Conference Objectives
- Examine structural and institutional barriers that continue to limit women’s advancement into senior leadership roles across global industries
- Showcase current research on gender-inclusive governance, boardroom diversity, and equitable organizational policy design
- Facilitate cross-sector collaboration between academics, corporate leaders, and civil society organizations championing women’s economic empowerment
- Analyze the intersectional dimensions of gender, ethnicity, and socioeconomic background as they relate to professional opportunity and career mobility
- Highlight mentorship ecosystems, sponsorship frameworks, and allyship models that have demonstrably improved outcomes for women in leadership pipelines
- Develop actionable policy recommendations and evidence-based strategies that institutions and governments can adopt to close persistent gender gaps in business
Who Should Attend
Expect women executives, gender studies researchers, DEI professionals and policy analysts working on women’s economic rights.
- Female executives and C-suite leaders seeking peer-driven insights and global networking opportunities
- Academic researchers and faculty specializing in gender studies, organizational behavior, or business management
- Human resources and diversity, equity, and inclusion professionals driving workplace transformation
- Policy analysts and government officials focused on labor market equity and women’s economic rights
- Entrepreneurs and startup founders building ventures with gender-inclusive values at their core
- MBA students and early-career professionals aspiring to leadership roles in business and public administration
- NGO representatives and nonprofit advocates working to advance gender equity in economic and corporate settings
Select Ticket Type
Securing your place at the 32nd International Conference on Women in Business and Leadership is straightforward with our clearly defined registration tiers, each designed to serve the distinct needs of presenters and attendees. Whether you are presenting or attending in Mississauga, there is an option suited to your participation. All listed registration fees are fully inclusive of applicable taxes, so the price you see is precisely what you pay.
Registration Fees
- Early Bird Author Registration – US$499 For authors keen on availing a $100 discount on the regular registration fee, early bird registration is recommended.
- Regular Author Registration – US$599 If the early bird deadline has been missed, authors can opt for the regular registration process.
- Listener Registration – US$499 Individuals interested in attending the conference to expand their knowledge and network can register as listeners.
What Registration Includes
- Admission to the conference sessions
- Conference materials
- Presentation opportunity for eligible authors and speakers
- Certificate of participation or presentation for eligible registered participants
- Networking access
- Conference photo session
- Official registration confirmation
- Invitation letter support for eligible registered participants
- Refreshments or meal items as confirmed in the final venue package
Invitation Letter Support
Upon successful registration, participants of the 32nd International Conference on Women in Business and Leadership may formally request an official invitation letter to support their travel arrangements to Mississauga, Canada. This document is issued by the conference organizing team and is intended to confirm your accepted role as a registered delegate, presenter, or attendee at the event.
The invitation letter typically includes key details such as the conference name, edition, dates, venue location, and the participant’s registration status. It is designed to accompany visa applications, travel grant requests, or institutional funding approvals as credible supporting documentation. Requests should be submitted promptly after registration is confirmed to allow adequate processing time.
Please note that while the organizing committee is committed to facilitating your participation by providing this official documentation, the issuance of an invitation letter does not in any way guarantee visa approval or entry into Canada. All immigration decisions rest solely with the relevant government authorities, and applicants are solely responsible for meeting the visa requirements of their respective countries.
Before You Register
- Registration fees are non-refundable and cannot be transferred to another person. If your visa is refused, you get 50% off one new registration for a later edition in your name.
- Your invitation letter is emailed within 3 to 5 business days after your payment is verified.
- You arrange your own visa, travel and accommodation.
Call for Papers – 32nd International Conference on Women in Business and Leadership
The 32nd edition invites original scholarly contributions that push the boundaries of knowledge on women’s roles, challenges, and achievements within business and leadership contexts. Researchers and practitioners are encouraged to submit work that is empirically grounded, theoretically innovative, or policy-relevant to the conference’s core themes.
Accepted work may be considered for the conference proceedings where applicable and is presented during the event in Mississauga, Canada.
