| Title |
International Conference |
| Dates |
21-22 January 2025 |
| Theme |
Sustainable Development Goals for a Better World: Role of Public Administration |
| Organizer |
Maulana Azad National Urdu University |
| University Overview |
Maulana Azad National Urdu University (MANUU) is a Central University accredited with A+ grade by NAAC. Established in 1998 by an Act of Parliament, it promotes and develops Urdu language and imparts vocational and technical education in Urdu medium through conventional and distance modes. The university has seven schools, 19 departments, and 95 programs up to Ph.D., spread across 11 states. The headquarters is in Gachibowli, Hyderabad, on a 200-acre campus. |
| Department Overview |
The Department of Public Administration was established in 2006, offering B.A., M.A., and Ph.D. programs. It has qualified faculty with rich teaching and research experience and is engaged in research areas such as Administrative Theories, Indian Administration, Public Policy, Local Government, Social and Welfare Administration, e-Governance, Good Governance, Right to Education, Child Rights, Women Rights, Minority Rights, NGOs, and Disaster Management. |
| Conference Theme |
The United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) represent a comprehensive global framework for achieving a sustainable, equitable, and peaceful world by 2030. Public Administration plays an integral role in steering sustainable development through effective governance, capacity building, transparency, and innovative practices. |
| Objectives |
- Examine the role of Public Administration in SDG implementation.
- Identify challenges and barriers in implementing the SDGs.
- Promote knowledge sharing and innovation.
- Strengthen partnerships and cooperation.
- Explore digital and technological solutions for SDGs.
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| Sub-Themes |
- Integrated Policy Frameworks for Sustainable Development
- Innovative Public Administration Practices for SDGs
- Capacity Building and Institutional Strengthening of SDGs
- Participatory Governance and Citizen Engagement
- Governance of Environmental Sustainability
- Public-Private Partnerships for Sustainable Development
- Financial Management and Resource Allocation for SDGs
- Monitoring, Evaluation, and Accountability
- Climate Change and Resilience Building
- Equity and Inclusion in Sustainable Development
- Urban and Rural Sustainability Governance
- Global Governance and International Cooperation
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| Expected Outcomes |
- Policy recommendations for governments
- Best practices repository
- Strengthen networks
- Follow-up actions for public institutions
- High-quality research papers for publication
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| Mode of Conference |
Hybrid mode (online and offline) |
| Travel Support |
No TA/DA will be provided |
| Local Hospitality |
Lodging and food will be provided by the organizers |
| Accommodation |
Limited accommodation available on a first-come, first-serve basis from 20th to 23rd January 2025 |
| Registration Fee |
No registration fee |
| Call for Papers |
- Original, unpublished, well-researched papers in English or Urdu.
- Abstracts (300-500 words) by 1st December 2024.
- Full papers (4000-6000 words) by 20th December 2024.
- Submissions in word format to dopainternationalconference25@gmail.com
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| Organizing Committee |
- Chief Patron: Prof. Syed Ainul Hasan, Vice Chancellor, MANUU
- Patrons: Prof. Sk. Ishtiaque Ahmed, Registrar, MANUU
- Prof. Shahida, Dean, School of Arts and Social Sciences, MANUU
- Convener: Dr. Syed Najiullah, Head, Department of Public Administration
- Co-Convener: Dr. Ahmed Raza, Assistant Professor, Dept. of Public Administration
- Coordinator: Dr. Junaid Khan, Assistant Professor, Dept. of Public Administration
- Members: Prof. Kaneez Zehra, Professor, Dept. of Public Administration;
Prof. Syed Rabbe Subhani, Directorate of Distance Education;
Dr. Ishtiyaq Ahmed, Assistant Professor in Public Administration, DDE;
Dr. Naved Ashrafi, Guest Faculty in Public Administration, DDE
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| Contact Details |
Dr. Ahmed Raza
Assistant Professor & Conference Co-convener
Dept. of Public Administration
Maulana Azad National Urdu University, Hyderabad-500032, Telangana, India
Mobile No: 9873770067
Email: dopainternationalconference25@gmail.com |