ICWPD 2026 invites research contributions that align with the following key themes:

1. Empowering Youth Leadership for Policy Impact: Driving transformative changes through youth-led initiatives.
2. Equity in Action: Addressing healthcare disparities and promoting fairness in policy frameworks.
3. Advancing Gender Equality in Policy Development: Championing inclusive health and economic policies.
4. Youth, Women, and Diverse Leadership:  Strengthening governance through inclusive representation.
5. Global Collaboration for Policy Transformation: Building cross-border partnerships to reshape global policies.
6. Policy Development for Social Justice: Focusing on education, inheritance, marriage, and growth.
7. Community-Based Rehabilitation (CBR): Empowering accessible, culturally responsive, and sustainable rehab for differently abled populations.
8. Gender Equity in Rehabilitation Services: Ensuring equal access and care quality for women in physiotherapy.
9. Sustainable Policy for Economic Growth: Integrating health, equity, and economic strategies aligned with SDGs.

General Conditions for All Participants

• Adherence to Deadlines: All submissions and registrations must be completed by the specified dates. Late entries will not be considered.
• Original Work: Presenters must ensure their research is original and unpublished. Plagiarism above 20% will lead to rejection.
• Professional Conduct: All participants must maintain academic integrity and professional decorum during sessions.

Attendance Requirement

• Presenters must be present at their scheduled sessions (virtually or physically).

Certificate Issuance

• Presenters will receive a Certificate of Presentation upon successful delivery of their research.
• In case multiple authors of paper are applying for a certificate, each author completes the registration separately.
• Participants will receive a Certificate of Attendance only if they meet the required attendance criteria.

Account Details for Payment

IBAN: PK67ABPA0010086039670030

Account Title:  The Begum Nusrat Bhutto Women University.

Submission & Presentation Guidelines

• Abstract Submission Deadline: March 15, 2026
• Full Paper Submission Deadline: March 25, 2026
• Registration Deadline: March 30, 2026
  

Abstracts (250–300 words) should include:

• Background, Research Question, and Objectives
• Methodology, Key Findings, and Policy Implications.
• Contribution to the Conference Themes

Presentation Format:

• Oral Presentations: 15 minutes + 5 minutes Q&A
• Poster Presentations: A1 size posters (594mm x 841mm)

All submissions will undergo a double-blind peer review process to ensure academic integrity and relevance.

 

Eligibility Criteria for Participants

Presenters (Authors of Research Papers)

1. To be eligible as a Presenter, the applicant must:
   • Be a student, researcher, faculty member, industry, or advocacy role related to the conference subject matter.
   • Submit an original research abstract relevant to the conference themes.
2. Follow the prescribed template of the MS PowerPoint Presentation and Full Paper
3. Follow the submission guidelines and meet the deadline for abstracts (March 15, 2026).
   • Be willing to present the research either physically (on-site) or virtually (online).
   • Complete the registration process and payment before March 30, 2026.

Participants (Attendees without Paper Presentations)

1. To be eligible as a Participant, the applicant must:

• • Be a student, researcher, faculty member, policy-maker, independent scholar, or professional interested in the conference themes.
  • Register for the conference before the deadline (March 30, 2026).
  • Engage in panel discussions, keynote sessions, and networking opportunities.

Ineligibility Criteria for Participants 

Ineligibility for Presenters (Authors of Research Papers)

A presenter will be deemed ineligible if:

1. Failure to Meet Submission Guidelines
   • The abstract or full paper does not align with the conference themes.
   • The prescribed template for the MS PowerPoint presentation and the Full Paper
   • The abstract is poorly written, incomplete, or lacks a clear research objective.
   • The full paper exceeds plagiarism limits (above 20%) or contains uncredited sources.
   • The submission is a duplicate or has been previously published elsewhere.
2. Failure to Submit on Time
   • The author missed the abstract submission deadline (March 15, 2026) without prior approval.
   • The full paper must be submitted by March 25, 2026, after abstract acceptance.
   • Payment is not completed by March 30, 2026, despite acceptance.
3. Failure to Present at the Conference
   • The presenter fails to attend their scheduled session (physically or virtually) without a valid justification.
   • The presenter is found reading directly from slides or paper without engaging the audience.
   • The presenter violates the allocated time limit (15 minutes for oral, poster guidelines for poster presentations).

Ineligibility for Participants (Attendees Without Paper Presentation)

A participant will be considered ineligible if:

1. Failure to Register & Pay Fees
   • Registration fee is mandatory for all participants; therefore, it must be paid via the prescribed method in a timely manner.
   • Registration is not completed by March 30, 2026.
   • Payment is not received or verified within the deadline.
2. Misrepresentation of Credentials
   • The participant provides false information regarding their affiliation, designation, or identity.
   • Any fraudulent attempts to obtain a participation certificate without attending sessions.
3. Failure to Meet Attendance Requirements

• • Participants must attend at least two full conference sessions to receive a Certificate of Attendance.
    Virtual participants must stay for the full session they registered for; early exit will result in ineligibility for a certificate

National Participants (Presenter & Attendee):

• Faculty / Researchers: PKR 2500/-
• Student: PKR 1500/-
• Professional Industry Representative: 3500/-

International Participants (Presenter & Attendee) :

• Faculty / Researchers: $70
• Student:  $30
• Professional Industry Representative: $100