About the Organisation
The Centre for Health Law and Policy (CHLP) was established on 8th August 2014 at the National University of Advanced Legal Studies (NUALS), Kochi. It serves as an interdisciplinary research centre promoting innovative scholarship in health law through teaching, research, consultancy, and advocacy.
The Centre has organised several significant events, including the National Workshop on the Right to Emergency Medical Care and the International Seminar on Access to Medicine and Novel Medical Technologies. It has also published a book titled Healthcare, Technology and the Law: Interplay between Regulations and Digital Healthcare.
About the Journal
Selected papers presented during the conference will be published in a book with an ISBN number, after incorporating suggestions made during the presentation sessions. Confirmation of selection will be sent to the respective authors via email post-conference.
About Call for Papers
This conference aims to explore the intersection between healthcare and gender justice, encouraging interdisciplinary dialogue on issues relating to law, policy, healthcare systems, and gender equity. Submissions are invited from participants interested in engaging with both theoretical and practical dimensions of these issues.
Eligibility
Submissions are invited from law students, academicians, research scholars, legal practitioners, and industry professionals.
Co-authorship of up to two authors is permitted, including collaborations across institutions.
Theme
Healthcare and Gender Justice: Perspectives on Contemporary Issues
Submission Categories
Participants may submit research papers based on the main theme or any of the following indicative sub-themes:
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Gender and Health in International Law: CEDAW, ICESCR, and SDG 5
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Intersectionality in Healthcare: Gender, Caste, Class, and Disability
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Human Rights and the Right to Health: A Gendered Perspective
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The Role of the Judiciary in Advancing Gender-Equitable Healthcare
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Reproductive Autonomy and Bodily Integrity: Legal and Ethical Challenges
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Abortion Rights and Access: Comparative Perspectives
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Transgender and Intersex Rights in Healthcare Law and Policy
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Gender Affirming / Sex Reassignment Surgery (SRS)
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PC-PNDT Act: Issues in Enforcement and Downfalls
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Online Therapy: Pre and Post COVID-19
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Mental Health and Underprivileged Children
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Gender Sensitisation and Health Education
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Genital Mutilation of Children in India: Impact on Mental Health
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Sexual Harassment and Mental Healthcare
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Pharmacogenomics and Health Law
(The sub-themes are indicative; authors are encouraged to write on related topics within the overall theme.)
Formatting Guidelines
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Word Limit: 3000—5000 words (excluding footnotes)
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File Format: MS Word (.doc/.docx)
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Font: Times New Roman
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Font Size: 12 (Text), 14 (Title)
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Line Spacing: 1.5
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Citation Style: Bluebook, 21st Edition
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All papers will undergo blind peer review and plagiarism checks.
Submission Guidelines
Abstract Submission
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Submit an abstract not exceeding 500 words in .doc or .docx format via the Google Form.
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Deadline: 20th November 2025
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The abstract must include:
○ Title of the paper
○ Relevant theme
○ Brief overview of the paper
○ Conclusion (author’s perspective)
○ Three keywords
Full Paper Submission
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Details for full paper submission will be shared with authors whose abstracts are accepted.
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Authors must register before submitting the full paper.
Submission Deadline
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Event |
Date |
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Release of Brochure |
October 2025 |
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Submission of Abstract |
20th November 2025 |
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Communication of Abstract Status |
On or before 22nd November 2025 |
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Registration & Payment |
Upon receiving confirmation mail |
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Submission of Full-Length Paper |
30th January 2026 |
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Conference Dates |
19th & 20th February 2026 |
Submission Procedure
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Submit the abstract through the official Google Form: https://forms.gle/YxoZW7PEhYFhCVsH9
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Await confirmation of acceptance via email (by 22nd November 2025).
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Upon acceptance, register and pay the fee:
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₹350 (Single Author)
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₹600 (Co-authors)
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Submit the full paper by 30th January 2026.
Contact Information
Dr. Sandeep M. N.
Assistant Professor, NUALS
Director (in-charge), CHLP
📧 sandeepmn@nuals.ac.in | chlp@nuals.ac.in
Student Convenors:
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Advait Sharma — +91 86195 52680
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Aadil Muhammad Syed — +91 75919 94710
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Sariga Sankar — +91 75948 44670
Official Link
🔗 https://forms.gle/YxoZW7PEhYFhCVsH9
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