Organised by Society for Education and Research Development (SERD), India βœ‰ serd.csr@gmail.com πŸ“ž +91-8168556061
πŸ“ Tashkent, Uzbekistan πŸ“… June 7–8, 2027
Scientific Programme & Submissions

Call for Papers &
12 Major Research Themes

The Scientific Committee invites original research papers, conceptual frameworks, case studies, industry best practices, policy papers, and interdisciplinary contributions across 12 thematic areas.

Track Structure

Submission Categories & Practitioner’s Track

The conference will focus on two broad tracks: Research Track and Practitioner Track. The research track focuses on an academic perspective with presentation of research in thematic areas, whereas the practitioner track features presentations from corporate/NGO projects, initiatives, and case studies. Session schedules feature mixed presentations from both tracks for mutual benefit.

Category (a)

Full Paper

15–20 Pages (Standard Scopus Indexed Format)

Peer Reviewed & Proceedings Included
Category (b)

Short Paper / Work in Progress

10–12 Pages (Preliminary empirical findings or frameworks)

Peer Reviewed Presentation
Category (c)

Practitioner Presentation

1 Page Brief (Corporate ESG & NGO Case Studies)

Practitioner Track Feature
Category (d)

Poster Presentation

1 Page Abstract (Interactive Poster Exhibition Session)

Exhibition Session
Call for Papers Directory

12 Scientific & Practitioner Themes

Submissions are welcomed across the following 12 thematic areas and their respective sub-topics:

01

Corporate Strategy, ESG and Responsible Leadership

ESG strategy, corporate governance, responsible leadership, enterprise resilience, and integrated disclosure.

Theme Topics & Sub-areas:
  • β€’ Climate Risk, Corporate Sustainability Strategy and Enterprise Resilience
  • β€’ ESG Strategy, Corporate Governance and Sustainable Value Creation
  • β€’ Responsible Leadership, Business Ethics and Organizational Resilience
  • β€’ Sustainability Reporting, Integrated Reporting and ESG Disclosure
02

Sustainable Business, Innovation and Circular Economy

Circular economy, green innovation, resource efficiency, and sustainable production systems.

Theme Topics & Sub-areas:
  • β€’ Circular Economy, Resource Efficiency and Sustainable Manufacturing
  • β€’ Green Innovation, Sustainable Products and Eco-Design
  • β€’ Sustainable Business Models and Corporate Transformation
  • β€’ Sustainable Operations and Responsible Production Systems
03

Finance, Investment and Economic Sustainability

Sustainable finance, green banking, impact investing, climate finance, and ESG disclosure standards.

Theme Topics & Sub-areas:
  • β€’ Impact Investing, Climate Finance and Responsible Capital Markets
  • β€’ Sustainable Accounting, Performance Measurement and Value Creation
  • β€’ Sustainable Finance, Green Banking and ESG Investing
04

Digital Transformation and AI for Sustainability

Artificial intelligence, Industry 5.0, digital ethics, blockchain, smart green enterprises, and cyber governance.

Theme Topics & Sub-areas:
  • β€’ Artificial Intelligence, Data Analytics and Sustainability Intelligence
  • β€’ Blockchain, FinTech and Digital Governance for Sustainable Development
  • β€’ Cybersecurity, Digital Ethics and Responsible AI
  • β€’ Digital Transformation, Industry 5.0 and Smart Sustainable Enterprises
05

Sustainable Supply Chains and Global Business

Responsible sourcing, green logistics, low-carbon transport, global value chains, and circular networks.

Theme Topics & Sub-areas:
  • β€’ Green Logistics, Smart Mobility and Low-Carbon Transportation
  • β€’ International Business, Global Value Chains and Sustainable Trade
  • β€’ Procurement, Supplier Development and Circular Supply Networks
  • β€’ Sustainable Supply Chain Management and Responsible Sourcing
06

Marketing, Consumer Behaviour and Stakeholder Engagement

Sustainable marketing, green consumer behavior, ESG branding, corporate reputation, and shared value.

Theme Topics & Sub-areas:
  • β€’ ESG Branding, Corporate Reputation and Strategic Communication
  • β€’ Stakeholder Engagement, Customer Trust and Shared Value Creation
  • β€’ Sustainable Marketing and Responsible Consumer Behaviour
07

Human Capital and Organizational Sustainability

Decent work, employee well-being, diversity and inclusion, talent strategy, and labor practices.

