Call for Papers

The 13^th International Conference on Gender and Women’s Studies 2026 invites academics, researchers, and professionals to contribute to the theme “Transforming Systems and Attitudes to Enhance Gender Equality.”  We seek high-quality papers that critically examine structural inequalities, cultural practices, and innovative interventions for equity.  GWS2026 conference provides an international forum for interdisciplinary dialogue and evidence-based scholarship. Together, we aim to generate transformative knowledge that informs policy, practice, and social change.

We encourage submissions that critically engage with diverse topics, including (but not limited to):

• GENDER-BASED VIOLENCE
• GENDER AND ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE
• CARE ECONOMY AND UNPAID WORK
• GENDER AND CLIMATE JUSTICE
• GENDER, MEDIA, AND REPRESENTATION

• LIMITING GENDER-BASED RIGHTS
• REPRODUCTIVE JUSTICE AND HEALTH
• MASCULINITIES AND TRANSFORMATIVE CHANGE
• DISABILITY AND INTERSECTIONALITY
• POLICY AND ADVOCACY

Why Submit Your Paper?

• Gain global recognition for your research.
• Connect with leading experts in climate change, equity, and sustainability.
• Receive fast abstract review (within 5 working days).
• Opportunity to publish in indexed international journals.
• Contribute to shaping resilient, equitable, and sustainable health systems.

Types of Submissions

We welcome a wide range of submissions, including:

• Abstracts, Research Papers, Student Papers, Case Studies, Review article
• Work-in-Progress Reports or Proposals for Future Research: Incomplete research or ideas for future research in order to initiate discussion.
• NGO projects ongoing or completed, case studies on success stories
• Reports on Issues Related to the conference topics: Reports related to innovative techniques or research
• Video or any digital contents related to the conference themes

 Submission Guidelines

• Abstracts: Abstracts should be between 250-300 words and must include the title, author's name/s, affiliation/s, and corresponding author contact details.
• Panel Proposals: Panel proposals should include a 300-word description of the panel theme, along with one abstract that provides details of the individual papers (up to four papers per panel).
• Full Papers: Optional full papers should be between 4,000-6,000 words (excluding references).

Submission Link:
 [  https://womenstudies.info/application/  ]

Contact Information:
For inquiries, registericrd@gmail.com

You are welcome to GWS2026!

We are looking forward to welcoming you to GWS2026 at the Deakin University, Australia.

 Dr. Prabhath Patabendi and Dr. Lata Satyen

 Co-Chairpersons- GWS2026