Suggested Submission Topics:
- Women on corporate boards and governance
- Gender pay gap analysis and solutions
- Female entrepreneurship and venture funding
- Intersectionality in workplace leadership
- Maternity policy and career continuity
- Women in STEM executive pathways
- Mentorship and sponsorship program effectiveness
- Gender-responsive organizational culture change
- Women in family business succession
- Leadership style and gender perception
- Women in emerging market economies
- Digital transformation and female leadership
Paper and Abstract Submission
Authors are invited to submit abstracts, research papers, case studies, review papers or professional practice presentations.
All submissions are reviewed before acceptance. Submitted work should be original and not previously published.
For the 32nd edition, papers can cover any of the conference tracks, for example Gender pay gap analysis and solutions, Women in STEM executive pathways or Digital transformation and female leadership.
| Submission Type | Description |
|---|---|
| Abstract | A concise summary of the research, case study or presentation topic |
| Full Paper | A complete academic or professional paper |
| Case Study | A practical business, management or economic case analysis |
| Review Paper | A literature-based research or industry review |
| Professional Presentation | A practice-based presentation from professional experience |
Submission Guidelines
- Submissions must be written in English.
- Submissions must be original and relevant to the conference theme.
- Abstracts should clearly describe the purpose, method, findings and relevance of the work.
- Full papers should normally be between 4 and 12 pages.
- Authors must complete registration after acceptance to confirm participation.
Peer Review Details
Every manuscript submitted to the 32nd International Conference on Women in Business and Leadership undergoes a double-blind peer review process, evaluated by reviewers in the field. Review criteria encompass originality, methodological soundness, relevance to the conference themes, and the clarity of academic contribution.
To know more about our peer review details, visit here.
Submission Form
Note: If you are interested in participating as an author, you must submit your paper through the Author Paper Submission Form before completing the payment and registration.
Best Paper Award
The Best Paper Award will be announced at the conference closing session. The winner will be rewarded with:
- The Best Paper Award recipient will receive a personalized certificate of excellence formally recognizing the outstanding quality and impact of their research contribution to the field of women in business and leadership
- Winning authors will be prominently featured across the conference’s official communications, website, and post-event publications, amplifying the visibility of their work within an expansive global academic and professional network
32nd International Conference on Women in Business and Leadership – March 25, 2027 – Mississauga, Canada
[Registration starts 9 AM, Gate closes 9:30 AM]
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM | Registration and networking |
| 10:00 AM – 10:20 AM | Opening remarks |
| 10:20 AM – 11:00 AM | Keynote session |
| 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM | Technical Session 1 |
| 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM | Lunch break |
| 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM | Technical Session 2 |
| 3:00 PM – 3:30 PM | Coffee break |
| 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM | Panel discussion and audience Q&A |
| 4:30 PM – 5:00 PM | Certificate distribution and photo session |
| 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM | Networking session |
Venue
To be announced.
Contact Us
3 Massey Square, East York, Ontario M4C 5L5, Canada
E-mail: [email protected]
Keynote Speaker
Keynote speaker to be announced. Focus: global transformation, leadership, innovation, and strategic growth.
Conference Terms
- Name or spelling changes to an issued invitation letter cost US$50.
- A notarized invitation letter is an optional extra service (US$100), sent within 10 business days after payment. It supports a visa application but does not guarantee approval.
Terms and ConditionsRefund PolicyNotarized Invitation Letter
Disclaimer
- The 32nd International Conference on Women in Business and Leadership is a multidisciplinary forum welcoming scholarly perspectives from a broad range of fields including management, sociology, public policy, economics, and gender studies; acceptance of a submission does not imply endorsement of any particular viewpoint expressed by the authors.
- Registration and payment of conference fees confirm a participant’s intent to attend but do not constitute a guarantee of attendance; delegates are responsible for arranging their own travel, accommodation, and any necessary visas, and the organizing committee bears no liability for circumstances preventing travel.
- The conference program is subject to scheduling adjustments, and the organizers cannot guarantee that any individual session, keynote, or presentation will take place at a specific time; attendees are encouraged to monitor official communications for real-time updates to the program schedule.