ICLSA 2026

THE 1st INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE

ON LAW AND SDGs
APPROACHES (ICLSA) 2026

Bridging Justice, Policy, and the SDGs
 5 November 2026Conference Date
 Hybrid ConferenceFH UIR & Online
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ABOUT THE CONFERENCE

Reimagining Law for Sustainable Development

ICLSA 2026 is an international forum for academics, legal scholars, practitioners, policy makers and researchers to discuss how law, justice, policy, technology and governance can support the Sustainable Development Goals.

Main Theme: Bridging Justice, Policy, and the SDGs.

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Bridging Justice, Policy, and the SDGs

Connecting legal scholarship and policy with sustainable development.

KEYNOTE & PLENARY SPEAKERS

Distinguished Speakers

International experts from Malaysia, Indonesia, Germany, Singapore and Brunei Darussalam.

KEYNOTE

Prof. Madya Dr. Hasnizam Hashim

Universiti Sains Islam Malaysia

Malaysia
PLENARY

Prof. Dr. Syafinaldi S.H., M.CL.

Universitas Islam Riau

Indonesia
PLENARY

Prof. Dr. Stefan Koos

The University of the Bundeswehr Munich, Germany

Germany
PLENARY

Dr. Nola Fabriyani Bte Salman, NCC (UK), S.Sos.I., M.Pd.

Muhammadiyah Islamic College Singapore

Singapore
PLENARY

Rajali bin Haji Aji

Akulti Undang-Undang Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah

Brunei Darussalam
SUB-THEMES

Conference Research Areas

ICLSA 2026 welcomes interdisciplinary research addressing law, justice, governance, public policy, and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

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Human Rights and Social Justice

  • Access to justice and legal aid (SDG 16: Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions)
  • Gender equality (SDG 5: Gender Equality)
  • Children's rights and protection (SDG 16: Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions)
  • Refugee and migrant rights (SDG 10: Reduced Inequalities)
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Environmental Law and Sustainability

  • Climate change legislation and policies (SDG 13: Climate Action)
  • Conservation laws and biodiversity (SDG 15: Life on Land)
  • Sustainable development and natural resource management (SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production)
  • Environmental justice and activism (SDG 16: Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions)
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Technology, Law, and Society

  • Cybersecurity and data protection (SDG 9: Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure)
  • Intellectual property rights in the digital age (SDG 9: Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure)
  • Legal implications of artificial intelligence and automation (SDG 9: Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure)
  • Social media, privacy, and freedom of expression (SDG 16: Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions)
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International Law and Global Governance

  • Humanitarian law and conflict resolution (SDG 16: Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions)
  • International trade and investment law (SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals)
  • Global health law and pandemics (SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being)
  • Transnational crime and justice (SDG 16: Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions)
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Corporate Law and Ethics

  • Corporate social responsibility and sustainability (SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production)
  • Governance, compliance, and transparency (SDG 16: Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions)
  • Financial regulation and white-collar crime (SDG 16: Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions)
  • Antitrust and unfair business competition; insurance; investment law and capital market; property law and guarantees; intellectual property rights (SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth)
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Criminal Justice and Public Safety

  • Policing and law enforcement strategies (SDG 16: Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions)
  • Criminal sentencing and prison reform (SDG 16: Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions)
  • Juvenile justice and rehabilitation (SDG 16: Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions)
  • Community safety and public health (SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being)
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Family Law and Social Policy

  • Marriage, divorce, and custody laws; treaty law; law of inheritance (SDG 5: Gender Equality)
  • Adoption and surrogacy regulations (SDG 5: Gender Equality)
  • Domestic violence and protection orders (SDG 5: Gender Equality)
  • Aging, elder law, and social security (SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being)
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Indigenous Rights and Legal Pluralism

  • Indigenous legal systems and customary law (SDG 16: Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions)
  • Land rights and territorial disputes (SDG 15: Life on Land)
  • Cultural heritage and intellectual property (SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities)
  • Self-determination and autonomy (SDG 10: Reduced Inequalities)
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Migration, Citizenship, and Identity

  • Immigration policies and border control (SDG 10: Reduced Inequalities)
  • Citizenship laws and statelessness (SDG 16: Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions)
  • National identity and multiculturalism (SDG 10: Reduced Inequalities)
  • Diaspora and transnational communities (SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals)
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Legal Education and Professional Ethics

  • Innovations in legal education (SDG 4: Quality Education)
  • Professional ethics and conduct (SDG 16: Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions)
  • Access to legal education and diversity (SDG 4: Quality Education)
  • Interdisciplinary approaches in legal studies (SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals)
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Economic, Management, Politic and Social Science

  • Government, politics and international relations (SDG 16: Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions)
  • Power, democracy, and general elections (SDG 16: Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions)
  • Public policy and administrations (SDG 16: Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions)
  • Social welfare (SDG 1: No Poverty)
  • Other related topics
IMPORTANT DATES

Conference Timeline

19 AUG – 30 SEP 2026

Abstract Submission

Deadline for abstract submission.

2 OCT 2026

Announcement of Abstract

Abstract acceptance announcement.

30 OCT 2026

Full Paper Submission

Deadline for accepted full papers.

5 NOV 2026

The Conference

Hybrid conference at Faculty of Law UIR and online.

CALL FOR PAPER

Share Your Research with the World

Submit your research and connect with international scholars, legal experts, practitioners and policy makers.

  • International e-certificate
  • Knowledge and networking with world experts
  • Publication in international proceedings
  • Conference kit
  • Lunch & snackbar for offline participants
PAYMENT FEE

Call for Paper

IDR 750.000 (USD 40) Download Abstract Template
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ORGANIZING TEAM

Conference Management

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Rosyidi Hamzah, S.H., M.H.

Dean, Faculty of Law
Universitas Islam Riau

Dr. Selvi Harvia Santri, S.H., M.H.

Chief Executive of ICLSA

Dr. Rani Fadhillah Syafrinadi S.H., M.H.

Moderator

WHERE?

Faculty of Law, Universitas Islam Riau

Jl. Kaharuddin Nasution No.113, Simpang Tiga, Kec. Bukit Raya, Kota Pekanbaru, Riau 28284

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CONTACT PERSON
Yuliana Indah Sari, S.H., M.H.0812-6827-7748
Anggraini Dwi Milandary, S.H., M.H.0895-4214-34808
[email protected]

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Bridging Justice, Policy, and the SDGs through international collaboration.

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