Conference on Technology, Crime and Transformative Justice

About MNLU

Maharashtra National Law University Mumbai (MNLU Mumbai) is a prestigious legal education institution in India. Established in 2014, it operates as an autonomous law school, following the model of other National Law Universities in the country. Situated in Mumbai, a bustling metropolis, MNLU Mumbai offers a conducive environment for learning and growth.

About the Conference

The conference aims to bring together students, scholars, and professionals to explore critical issues surrounding women’s and LGBTQIA+ rights. Through thought-provoking panel discussions, it will delve into key themes such as progressive legal reforms, gender justice, role of technology in detection, awareness and education, intersectional approaches to feminism and LGBTQIA+ advocacy, and the need for inclusive policies.

The event aspires to generate impactful policy suggestions, raise awareness on pressing gender-related challenges, and create meaningful networks to drive long-term change and collaboration in the pursuit of equality and justice.

Important dates

• Conference Dates: 3 and 4 October 2025
• Last date for Abstract submission: 31st August 2025
• Date for communication of Abstract selection: 8 September 2025
• Last date for payment of registration fees for selected abstracts: 22 September 2025
• Date for presentation of papers: 3 &4 October
• Submission of final draft of selected papers after presentation: 13th October 2025.
• Date for beginning of peer review process: 20 October 2025

Main themes

• Role of Technology and AI in gender inclusivity
• Legal and Social Reforms for Women’s and Children’s Rights
• Gender neutrality in sexual violence
• Gendered harassment on social media and associated cyber crimes
• Inclusivity and Gender Neutrality in Policy and Governance

General Guidelines

• The conference permits participation from academicians, Ph.D. Scholars and students.
• Mode of the Conference: Online
• Mode of Submission: Online
• Mode of Presentation: Online
• Any request to postpone the registration date and submission date will not be considered.
• Please note that all correspondence must be made with the email address conferencemnlumumbai@gmail.com
• Failure to adhere to any guidelines may result in disqualification.

Abstract Guidelines

• Language: Participants are permitted to choose only English as the language for the abstract.
• Formatting Guidelines: Font: Times New Roman, Size 12 (Main Body); Size 10 (Footnotes). Line Spacing and Alignment: 1.5 (Main Body), 1 (Footnotes); Justified.
• Citation style to be followed is the 21st Edition Blue Book format.
• Submission made by the participants is to be titled ABSTRACT.
• All clarification requests must be submitted via the email on conferencemnlumumbai@gmail.com
• Similarity beyond 10% shall not be allowed.
• Cross plagiarism is not permitted. Cross plagiarism occurs when two or more drafts share 40% or more similarity, whether intentional or unintentional. This includes copying or reproducing substantial content across submissions and will result in the disqualification of all involved participants.
• Written submissions will be screened for AI-related plagiarism.
• Any submission found to be predominantly AI-generated without sufficient human input or originality will be disqualified.
• File submission must be made in only Word-Docx Format.
• Guidelines for selected papers after presentation shall be mailed to the respective candidates.

How to Register?

Interested candidates can register online via the link given at the end of the post.

Fee

• The registration fees for Students/Research Scholars is ₹1000 and registration fees for Academicians is – ₹1500. The same shall be non-refundable.
• Registration fees for international participants: $25 USD

Contact

Samruddhi Nanoskar: 99870 11602
Samyak Deshpande: +90281 39678
Hrishikesh Mandlik: + 84509 87430

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