{"id":352855,"date":"2025-07-08T19:00:55","date_gmt":"2025-07-08T13:30:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.scconline.com\/blog\/?p=352855"},"modified":"2025-07-10T11:34:21","modified_gmt":"2025-07-10T06:04:21","slug":"call-for-papers-international-conclave-on-gender-equity-in-modern-workplaces-by-karnataka-state-commission-for-women-in-collaboration-with-gender-studies-committee-school-of-law-christ-university","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.scconline.com\/blog\/post\/2025\/07\/08\/call-for-papers-international-conclave-on-gender-equity-in-modern-workplaces-by-karnataka-state-commission-for-women-in-collaboration-with-gender-studies-committee-school-of-law-christ-university\/","title":{"rendered":"Call for Papers: International Conclave on Gender Equity in Modern Workplaces by Karnataka State Commission for Women in collaboration with Gender Studies Committee, School of Law, Christ University, Bangalore"},"content":{"rendered":"
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About the Karnataka State Commission for Women<\/h3>\n

The Karnataka State Commission for Women is a statutory body established on May 26, 1995, under the Karnataka State Commission for Women Act, 1995. It is dedicated to protecting women\u2019s interests and ensuring their progress and development, serving as a quasi-judicial body with the authority to investigate matters relating to women\u2019s constitutional and legal safeguards. The Commission primarily functions to review existing provisions affecting women and recommend amendments to address legislative inadequacies. It handles cases of violations of women\u2019s constitutional and legal rights with appropriate authorities, undertakes research to ensure women\u2019s representation across all spheres, and inspects jails, remand homes, and custody facilities to ensure women\u2019s rights are protected.<\/p>\n

About School of Law<\/h3>\n

School of<\/span> Law is a part of CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Bangalore. The parent University, a premier educational institution, is an academic fraternity dedicated to the motto of \u2018Excellence and Service\u2019 and has an already proven history of success in education. CHRIST, formerly Christ College, has the rare distinction of being the first institution in Karnataka to be accredited by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC), UGC, and currently has an A+ grade as accredited in 2022 for quality education. School of<\/span> Law, is an institute imparting world-class legal education not only to students from various parts of the country but also from the Middle East and Mauritius. The courses are approved by the Bar Council of India.<\/p>\n

About the Gender Studies Committee<\/h3>\n

CHRIST (Deemed to be University) has always championed the cause of holistic education and emphasised the importance of nurturing well-rounded individuals. Central to this mission is building an understanding of gender, gender identity, and gender expression that evolves with society. The Gender Studies Committee provides a vibrant platform for students to engage in meaningful discussions on sexuality, gender, and the complex interplay of factors shaping these concepts. The Committee serves as an academic community of open-minded and progressive individuals who delve into the socio-cultural forces that shape our perceptions, reasoning, and behaviour. It creates a space for introspection and discourse, the Committee exemplifies the University\u2019s commitment to inclusivity, empathy, and intellectual growth, empowering students to contribute meaningfully to a more equitable understanding of the world.<\/p>\n

About the Event<\/h3>\n

The International Conclave on \u201cGender Equity in Modern Workplaces<\/span>,\u201d organised by the Karnataka State Commission for Women in collaboration with the Gender Studies Committee, School of<\/span> Law, CHRIST (Deemed to be University), endeavours to explore the intersection between law, ethics, and social accountability in combating workplace discrimination. Additionally, it seeks to address the role of emerging technologies, including AI-based redressal mechanisms and their potential role in enhancing transparency and anonymity, as well as encourage interdisciplinary discourse to develop sustainable, participatory, and inclusive legal reforms.<\/p>\n

The themes for the Conclave include the following:<\/p>\n

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  1. Legal and Institutional Challenges in Workplace Sexual Harassment Redressal<\/li>\n
  2. Power, Silence, and Social Barriers to Reporting Workplace Harassment<\/li>\n
  3. Comparative and International Legal Frameworks on Workplace Harassment and Discrimination<\/li>\n
  4. Organisational Ethics, Compliance and Governance<\/li>\n
  5. Technology and Gender Equity at Workplace<\/li>\n
  6. Gender Justice in Precarious and Under-Regulated Workspaces<\/li>\n
  7. \n

    Judicial Response to Gender Discrimination<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Eligibility<\/h3>\n

    The Conclave is open to all academicians and legal scholars, social science and gender researchers, ICC members and corporate leaders, civil society and human rights organizations, policy analysts and government stakeholders, students, interns, early career researchers, and AI ethics and governance researchers.<\/p>\n

    Location<\/h3>\n

    The International Conclave on \u201cGender Equity in Modern Workplaces<\/span>\u201d shall be held on 29 August 2025, at Bangalore Central Campus, CHRIST (Deemed to be University). The Conclave will follow a hybrid format, with the inaugural ceremony being conducted offline and paper presentations held online.<\/p>\n

    Acknowledgement of Participation<\/h3>\n

    Certificates of Participation will be awarded to all participants. Additionally, a Best Paper Award (Certificate of Merit) will be presented to the best presenter at the Conclave. All certificates will be issued as e-certificates.<\/p>\n

    Submission Guidelines<\/h3>\n