Development Studies International Conference
Development Studies International Conference 2024
Navigating Development Pathways in an Evolving Global Order
Department of Development Studies, University of Dhaka
5 – 6 May 2024 | Hotel SONARGAOn, Dhaka
Deadline for Abstract Submission: 30th of March 2024
Notification of Acceptance: 5th of April 2024
Deadline for Full Paper Submission: 20th of April 2024
ABSTRACT SUBMISSION EMAIL: dudsconference@du.ac.bd
Scholarship: Limited number of scholarships available for students and paper presenters.
The Department of Development Studies at the University of Dhaka cordially invites academics, researchers, practitioners and policymakers from around the world to contribute to the forthcoming international conference titled "Navigating Development Pathways in an Evolving Global Order." Scheduled for May 5 - 6, 2024, this conference aims to explore the intricate dynamics of Development Studies, particularly within the context of the global south, amidst the complex challenges of our contemporary world.
The Department of Development Studies at the University of Dhaka in Bangladesh was established in 2000 as the first independent department in South Asia. The 24 full-time faculty members, one of the largest in the world, who are well trained, and pursue an active career in teaching and research in four streams: Development Economics, Public Policy Analysis, Social Development, and Natural Resource Management. This is one of the few departments in the world that offers teaching in all levels, having as many as six-degree programmes, including the Bachelors, Masters, Professional Masters, Specialised Masters for government officials, MPhil and PhD programmes.
THEMES
- Economy and Development: Pathways to Economic Diversification
- Politics and Development Pathways to Overcome Democratic Deficit
- Environment and Development: Pathways to Sustainable and Resilient Future
- Inclusion, Gender and Justice in Development: Pathways to Inclusive and Just Society
- Digital Technology, New Media, and Development: Pathways to Transformation in the Digital Age