Undergraduate Conference on Fostering Sustainable Growth: Rural Development, Social Security, and Community Empowerment for a Resilient Future
Welcome to the Undergraduate Conference -2025 organized by the National Institute of Social Development (NISD). This prestigious conference serves as a platform for undergraduate students, researchers, practitioners, and policymakers to come together, share insights, and engage in meaningful discussions on contemporary Fostering Sustainable Growth issues.
Conference Theme: “Fostering Sustainable Growth: Rural Development, Social Security, and Community Empowerment for a Resilient Future”
AbOUT Undergraduate Conference
The Undergraduate Conference is an annual event that brings together researchers, practitioners, and thought leaders to discuss sustainable rural development, social security, and community empowerment. It serves as a platform for knowledge exchange, innovative solutions, and collaborative efforts to build resilient and inclusive rural communities. Through meaningful dialogue and shared insights, the conference aims to drive positive change and inspire future leaders in the field.
Objective of the Conference-2025
To explore the integration of social work practices in promoting sustainable growth and resilience in rural communities, focusing on rural development, social security, and community empowerment to address the unique challenges faced by these populations.
Format: Physical
SCOPE OF THE CONFERENCE
- The conference will explore innovative approaches to enhance rural economies through sustainable agriculture, entrepreneurship, and infrastructure development.
- The focus will be on adapting social protection, healthcare, and financial safety nets to meet the needs of rural populations, reducing vulnerability and improving well-being.
- The conference will emphasize community-driven development, highlighting capacity-building, local leadership, and participatory approaches to empower rural populations to take charge of their own progress.
- Discussions will focus on ensuring gender equality and social inclusion in rural development, with attention to policies that create opportunities for women, youth, and marginalized groups.
- The conference will address the improvement of healthcare access, mental health services, and overall well-being in rural areas, focusing on reducing disparities and improving health outcomes.
- Topics will explore how young people can contribute to rural development through technology, innovation, and leadership, while discussing strategies to retain youth in rural communities.
- The conference will examine policy frameworks that promote rural development, focusing on how policies can support social security, community empowerment, and long-term sustainable growth in rural areas.
- The conference will emphasize the importance of multi-stakeholder collaboration, involving governments, NGOs, community organizations, and the private sector in driving sustainable rural development.
A guide for submission of abstracts
| Title | : | Title should not be exceeded 20 words |
| Abstract | : | The abstract should not exceed 300 words. Structured abstracts with the Introduction, Objective, Methodology, Results and Conclusions. |
| Language | : | Abstracts must be clear, concise and grammatically correct. Spellings should conform to concise dictionary. |
| Font | : | Sinhala: Iskolapotha, Tamil: Bamini, English: Times New Roman |
| Outline | : | Abstract should be typed on standard-sized paper (A4) (8.5" x 11") with 1"margins on all sides. |
| Font Size | : | Font size - 12 Line spacing - 1.5 |
| Evaluation System | : | All the abstracts and full papers will be reviewed by a panel of evaluators. |
| : | urssw@nisd.ac.lk |
SUB THEMES
- Sustainable Rural Development: Strategies for Inclusive Growth
- Social Security Systems in Rural Areas: Ensuring Protection for All
- Community Empowerment: Building Capacity for Local Leadership and Development
- Gender Equality and Social Inclusion in Rural Development
- Environmental Sustainability and Resilience in Rural Communities
- Rural Health Systems and Social Well-being
- Youth Engagement and Innovation in Rural Development
- Collaborative Partnerships for Rural Development
Keynote Speakers
Dr. Priyanwada Wanigasooriya
Head, Department of Library and Information Science
University of Kelaniya
SPECIAL DATES
| Deadline for the Abstract | : | 30th of March 2025 |
| Confirmation of the Abstract | : | 06th of April 2025 |
| Edited Abstract Submission | : | 28th of April 2025 |
| Paper Submission | : | 30th of April 2025 |
| Registration | : | On or Before 30th of April 2025 |
| Conference Date | : | 22nd of May 2025 |
REGISTRATION FEE
Presenters
| NISD Students | : | Rs. 2000.00 |
| Other University or Institutions | : | Rs. 2500.00 |
Participants
| Students Participants | : | Rs. 1500.00 |