About Noida International University
Noida International University was established in the year 2010 by an Act (Act No. 27 of 2010) of the Uttar Pradesh State Legislature. The University is approved under Section 2(f) & 12(b) of the UGC Act 1956 and empowered to award degrees as specified by UGC under Section 22 of the UGC Act 1956. The University is accredited by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) with an A+ grade and a score of 3.44 — the highest among private universities in Cycle 1 — and is also a member of the Association of Indian Universities (AIU).
The University received prestigious recognition by the Department of Science and Industrial Research (DSIR) under the scheme on Recognition of Scientific and Industrial Research Organizations (SIROs), as a Scientific and Industrial Research Organization (SIRO) in 2022 and 2025.
Noida International Institute of Medical Sciences (NIIMS)
NIU is also home to the Noida International Institute of Medical Sciences (NIIMS), a 900+ bedded hospital and medical college dedicated to excellence in medical education and healthcare. NIIMS follows a pragmatic, hands-on approach to learning, ensuring students gain in-depth knowledge and practical experience in the field of medicine.
900 +bedded hospital Hands-on clinical trainingSchool of Liberal Arts
The year 2011 marked the beginning of the School of Liberal Arts at Noida International University. Liberal Arts explores various aspects of human society, working towards the creation and proliferation of a philosophy of life skills, critical thinking, imagination, creativity, aesthetics and pragmatic analysis of life. It helps students view the world from a different perspective and prepares them to become better individuals and professionals through seminars, workshops, guest lectures, media sessions and expert talks.
The School is a vivacious academic community in teaching, extension activities and research, with faculty drawn from diverse backgrounds in the social sciences and regular interaction with industry, NGOs and government agencies.
About the Seminar
The International Seminar on “Gender Equality, Innovation and Sustainable Development: Interdisciplinary Perspectives” provides a platform for academicians, researchers, policymakers, practitioners and students to explore the role of gender equality in advancing the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 5.
Through interdisciplinary dialogue, the seminar will address contemporary issues including social justice, law, public health, education, media, artificial intelligence, digital technologies, climate resilience and economic empowerment. It aims to promote innovative research, evidence-based policymaking and collaborative partnerships that advance inclusion, equity and sustainable development — thereby contributing to the creation of egalitarian and gender-inclusive societies.
Tracks and Subthemes
- Patriarchal Structures and Women's Everyday Experiences Across Family, Education, Religion, and the Workplace
- Feminist Theories and Regional Feminist Movements in South Asia
- Digital Feminism and Women's Online Activism
- Grassroots Women's Movements and Community-Led Gender Justice Initiatives
- Women's Leadership in Social and Political Movements
- Gender-Based Violence, Resistance, and Collective Action
- Women's Representation in History, Literature, and Cultural Narratives
- Recovering Women's Voices Through Archives, Museums, and Heritage
- Indigenous Women as Custodians of Traditional Knowledge and Ecological Practices
- Women's Contributions to Folk Arts, Oral Traditions, and Cultural Preservation
- Gender, Identity, and Cultural Memory
- Women and the Preservation of Intangible Cultural Heritage
- Intersectionality: Women at the Margins (Caste, Class, Disability, Ethnicity, Sexuality, and Religion)
- Gender-Responsive Governance and Inclusive Institutions
- Women's Participation in Local Governance and Decision-Making
- Gender Equality and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
- Women's Access to Education, Resources, and Public Services
- Social Protection and Welfare Policies for Women
- Women's Representation and Leadership in Media Industries
- Women in STEM, Artificial Intelligence, and Emerging Technologies
- Gender Bias in Artificial Intelligence and Digital Technologies
- The Gender Digital Divide: Access, Literacy, and Digital Inclusion
- Online Safety, Cyber Violence, and Digital Rights of Women
- Women Content Creators and Digital Entrepreneurship
- Women Entrepreneurs, Start-ups, and Innovation Ecosystems
- Women's Access to Finance, Credit, and Markets
- Financial Inclusion and Digital Banking for Women
- Skill Development, Reskilling, and Future Employment Opportunities
- Women in the Informal Economy and Gig Work
- Rural Women's Livelihoods, Self-Help Groups, and Social Enterprises
- Leadership, Corporate Inclusion, and Gender Diversity in the Workplace
- Women's Physical, Reproductive, and Sexual Health
- Maternal Health and Nutrition Across the Life Course
- Mental Health and Psychosocial Well-being of Women
- Unpaid Care Work and the Care Economy
- Work-Life Balance, Care Responsibilities, and Women's Employment
- Gender, Climate Change, and Women's Health
- Healthcare Access for Rural, Tribal, and Marginalized Women
- Constitutional and Legal Safeguards for Women's Rights
- Women's Human Rights in International and Comparative Perspectives
- Gender Justice and Access to Legal Aid
- Addressing Gender-Based Violence Through Law and Policy
- Workplace Harassment and Legal Remedies
- Property, Inheritance, and Land Rights of Women
- Bridging the Gap Between Legal Rights and Women's Lived Experiences
- Women's Rights in the Digital Era: Privacy, Cyber Laws, and Online Protection
Call for Papers & Submission Guidelines
Authors are invited to submit their papers for the seminar, ensuring strict adherence to the submission guidelines provided. We look forward to your valuable contributions.
