The UNESCO Chair for Legal Dimensions of Clean Sports at National Law University, Delhi, is inviting submissions for the 1st International Conference on “Clean and Safe Sports”, scheduled for 14 February 2026 in hybrid mode.
This conference brings together scholars, policymakers, athletes, sports administrators, and researchers to explore the legal, ethical, and institutional dimensions of clean and safe sports. The discussions will cover doping, athlete welfare, sports governance, neuro-enhancement, integrity issues, and the regulatory challenges shaping modern sports.
Suggested Themes:
-
Ethical concerns in ensuring clean sports
-
Emerging doping practices and enhancement methods
-
Athlete welfare and safe-sport practices
-
Sports integrity, governance, and administration
-
International and comparative approaches to clean sports
-
Intersections with competition law, arbitration, IPR, and sports regulation
Submission Guidelines:
-
Abstract: 300–350 words, with title, author details, affiliation, contact information, and 3–5 keywords
-
Full Paper: 3,000–5,000 words, including footnotes
-
Citation Style: Bluebook 21st Edition or APA 7th Edition
-
Formatting: Times New Roman, 12-point font, 1.5 spacing (footnotes: 10-point, single spacing)
Submissions must be original and unpublished. Plagiarism above 10% will lead to rejection.
Important Dates:
-
Last date for registration and abstract submission: 14 December 2025
-
Notification of acceptance: 20 December 2025
-
Full paper submission deadline: 27 January 2026
-
Conference date: 14 February 2026
Registration Fees:
-
Students / Research Scholars: ₹700
-
Academicians / Professionals: ₹1,200
-
International Participants: USD 25
Publication Opportunity:
Selected peer-reviewed papers will be published in an ISBN-certified edited volume under the UNESCO Chair.
Submission Email:
unescochair@nludelhi.ac.in