Call for Papers
As a Scientific Research Conference Organizer, The Global Academic Research Institute is proudly organizing the International Conference on Poverty and Social Protection (ICPSP 2026) under the theme of “Social Welfare and Sustainable Living for Secure Society”. We welcome proposals for papers and invitations for abstract submissions are now open for both Oral and Poster presentations covering current research and new processes. All contributions should be of high quality. During the review period, Papers will be reviewed by eminent scholars in the respective areas.
Two types of submissions are invited:
01. Full papers reporting on Original & Unpublished Research
02. Work-in-progress papers or Abstract or Case Studies or Projects
The proposed Conference provides a suitable platform for all academics, leading researchers, and professionals to share their knowledge and their achievements. All academic practitioners around the world are encouraged to submit their research abstracts, papers, and posters based on the following conference tracks. All accepted abstracts will be published in conference proceedings. In addition, all the submitted full papers will be reviewed by the journal editorial board and a few high-end papers will be published in GARI e-Journal having ISSN and All Selected papers will be published in conference printed proceedings & having ISBN & DOI, as well as a conference Digital library page.
For abstract submission fill in the online submission form or contact helpdesk@gariteam.com. Presentation time allocated 20 mins (15 mins presentation 05 mins questions),
All Selected papers will be published in different Journals
GARI International Journal of Multidisciplinary Research (www.research.lk)
International Journal of Social Science and Humanities (Online: ISSN 2424-6492)
as well as GARI Digital Research Library,
Print & Online proceedings Book will include "Extended Abstracts", should be at least three pages, but not more than five pages in length including the references. The word limit is 1000 - 1200 words.
Note - Offer certificate for co-authors & All Participant Delegates
Virtual Delegate Presentation (via ZOOM platform) is available at the conference & All the presentations LIVE STREAM on Facebook. After the event, We post the Print Certificate & Proceeding after the Conference
Scope
Poverty Measurement, Dynamics & Multidimensional Poverty
- Income poverty vs. multidimensional poverty (MPI)
- Poverty lines, thresholds & global comparisons
- Chronic poverty, transient poverty & poverty traps
- Asset-based & vulnerability approaches
- Household surveys & data collection methodologies
- Child poverty & intergenerational poverty transmission
- Rural vs. urban poverty dynamics
- Poverty mapping & disaggregated data (gender, age, ethnicity)
Social Protection Systems & Frameworks
- Social protection floors (SPF) & universal coverage
- Social security, insurance & assistance models
- Conditional vs. unconditional cash transfers (CCTs vs. UCTs)
- Public works programs & employment guarantees
- Social safety nets & shock-responsive protection
- Pension systems & old-age income security
- Disability benefits & inclusive social protection
- Integration of social protection with health, education & nutrition
Social Assistance & Cash Transfer Programs
- Design, implementation & targeting of cash transfers
- Graduation programs & pathways out of poverty
- Child-sensitive social protection (family allowances, school feeding)
- Humanitarian cash & voucher assistance (CVA)
- Digital payments & financial inclusion linkages
- Impact evaluation of cash transfer programs
- Conditionalities: Benefits, challenges & alternatives
- Universal Basic Income (UBI) debates & experiments
Social Insurance & Contributory Schemes
- Health insurance & universal health coverage (UHC)
- Unemployment insurance & income support
- Old-age, survivors & disability pensions
- Maternity, paternity & parental benefits
- Occupational injury & workers' compensation
- Informal sector inclusion in contributory schemes
- Microinsurance & community-based health insurance
- Financing sustainability of social insurance systems
Vulnerable Groups & Inclusive Protection
- Women & girl-child poverty (feminization of poverty)
- Children, orphans & child-headed households
- Persons with disabilities & accessible protection
- Older persons without family support
- Indigenous, tribal & marginalized ethnic groups
- Refugees, internally displaced persons (IDPs) & stateless populations
- Migrant workers (domestic, international & undocumented)
- Informal economy workers & gig economy platforms
Labor Markets, Employment & Livelihoods
- Decent work, minimum wage & labor rights
- Informal employment & transition to formalization
- Youth unemployment & skills development programs
- Female labor force participation & care economy
- Agricultural livelihoods & seasonal poverty
- Self-employment, micro-enterprises & entrepreneurship support
- Active labor market programs (ALMPs) & job matching
- Social protection for platform & gig workers
Financing, Governance & Political Economy of Social Protection
- Domestic resource mobilization for social protection
- Taxation, fiscal space & budgetary allocations
- International aid, development finance & donor coordination
- Political economy: Elite capture, clientelism & populism
- Administrative capacity & delivery system strengthening
- Grievance redress mechanisms & accountability
- Fraud, leakage & corruption prevention
- Public-private partnerships in social protection delivery
Shocks, Crises & Adaptive Social Protection
- Climate change & shock-responsive social protection
- Natural disasters, droughts & floods: Emergency response
- Pandemics (COVID-19) & health system shocks
- Economic crises, inflation & food price shocks
- Conflict, displacement & fragile contexts
- Adaptive & anticipatory social protection systems
- Linking humanitarian assistance with long-term protection
- Building resilience & reducing vulnerability to shocks
Registration Fees
| Participant |
Amount |
| Delegate Presenter / Author (Oral) |
290 EURO |
| Delegate Student Presenter / Author (Oral) |
260 EURO |
| Virtual Delegate |
230 EURO |
| Accompanying Person / Delegate Listener |
260 EURO |
| E-Poster Presentation (Remote Delegate) |
175 EURO |