Formatting requirements
- Papers must use the prescribed template, available on the Seminar website.
- APA 7th edition citation style must be followed throughout.
- 10-point Times New Roman with 1.15 line spacing.
- Full paper of 3,000–3,500 words, including abstract, keywords, citations, references and bibliography.
- Abstract must not exceed 300 words.
- The document must not exceed seven pages and may include figures, graphs and images.
- Each paper may have a maximum of two authors.
Scope & author responsibilities
Submissions are welcome in all areas of Humanities & Social Sciences, Law, and related interdisciplinary themes aligned with the seminar theme.
Authors are expected to present original research that has not been published elsewhere. All data, methods and findings should be accurately reported, without fabrication, falsification or inappropriate data manipulation. Authors must properly acknowledge the contributions of others, including citing relevant work.
Plagiarism, in any form, is unacceptable and will result in rejection of the submitted paper. Authors should disclose any potential conflicts of interest that might influence the results or interpretation of their work. Submitting the same manuscript to multiple conferences or journals simultaneously is considered unethical and is strictly prohibited.
Important Dates
Publication Opportunity
Accepted and presented papers will be considered for publication in a Scopus-indexed edited book / journal / special issue, subject to the publisher's peer review policy and terms & conditions.
Each accepted and presented paper will receive a certificate of participation, regardless of the number of authors. The final publication is subject to the publication partner's norms — including a similarity index below 10%, the AI policy and originality of work.
✉ seminarongender26@gmail.comRegistration & Payment
| Publication charges | Early bird registration till 5 September 2026 |
Late registration till 10 September 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| Foreign Author | To be updated | To be updated |
| Industry Professionals | To be updated | To be updated |
| Academicians and Faculty | To be updated | To be updated |
Payment details
After submission, authors will receive an acceptance email along with the registration and payment link. For all accepted papers with more than one author, it is mandatory that each author registers individually and remits the applicable fee corresponding to their respective designation.
The final publication is subject to the publication partner's norms (for example, similarity index below 10%, AI policy and original work). Authors are requested to adhere to the guidelines mentioned above.
Guests
Keynote Speakers
Conveners & Office Bearers
Ethical Committee
- Prof. (Dr.) Anil Sehrawat
- Prof. (Dr.) Aparna Sharma
Editors
- Prof. (Dr.) Anil Sehrawat
- Prof. (Dr.) Aparna Sharma
Co-Conveners
Seminar Sub-Committees
Editorial / Review Committee
- Dr. Poonam Kumari (Head)
- Dr. Rachna Davi
- Dr. Quaisar Alam
- Dr. Hena Dembla
- Dr. Nancy Puri
- Dr. Devi Prasad
- Dr. Ajay Tiwari
- Dr. Vinod Kumar Singh
- Dr. Jyotsana Mishra
Registration Committee
- Dr. Nancy Puri (Head)
- Mr. Adarsh Mishra
- Ms. Saloni Goel
- Mr. Jay Prakash
- Mr. Sachin Suman
Technical Committee
- Dr. Yogita Sharma (Head)
- Dr. Ajay Tewari
- Mr. Jay Prakash
- Mr. Sachin Suman
Logistics & Hospitality Committee
- Dr. Sudesh Sangwan (Head)
- Dr. Ajay Tiwari
- Dr. Hena Dembla
- Mr. Adarsh Mishra
Session Management Committee
- Dr. Ajay Tiwari (Head)
- Dr. Hena Dembla
- Dr. Nancy Puri
Plagiarism & AI Committee
- Dr. Henna Dembla (Head)
- Dr. Jyotsana Mishra
- Dr. Ajay Tiwari
Funding & Finance Committee
- Dr. Rachna Davi (Head)
- Mr. Adarsh Mishra
- Dr. Shraddhesh Tiwari
Certificate Committee
- Dr. Naima Umar (Head)
- Mr. Adarsh Mishra
- Ms. Saloni Goel