9th International Conference on World Religions (9th ICWR-26)
24th - 25th October 2026
Organized by
The School of Religion & Philosophy
Minhaj University Lahore
Theme: Healing A Wounded World: Religious Responsibility, Solidarity and Action
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CALL FOR PAPERS
In an era marked by deepening inequalities, violent conflicts, ecological crises, and widespread social fragmentation, the world appears increasingly wounded both materially and morally. Religious traditions, long implicated in shaping identities, values, and communities, are today, more than ever, called upon not only to interpret these crises but also to respond to them with renewed ethical clarity and transformative action.
This conference invites scholars, practitioners, and policy thinkers, together with young researchers, to critically and constructively engage the religions in healing the wounded condition of our shared world. Moving beyond abstract formulations, it seeks to explore how religious resources, texts, practices, institutions, and lived experiences can contribute to healing, justice, and a sustainable future. At the same time, the conference encourages honest reflection on the ambiguities of religion, including its complicities in exclusion, violence, and division.
Special attention will be given to the roles of women and youth as vital agents in processes of renewal, as well as to the significance of place, memory, and ecological belonging in shaping resilient communities. By bringing diverse voices into the conversation, this conference aims to foster not only critical insight but also pathways toward meaningful action.
Contributors are invited to submit papers aligned with, but not limited to, the listed sub-themes. Interdisciplinary, comparative, and practice-oriented approaches are especially encouraged.
SUB-THEMES
1. The Founders of the religions made efforts to heal a wounded world
2. The religions give marginalized sectors of society a sense of belonging
3. The social inclusion of minorities requires reforms of institutions & society
4. The role of women as agents of healing in a divided world
5. Ecological wounds and sacred responsibility
6. Youth can share the responsibility of healing a broken world
7. Digital technology and sacred space vie for influence and control
8. Responsibility and solidarity are marks of a sound religious education
9. The religions can collaborate in addressing social inequality
10. We need to re-imagine religious responsibility in times of crisis
Note: Selected Papers will be published in the South Asian Journal of Religion & Philosophy
Please ensure your submission meets the 9th ICWR 2026 strict guidelines for accepting scholarly Papers. Submit your abstracts and full papers online.
LANGUAGE
Authors are encouraged to submit their manuscripts in English and Urdu in MS Word format only.
PUBLICATION
Selected papers will be published in the Following:
• South Asian Journal of Religions and Philosophy – (HEC Approved)
• Book of Conference Proceedings (summarized version)
IMPORTANT DATES
Important Dates:
1. Abstract Deadline: 04th August, 2026
2. Acceptance Notification: 12th August, 2026
3. Full Paper Deadline: 19th September, 2026
4. Acceptance Notification: 25th September, 2026
5. Early Bird Deadline: 1st October, 2026
6. Registration Deadline 15th October, 2026
7. Conference Date: 24th, 25th October, 2026
Note: Late submissions shall NOT be entitled to avail early bird discount.
REGISTRATION FEE
1. Presenters from Abroad (Early Bird) USD 200 ; (Normal) USD250
2. Local Presenter (Early Bird) PKR 4,000 ; (Normal) PKR 5,000
3. Non-presenter Participants (Early Bird) PKR 2,000 ; (Normal) PKR 3,000
Note: Group discounts are available for non-presenter participants
Contact Us
For Further Details write to us at conferences@mul.edu.pk OR contact:
Mr. Qasim Ali Shah qasim.dyreg@mul.edu.pk
Mr. Asif Nazar asif.regr@mul.edu.pk
Website: www.mul.edu.pk
Email: conferences@mul.edu.pk
REGISTRATION AND SUBMISSION
Please ensure your submission strictly meets the 9th ICWR-26 guidelines for accepting scholarly papers. Submit your abstracts and full papers online.
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Organizer
School of Religion and Philosophy
Minhaj University Lahore,
Punjab, Pakistan
