Call for Papers: HNLU, Raipur, Online One-Day National Conference on “Digital Dignity: Safeguarding Human Rights in the Age of Technology

About

Hidayatullah National Law University (HNLU), New Raipur, is pleased to announce a One-Day National Conference on Digital Dignity: Safeguarding Human Rights in the Age of Technology, scheduled to be held online on 6th September 2025.

Sub-themes of the Conference

1. Digital Access as a Human Right:
   1. Bridging the Digital Divide and Ensuring Universal Connectivity
   2. Promoting Digital Literacy Among Youth, Senior Citizens, and Underprivileged
      Groups
   3. Advancing Digital Inclusion Across Gender, Linguistic, Geographic, and Social
      Dimensions
2. Rights of Children and Vulnerable Populations in a Technology-Driven World:
   1. Combating Online Exploitation, Particularly in Gaming Environments
   2. Enhancing Digital Wellbeing and Mental Health Protection
   3. Designing Inclusive, Appropriate, and Accessible Digital Tools
3. Technology, Online Platforms, and Labor Rights:
   1. Addressing Challenges from Automation and Artificial Intelligence
   2. Safeguarding Trade Union Rights in the Digital Era
   3. Protecting Rights of Online Gig and Platform Workers
4. Digital Free Speech and Platform Governance:
   1. Examining Content Moderation and Its Societal Impacts
   2. Analyzing Algorithmic Influences on Public Discourse
   3. Protecting Journalists, Activists, and Whistleblowers in Cyberspace
5. Informational Privacy versus Surveillance Technologies:
   1. Preserving Consumer Autonomy Against Data Fiduciaries
   2. Mitigating Privacy Risks Associated with Biometric Technologies
   3. Evaluating Government Surveillance Practices and Justifications
6. Human Rights Defenders in the Digital Age:
   1. Upholding the Right to Secure Communication
   2. Resisting Internet Bans and Censorship
   3. Leveraging Digital Tools for Advocacy, Mobilization, and Solidarity
7. Human Rights Implications of Emerging Technologies:
   1. Assessing Risks of Facial Recognition, Neurotechnology, Biotechnology, and Related Innovations
   2. Ensuring Ethical Standards and Human Rights Compliance in Technological Advancements

Important Dates

• Release of brochure: 25th July 2025
• Abstract Submission Deadline: 16th August 2025
• Notification of Selected Abstracts: 18th August 2025
• Full Paper Submission: 30th August 2025

Submission Guidelines

For abstract

• The abstract is to be around 300 words (inclusive of 5 key words) and to be accompanied by a brief profile (in 50 words) of the author indicating his/her email ID, contact number, designation, and official address.
• The abstract should be in following format:
  • Times New Roman, Font Size 12 & Line spacing 1.5, Justified
  • 1-inch margins on all the four sides, Paper size: A4
  • All submission are to be made in MS word format only
• Please name your attachment as follows: _ e.g. if author name is John Doe, then the file name should be JohnDoe_abstract.
• By submitting an abstract, you grant the organizers permission to publish the abstract in hard copy and electronic formats for distribution during the Conference.
• IMPORTANT: Along with the abstract, the author(s) will be required to provide details about the problem identified.
• The author(s) will have to address the theme to which his/their paper belongs.
• Please click the Link given below or scan the QR Code for submission of abstract:

For Full paper

• Selected abstracts will be provided with a link for full paper submissions.
• The word limit for a research paper/article along with an abstract is 3500-5000 words (excluding footnotes), which must be submitted in MS Word format.
• Font: Times New Roman, Font Size: 12, Line spacing: 1.5, A4 size paper with 1” margin on all sides.
• The papers are not to exceed 10 % similarity under any anti-plagiarism detection software.
• For citation, the author is required to follow the Bluebook: A Uniform System of Citation, 20th edition.
• The final paper shall mandatorily have the suggestions/recommendations made by the author(s).
• Final submission shall be accompanied by duly filled in and scanned DECLARATION OF RESPONSIBILITY ASSIGNMENT OF COPYRIGHT FORM to be provided with the communication of acceptance.
• The selected papers may be published in an edited book with ISBN Number.

Conference Registration

After intimation of selected of abstracts, selected participants will have to register through link provided paying conference registration fee as follows:

• Faculty and Professionals: Rs. 1500
• Research Scholars and Students: Rs. 1000

A maximum of two authors are allowed per paper. No fee shall be refunded in case any author fails to attend the conference on the date of event.

Support

For queries contact: Dr. Debmita Mondal, centerforlawandsciences@hnlu.ac.in, WhatsApp: 8827116648