In a significant move to bridge academic research with global policy, the Centre for Diaspora Studies (Independent Centre) at the Central University of Gujarat (CUG) has announced a “Three-Day Interdisciplinary International Conference” scheduled for April 27–29, 2026.
The conference, titled “The Global Indian Diaspora, Transnationalism, and Sustainable Development,” will take place at the university’s new permanent campus in Kundhela, Vadodara. The event aims to explore the pivotal role played by the 30-million-strong Indian diaspora in achieving the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Broad Interdisciplinary Themes
The conference organizers have invited papers across a wide array of sub-themes that intersect sociology, economics, politics, and technology. Key themes include:
- Migration & Economics: Patterns and trajectories of migration, labor migration’s impact on economic growth, and the “Brain Drain vs. Brain Gain” phenomenon.
- Identity & Culture: Diaspora identity formation, social demography, and the role of social and ethnic media in the Indian diaspora.
- Transnationalism: Transnational practices, networks, and community resilience in social spheres.
- Policy & Governance: Evaluation of government missions (e.g., Vande Bharat, Ukraine crisis response), citizenship laws, and the Global Compact for Migration (GCM).
- Sustainability & Innovation: The diaspora’s role in climate change and sustainable development, digital diaspora and innovation, and the preservation of Indian Traditional Knowledge.
- Specialized Areas: Gender and equity in migration, youth diaspora engagement, maritime diaspora, and the challenges of refugees and undocumented migration.
Key Objectives
The conference will serve as a multidisciplinary platform for scholars and policymakers to:
- Identify barriers to diaspora contributions such as philanthropic giving and knowledge transfer.
- Explore how the diaspora supports SDGs like poverty reduction and sustainable cities.
- Assess the soft power and cultural diplomacy potential of Indians living abroad.
Call for Global Participation
The university has extended an invitation to researchers and professionals worldwide to submit their work.
Important Dates:
- Full Paper Submission: March 15, 2026
- Registration Deadline: March 5, 2026
- Conference Dates: April 27–29, 2026
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For more information and registration details, interested participants can visit the official university portal at www.cug.ac.in.
Detailed brochure of the conference
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