About the University/Organization

The Faculty of Law, University of Colombo, Sri Lanka’s premier legal academic institution, established in 1947, leads this international conference initiative. In collaboration with the Kerala Law Academy (KLA), India, a pioneering institution in legal education founded in 1966, and CALSAR (Centre for Advanced Legal Studies and Research), the dedicated research wing of KLA, this initiative is further supported by the Global Research Conference Forum (GRCF), India’s international academic consortium.

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About the Event

Titled “Global Convergence: Multidisciplinary Perspectives on Law and Contemporary Challenges”, the event offers a global platform for legal scholars, researchers, practitioners, and interdisciplinary professionals to discuss, debate, and propose solutions to pressing legal and socio-political challenges.

The conference will feature plenary sessions, paper presentations, and roundtable discussions on topics including public policy, environmental governance, digital law, human rights, and more. The event will run in hybrid mode (both online and in-person) and be hosted at the Faculty of Law, University of Colombo.

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Event Timeline

Stage	Date
Abstract Submission Deadline	25 June 2025
Revised Abstract Deadline	28 June 2025
Notification of Acceptance	26 June 2025
Full Paper Submission	15 June 2025
Paper Revision Notification	30 June 2025
Registration Deadline	1 July 2025
Early Bird Registration	21 June–20 July 2025
Regular Registration	21 July–31 Aug 2025
Conference Dates	13–14 September 2025
Full Paper for Publication	15 October 2025

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Format and Structure

The conference is structured into the following components:

• Abstract Presentation (blind peer-reviewed)
• Optional Full Paper Submission (for publication)
• Panel Discussions
• Plenary Addresses

Submission Guidelines:

• Abstracts: 250–300 words, Times New Roman 12 pt, 1.5 spacing, 4–6 keywords (alphabetical)
• Full Paper: 4,000–6,000 words, Bluebook 21st Ed. citation, similarity ≤10%
• Format: MS Word, justified, 1-inch margins, title page with authors’ names, emails, ORCID ID

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Location and Mode

• Venue: Faculty of Law, University of Colombo, Sri Lanka
• Mode: Hybrid (Zoom/MS Teams for online participants)

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Additional Highlights

• Prizes: No cash prizes; however, selected papers will be considered for publication in:
• Scopus-indexed journals
• UGC-CARE listed journals
• Conference proceedings (ISBN/ISSN)
• Academy Law Review (India)
• Eligibility: Open to law students, academicians, researchers, practitioners, and interdisciplinary experts
• Registration Fee:

Category	Early Bird	Regular	Spot	Virtual
Indian Faculty	₹8000	₹9000	₹10500	₹4500
Indian Research Scholars	₹7000	₹8000	₹9000	₹4000
Indian Students	₹6000	₹7000	₹8500	₹3500
International Faculty	\$140	\$160	\$180	\$80
International Scholars	\$120	\$140	\$160	\$70
International Students	\$100	\$120	\$140	\$60
SAARC Faculty	\$120	\$140	\$160	\$70
Sri Lankan Delegates	LKR 12,500	LKR 15,000	LKR 17,500	–

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FAQs

Q1: Who can participate?
A: Law students, researchers, academicians, legal professionals, and interdisciplinary scholars.

Q2: Is full paper submission compulsory?
A: No. Abstract presentation is required; full paper is optional for publication.

Q3: Will all papers be published?
A: Only selected, peer-reviewed papers will be published subject to editorial review.

Q4: Can I participate virtually?
A: Yes, hybrid format allows virtual participation.

Q5: Is there a registration fee waiver?
A: Not mentioned. Early registration offers lower fees.

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Important Links

Resource	Link
Registration Portal	Click Here
Official Notification	Download Here
Brochure	Download Brochure

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Downloadables

[Sample Cover Letter (PDF)]

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Contact

• India Contact: Mr. Varun Dev S: +91-8075634823
• Sri Lanka Contacts: Ms. Puvanitha Selvaraj: +94 729577573 / Mr. Asela Dissanayake: +41 778120157
• Email: globalconvergenceconference@gmail.com

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