Call for Paper: Two-Day Virtual National Conference on Fostering the Rights of Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups by Tamil Nadu National Law University (TNNLU) invites abstracts for its upcoming event scheduled for February 14–15, 2025. This event is organized by the Centre for Study and Advocacy of Human Rights (CSAHR) at TNNLU and aims to address the critical issues surrounding Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs) in India.
About the Publication
The Tamil Nadu National Law University (TNNLU), established under Act No. 9 of 2012 by the Government of Tamil Nadu, is dedicated to providing top-tier legal education and research opportunities. TNNLU offers a wide range of undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs and hosts events aimed at fostering legal awareness and advocacy.
The Centre for Study and Advocacy of Human Rights (CSAHR) is committed to promoting and enforcing human rights through research, education, and community engagement. The upcoming virtual conference aligns with its mission to address social justice and inclusivity.
Theme
The conference focuses on the theme:
“Fostering the Rights of Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs) in India: Issues, Challenges, and Way Forward.”
Sub-Themes:
- Historical and Cultural Perspectives
- Socio-Economic Challenges
- Legal Rights and Policy Implementation
- Forest and Resource Rights
- Education and Skill Development
- Health and Nutrition Challenges
- Gender Issues
- Climate Change and Sustainability
- Governance and Political Participation
- Technology and Digital Inclusion
- Criminalization and State Violence
- Effects of Development and Displacement
Eligibility
The conference is open to:
- Students across all disciplines
- Ph.D. scholars
- Academicians and lawyers
- Policymakers, police officials, government representatives
- NGO representatives
Submission Guidelines
- Submit a 300-word abstract with 4–5 keywords.
- Abstracts must include the title of the paper.
- Co-authorship is permitted (up to 2 authors).
- Accepted authors must submit a full paper (3,500–5,000 words).
- Papers must be original, unpublished, and plagiarism-free.
- Abstract and full paper submissions should be sent through the provided submission link.
- Accepted full papers will be eligible for presentation.
Important Dates
- Abstract Submission Deadline: December 20, 2024
- Abstract Acceptance Notification: December 26, 2024
- Fee Payment and Paper Registration: January 3, 2025
- Full Paper Submission Deadline: January 20, 2025
- Paper Presentation: February 14, 2025
- Panel Discussion: February 15, 2025
Registration Fee
- Students: ₹500
- Professionals and Scholars: ₹750
Mode
Virtual
Submission Procedure
To submit your abstract, click on the Submission Link. Registration details will be provided after the abstract acceptance notification.
Contact Information
For queries or assistance, contact:
- Email: ravindranv@tnnlu.ac.in
Official Link
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