Theme Topics & Sub-areas:
  • β€’ Decent Work, Employee Well-being and Organizational Health
  • β€’ Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Human Rights in Business
  • β€’ Future of Work, Green Skills and Human Capital Development
08

Entrepreneurship, Innovation and Inclusive Development

Social entrepreneurship, green startups, inclusive growth, microfinance, and community development.

Theme Topics & Sub-areas:
  • β€’ Green Startups, Eco-Entrepreneurship and Sustainable Ventures
  • β€’ Microfinance, Financial Inclusion and Livelihood Development
  • β€’ Social Entrepreneurship, Inclusive Innovation and Impact Business
09

Climate Action, Energy and Natural Resource Management

Climate mitigation, renewable energy transition, water security, circular resource management, and biodiversity.

Theme Topics & Sub-areas:
  • β€’ Climate Action, Carbon Management and Net-Zero Strategies
  • β€’ Renewable Energy Transition, Energy Efficiency and Green Technology
  • β€’ Water Security, Waste Management and Circular Resource Systems
10

Smart Cities, Tourism and Urban Sustainability

Urban planning, sustainable tourism, eco-hospitality, smart mobility, and resilient infrastructure.

Theme Topics & Sub-areas:
  • β€’ Smart Cities, Sustainable Urban Development and Resilient Infrastructure
  • β€’ Sustainable Tourism, Eco-Hospitality and Destination Management
11

Public Policy, Governance and Global Development

Public-private partnerships, SDG policy frameworks, global trade regulations, and ESG compliance.

Theme Topics & Sub-areas:
  • β€’ Public Policy, Regulatory Frameworks and SDG Governance
  • β€’ Public-Private Partnerships for Sustainable Development
12

Industry, Consulting and Best Practice Forum

Corporate ESG implementations, practitioner case studies, consultancy insights, and industry frameworks.

Theme Topics & Sub-areas:
  • β€’ Corporate Case Studies, Best Practices and Industry Lessons
  • β€’ ESG Implementation Frameworks and Consulting Solutions
Formatting & Links

Paper Submission Format

All Papers must be submitted in the standard format of the Conference Proceedings. The sample book and chapters can be downloaded from:

πŸ“š Sample Book & Chapters:
https://link.springer.com/book/10.1007/978-3-031-35664-3 β†—

πŸ“₯ Paper Submission Templates:
Download Templates from Google Drive Folder β†—

Paper Submission Portals

All papers must be submitted online through the Microsoft CMT link given on the Conference Website or sent directly via email to:

Official Submission Channels:
βœ‰ Email: serd.csr@gmail.com
πŸ’» Online Portal: Microsoft CMT Portal β†—
Publication & Indexing

Paper Publication Policy

All accepted papers will be published in the Special Publication for Conference Proceedings from a reputed publisher.

  • β€’ The proceedings will be indexed in leading databases such as Scopus, Web of Science, etc.
  • β€’ Extended papers will also find a place in the special issue of reputed international journals.

Official Proceedings References:

πŸ† Best Paper Awards

There will be one best paper award in each session of the conference:

  • β€’ All presented submissions will be eligible for this competition, judged by an eminent expert jury panel.
  • β€’ Each best paper award carries a citation certificate and prize.
  • β€’ Awards will be announced in the valedictory session of the conference.

πŸ›‘ Review Policy

Double-Blind Review Process: The conference follows a strict double-blind review process for paper selection. Identity of authors is not disclosed to reviewers and vice-versa.

All accepted papers will undergo rigorous peer review by independent subject matter experts before final proceedings indexing.

All papers must be submitted online through the Microsoft CMT link given on Conference Website or by email to serd.csr@gmail.com

CMT ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

The Microsoft CMT service was used for managing the peer-reviewing process for this conference. This service was provided for free by Microsoft and they bore all expenses, including costs for Azure cloud services as well as for software development and support.

Important Submission Dates

Proposals Submission
December 31, 2026
Acceptance Review
Ongoing Review
Camera Ready
February 28, 2027
Registration Deadline
March 31, 2027
Conference Dates
June 7–8, 2027
Submit Paper via Microsoft CMT β†’