Conferences & events
Where evidence meets debate.
Platforms where scholars, policymakers, practitioners and young researchers meet to test ideas, share evidence and build lasting networks.
Flagship event
The IPRS Annual Conference
Each year IPRS convenes an annual conference that brings together scholars, policymakers, practitioners and emerging researchers for structured dialogue on pressing policy questions.
The conference combines keynote addresses, thematic panels, paper presentations and closed-door roundtables. A dedicated young scholars track gives students and early-career researchers the chance to present their work and receive feedback from experienced discussants.
Details of the next conference — theme, dates, venue and call for papers — will be announced on this page.
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Flagship conference every year
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Session formats
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Focus areas it draws on
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Young scholars track
Conference format
What to expect
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Keynotes
Addresses by distinguished voices from law, government and academia.
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Panels
Thematic discussions that bring different perspectives into one conversation.
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Paper sessions
Peer-selected research presented with discussant feedback.
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Roundtables
Smaller, focused dialogues on specific policy proposals.
Take part
Ways to get involved
There are many ways to be part of an IPRS event — as a speaker, author, delegate or partner.
- Present a paper or policy proposal — respond to our call for papers with an abstract of up to 300 words.
- Join a panel or roundtable — share your expertise as a speaker or discussant.
- Attend as a delegate — students, professionals and citizens are all welcome.
- Partner or support — institutions can co-host sessions or support the conference.
- Volunteer — help us with registration, hospitality, logistics and documentation.
Through the year
Seminars, workshops & webinars
Alongside the annual conference, IPRS organises shorter sessions on current developments in law, governance and public policy.
Seminar
Policy seminars
Discussions on new laws, judgments and policy announcements soon after they happen, led by our members and invited experts.
Workshop
Skills workshops
Hands-on sessions on legal research, policy writing, data analysis and public speaking for students and young professionals.
Online
Webinars
Online talks and panel discussions that make our events accessible to participants across India and abroad.
Upcoming sessions will be listed here and shared on our social media channels.
Good to know
Event FAQs
How will I know when the next conference is announced?
We announce the theme, dates and call for papers on this page and on our LinkedIn, X, Facebook and Instagram accounts. You can also email us to be added to our mailing list.
Who can submit a paper?
Academics, practitioners, students and independent researchers are all welcome to submit. Abstracts are reviewed on the basis of relevance, originality and clarity.
Are certificates provided?
Yes. Presenters, delegates and volunteers receive certificates of participation for IPRS events.
Can my institution co-host an event?
We welcome co-hosting partnerships with universities, colleges and organisations. Please write to us with a short proposal.
Host or partner
Let’s convene the right conversation.
Suggest a theme, propose a session or partner with IPRS on a seminar, workshop or conference.