About the Centre
The Centre for Disability Studies and Empowerment (CDSE) is a student-run, interdisciplinary initiative at National Law University, Jodhpur, dedicated to advancing disability rights, inclusive policy, and accessible design in India. Our work is grounded in the belief that disability justice is inseparable from social justice.
CDSE brings together scholars, practitioners, disability advocates, and Millennium Fellowship-trained student leaders committed to promoting equal participation, legal empowerment, and socio-economic inclusion of persons with disabilities. The Centre engages in research, policy analysis, accessibility audits, legal literacy programmes, and community outreach, with a focus on disability law, reasonable accommodation, inclusive education, and rights-based approaches to assistive technologies. Our members collaborate with national and international organisations, contribute to public discourse, and work towards strengthening India’s disability rights framework through evidence-based advocacy and intersectional scholarship.
“Navigating the intersection of emerging technologies, accessibility, and human rights to build a more equitable legal framework.”
Call for Submissions
The Centre for Disability Studies and Empowerment invites original submissions for its blog, which seeks to foster critical discourse at the intersection of law and disability. Contributors are requested to adhere to the following guidelines to ensure uniformity, academic quality, and accessibility.
Scope and Subject Matter
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Submissions must relate to issues at the intersection of law and disability.
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Interdisciplinary approaches drawing from sociology, psychology, economics, public policy, technology, medicine, or other related fields are highly encouraged.
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The blog aims to promote nuanced, well-researched insights that advance conversations on disability rights and empowerment.
Word Limit and Authorship
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Word Limit: The main text should be between 1000—1500 words.
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Abstract: A brief abstract of approximately 100 words must accompany the submission.
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Authorship: Individual or co-authorship of up to two authors is permitted.
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Originality: Submissions must be original and should not be sent for review elsewhere pending the completion of the CDSE review process.
Citation and Referencing
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All sources must be hyperlinked within the text. Avoid using footnotes unless absolutely necessary.
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Similarity/Plagiarism must not exceed 10%.
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The use of AI-generated content is strictly prohibited.
Formatting Guidelines
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Font: Times New Roman
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Font Size: 12
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Line Spacing: 1.5
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Alignment: Justified
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Headings: Bold and underlined
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File Name Format: CDSE_blogsubmission_[Title of the blog]
Submission Procedure and Review Process
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Submissions should be emailed in .doc or .docx format to: cdse.blog@nlujodhpur.ac.in
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The email subject line must strictly read: “CDSE Blog Submission — [Title of the Blog]”
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Submissions will be accepted on a rolling basis.
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The Editorial Board will conduct a preliminary screening followed by a detailed peer review.
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The decision of the Editorial Board shall be final and binding.
