | $100 | $40 |
| Indian Participants (INR) | |||||
| 13 | Faculty / Delegates | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹10,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 14 | Research Scholars | ₹7,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 15 | Students | ₹6,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 16 | Listeners (Without Paper) | ₹5,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹3,000 |
🎓 Conference Leadership
Meet the distinguished leaders shaping the conference.
🎓 Patron
Adv Nagaraj Narayanan
Director, Kerala Law Academy Law College, India
👩🏫 Conference Chair
Professor (Dr) Jeeva Niriella
Faculty of Law, University of Colombo, Sri Lanka
🎓 Honorary Patron
Prof. (Dr) N K Jayakumar
Chairperson, Advisory Board, Kerala Law Academy Law College, India
Former Law Advisor, Chief Minister of Kerala
Former Vice Chancellor, NUALS, Kochi
👩🏫 Conference Co-Chair
Prof. Anil Kumar K.
Director (Administration, Students & Faculty Affairs), Kerala Law Academy Law College, Thiruvananthapuram
👩🏫 Conference Co-Chair
Dr. Prakash Divakaran
Pro Vice-Chancellor, Himalayan University
🤝 Conference Secretaries
Ms. B. M. Munasinghe
Senior Lecturer, University of Colombo, Sri Lanka
Dr. Dakshina Saraswathy
Associate Professor, Kerala Law Academy, India
Dr .Malavika J
Assistant Professor, Kerala Law Academy, India
🤝 Conference co-Secretaries
Dr Narayana Pandala C R
Assistant Professor Marian College, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala
Ms. Puvanitha Selvaraj
Department of Public & International Law, Faculty of Law, University of Colombo, Sri Lanka
🧑💼 Conference Convenor
Mr. Varun Dev S
Research Officer & Assistant Professor, Kerala Law Academy
🧑💼 Conference Co-Convenor's
Adv. Kasthuri Nagaraj
Assistant Professor Kerala Law Academy Law College Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala
Mr. Asela Dissanayake
Conference Co-Convenor
Department of Public & International Law Faculty of Law, University of Colombo Sri Lanka
🏛️ Academic Advisors / Advisory Board
Esteemed scholars guiding the conference.
Prof. Dr. Carmen Thiele
Faculty of Law
Europa-Universität Viadrina, Frankfurt (Oder)
Prof. Dr. Stephanie Rohlfing-Dijoux
Professor,
University Paris Nanterre, National University of Juridical Science
Dr Samantha Spence
Course Director for Postgraduate Studies at Staffordshire University Law School
Prof. Dr. Miranda Risang Ayu Palar
Faculty of Law
Intellectual Property Center on Regulation and Application Studies, Universitas Padjadjaran, West Java Province, Indonesia.
Prof. Dr. N. Krishna Kumar
Secretary, Kerala Legislative Assembly, India
Prof. Dr. K C Sunny
Former Vice Chancellor, NUALS, India
Prof. Dr. Y F Jayakumar
professor at University College Law Osmania University
Prof. Dr. Nirmal Kanti Chakrabarti
Vice Chancellor, WBNUJS, India
Prof. Dr. A. Raghunadha Reddy
University Ombudsman
The Tamil Nadu Dr. Ambedkar Law University, Chennai - 113
Prof. Dr. Reddivari Revathi
Former HoD, Dean Law, Kannur University
Dept. of Constitutional Law & Human Rights
The Tamil Nadu Dr. Ambedkar Law University, Chennai - 113
R Santhana krishnan
Prof. Dr. Tony George
Professor
Jindal Global Law School
Prof. Dr. Sandeep Kindo
Professor
Jindal Global Law School
🧑💻 Organizing Committee Members
Key committees ensuring the success of the conference.
- Academic / Scientific Committee
- Logistics & Hospitality Committee
- Technical Support & IT Committee
- Finance & Sponsorship Committee
- Media, Publicity & Documentation Committee
- Cultural & Events Committee
- Registration & Communication Committee
- Publication Committee
- Student Volunteer Coordination Committee
- Post-Conference Tour/Excursion Committee
🧾 What’s Included
- ✅ Participation Certificate
- ✅ Presentation Opportunity (In-person/Online)
- ✅ Access to all sessions and workshops
- ✅ Publication opportunity in partner journals
- ✅ Printed Name Card
- ✅ Conference Kit + Bag
- ✅ Participation in the technical program
- ✅ Attendance Certificate
- ✅ E-Proceedings
- ✅ 2 × Coffee breaks (morning & afternoon)
- ✅ Lunch (Presentation Day)
🏛️ Venue & Format
Experience a hybrid format designed for accessibility and global reach.
📍 Physical Venue
University of Colombo, Sri Lanka
💻 Online Platform
Zoom / MS Teams (details will be shared with registrants)
🧳 Travel & Accommodation
- Colombo International Airport – 45 mins from venue
- Affordable hotels, hostels, and university guest houses nearby
- Travel assistance available on request
📚 Publication Opportunity
📌 Publication Opportunities
Selected papers will be considered for publication in reputed platforms, subject to editorial approval and peer review.
- 📘 Scopus-indexed Journals (Additional processing charges may apply)
- 📗 UGC-CARE-listed Journals
- 📙 Conference Proceedings with ISBN/ISSN
- 📕 Academy Law Review (India), Kerala Law Academy
- 📘 Affiliated Journals of Faculty of Law, University of Colombo, Sri Lanka
🔹 Important Notes on Publication:
- Acceptance for conference presentation does not guarantee journal publication.
- All full papers will undergo editorial screening and blind peer review.
- Authors must follow the submission guidelines including:
- Word Limit: 4,000–6,000 words
- Citation Style: Bluebook 21st Edition
- Similarity Index: ≤10%
- Processing fees may apply for Scopus or UGC-CARE journals, as per their policy.
- Authors whose papers are shortlisted for publication will be notified after the conference with further instructions.
🧩 Conference Structure
- Inaugural Session
- Plenary Sessions
- Parallel Paper Presentations
- Workshops and Roundtables
- Valedictory Ceremony
🌍 Benefits to Collaborators
In collaboration with the University of Colombo
🤝 Partnership & Collaboration
We welcome institutional, sponsorship, and media partnerships to amplify this global academic event.
- 🏛️ Institutional Collaboration
- 💼 Sponsorship Opportunities
- 📰 Media Partnerships