ABSTRACT SUBMISSION

• Word Limit: Maximum 300 words (including title and keywords).
• File Format: MS Word Document (.doc or .docx).
• Structure: Abstracts must be organized under the following headings: Objectives, Design, Model, Result, and Conclusion.
• Title Page Requirements: Must include Paper Title, Author(s) Name, Designation, Institutional Affiliation, Mailing Address, Contact Number, and Email ID.
• Classification: It is mandatory to specify the Theme and Sub-theme upon submission.
• Time Allocation: Each presenter is allocated 10–15 minutes, inclusive of Q&A.

Panels consist of a moderated discussion featuring a maximum of 4 speakers on a specific theme.

• Submission Structure: The submission must be a single document including:
  1. Panel Overview: A description of the theme and how the speakers' topics interrelate.
  2. Individual Summaries: A brief outline of the specific 10-minute contribution from each of the 4 panelists.
• Word Limit: The total text (Overview + Individual Summaries) should be within 500 words (MS Word Doc).
• Title Page: Must include the Panel Title, names of all Panelists and the Chair, their designations, affiliations, and contact details for the lead coordinator.
• Theme Selection: Specify the Theme and Sub-theme the panel intends to address.

Workshops are 75 minute interactive sessions focused on skill-building or practical application.

• Abstract Structure: The proposal should be arranged according to the following headlines: Introduction/Rationale, Learning Objectives, Target Audience, and Interactive Methodology.
• Word Limit: Within 300 words of text (MS Word Doc).
• Title Page: Must include the Workshop Title, Facilitator(s) Name, designation, institution affiliation, mailing address, contact number, and email id.
• Theme Selection: Specify the Theme and Sub-theme to which the workshop aligns.
• Requirement: Must include a brief description of the activities or tools you will use to engage participants (e.g., case-work, role-play, or software demo).

Pecha Kucha is a high-energy, visual-first presentation style. The format is strictly 20 slides, each shown for exactly 20 seconds, for a total of 6 minutes and 40 seconds.

• Submission Structure: The proposal should be arranged according to the following headlines: Context/Story, The Challenge, The Innovation/Solution, and Key Takeaway.
• Word Limit: Within 300 words of text (MS Word Doc).
• Visual Focus: Proposals should clearly describe the visual narrative you intend to build. Since the presentation relies on imagery, outline what kind of images or visual cues will drive your 20 slides.
• Title Page: Must include the Presentation Title, Author(s) Name, designation, institution affiliation, mailing address, contact number, and email id.
• Theme Selection: Specify the Theme and Sub-theme to which your idea pertains.

Open to current PhD candidates or those who have defended their thesis within the last year.

2.a. PhD Best Paper Award

• Focus: Recognizes advanced research that contributes significantly to social work theory or policy.
• Guideline: Must follow the full abstract structure.
• Criteria: Evaluated on the depth of the literature review, sophistication of research design, and the originality of the findings.

2.b. Best PhD Poster Award

• Focus: A visual showcase of doctoral research.
• Guideline: Abstracts should follow the standard structure but summarize the visual flow of the poster.
• Criteria: Judged on the ability to translate complex data into a clear, visually engaging format that is accessible to all conference participants.