Conference Objectives
- Examine cutting-edge empirical research on gender disparities in corporate governance and boardroom representation
- Showcase transformative leadership models developed and championed by women across diverse industry sectors
- Critically assess policy mechanisms — from pay equity legislation to parental leave reform — that measurably shift workplace culture
- Foster international dialogue on intersectionality, exploring how race, ethnicity, disability, and socioeconomic background compound gender-based professional barriers
- Spotlight entrepreneurial innovation led by women and highlight the funding ecosystems needed to sustain it
- Build lasting interdisciplinary networks that connect academia, corporate leadership, government bodies, and civil society organizations around shared equity goals
Who Should Attend
This conference brings together a vibrant mix of professionals, academics, and thought leaders from around the world.
- Corporate executives and C-suite leaders committed to gender-inclusive organizational transformation
- Academic researchers specializing in gender studies, organizational behavior, and management science
- Human resources directors and diversity, equity, and inclusion practitioners
- Policy advisors and government officials focused on workplace legislation and labor reform
- Women entrepreneurs and startup founders navigating capital access and growth challenges
- Nonprofit leaders and advocacy organization representatives advancing women’s professional rights
- Graduate students and early-career professionals pursuing specializations in leadership, business, and gender equity
Select Ticket Type
Registration for the 33rd International Conference on Women in Business and Leadership in Toronto offers a range of ticket categories thoughtfully designed to reflect the diverse needs of our global community of attendees. Whether you are joining as a student researcher, an independent practitioner, or a senior academic, there is an option suited to your professional context and budget — all listed prices are fully inclusive of applicable taxes. We warmly invite you to select the registration tier that best matches your participation plans and secure your place at this landmark 2027 gathering.
Select Tickets Type:
Author (Early Bird)
US$499 US$599
Including all taxes
Author (Regular)
US$599
Including all taxes
Listener
US$499
Including all taxes
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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
To support your participation in the 33rd International Conference on Women in Business and Leadership, the organizing secretariat can issue an official invitation letter upon successful registration and full payment of the applicable conference fee. This letter is provided as a professional courtesy document, confirming your acceptance as a delegate, speaker, or presenter at the event in Toronto, Canada in 2027.
Invitation letters are prepared using your verified registration details and typically dispatched within five to seven business days of confirmed enrollment. The document includes conference dates, venue information, your role at the event, and the issuing organization’s official contact information, all of which may assist you in planning travel arrangements or preparing institutional travel requests.
Please note that the issuance of an invitation letter by the conference organizing committee does not in any way guarantee the approval of a visa or travel authorization by any government or immigration authority. Visa decisions rest entirely with the relevant embassy, consulate, or border agency of the destination country, and applicants are strongly encouraged to apply well in advance and to seek independent immigration advice if needed.
Terms & Conditions
- Please note that all registration fees are non-refundable, non-negotiable, and non-transferable.
- Please make your own arrangements for visa (if applicable), accommodation and transportation.
- After verifying your successful payment, a regular invitation letter will be sent within 3 business days.
- Changes due to spelling or minor mistakes in the invitation letter will cost US$50.
- Invitation letter will not be provided for the Domestic Listener (Early Bird) ticket category.
Disclaimer
- The 33rd International Conference on Women in Business and Leadership is intentionally multidisciplinary in scope, welcoming scholarly and practitioner contributions from fields including management science, sociology, law, public policy, economics, psychology, and gender studies — submissions need not be confined to a single discipline to be considered relevant.
- Acceptance of an abstract, paper, or presentation proposal does not constitute confirmation of attendance; presenters and delegates are required to complete official registration and fulfill all associated fee requirements before their participation can be formally confirmed and included in the conference program.
- Session schedules, speaker assignments, and thematic track allocations are subject to modification at the discretion of the organizing committee; registered attendees are encouraged to monitor official communications and the conference website for the most current program information leading up to the event.
Call for Papers – 33rd International Conference on Women in Business and Leadership
The 33rd edition invites original scholarly contributions that interrogate, reimagine, and advance the landscape of women’s leadership and participation in business worldwide. Submissions spanning quantitative studies, qualitative case analyses, comparative policy reviews, and practitioner reflections are warmly encouraged from authors across all career stages and global regions.
Accepted work will be published in the official conference proceedings and presented during the event in Toronto, Canada.
Suggested Submission Topics:
- Gender pay gap measurement and remediation
- Women on corporate boards and governance
- Intersectionality in leadership pipelines
- Female entrepreneurship and venture capital access
- Mentorship and sponsorship program effectiveness
- Work-life integration policies and outcomes
- Gender bias in performance evaluation systems
- Women in STEM executive roles
- Maternity and parental leave policy reform
- Cultural influences on women’s career trajectories
- Negotiation strategies and gender dynamics
- Inclusive organizational culture design
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.
| 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 full paper submitted to the 33rd International Conference on Women in Business and Leadership undergoes a rigorous double-blind peer review process, evaluated by at least two independent subject-matter experts drawn from the conference’s international scientific committee. Reviewers assess submissions on the basis of scholarly rigor, originality of contribution, methodological transparency, and relevance to the conference’s core thematic priorities.
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.
To submit your author paper, visit here.
Best Paper Award
The Best Paper Award will be announced at the conference closing session. The winner will be rewarded with:
- Recipients of the Best Paper Award will be honored during the official closing ceremony with a personalized certificate of excellence and prominent recognition across the conference’s international communications channels, including its website, social media platforms, and post-event publications.
- Winning authors will receive a complimentary full registration credit applicable to the next edition of the conference series, alongside priority invitation to submit an expanded version of their recognized work for expedited review consideration in a partner academic journal.
33rd International Conference on Women in Business and Leadership (WBL) – April 04-06, 2027 – Toronto, 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 |
Day 3, optional City Tour (subject to availability). Participants wishing to join must confirm in advance, as an additional fee applies. To book, please contact the organizing committee.
Disclaimer
- The 33rd International Conference on Women in Business and Leadership is intentionally multidisciplinary in scope, welcoming scholarly and practitioner contributions from fields including management science, sociology, law, public policy, economics, psychology, and gender studies — submissions need not be confined to a single discipline to be considered relevant.
- Acceptance of an abstract, paper, or presentation proposal does not constitute confirmation of attendance; presenters and delegates are required to complete official registration and fulfill all associated fee requirements before their participation can be formally confirmed and included in the conference program.
- Session schedules, speaker assignments, and thematic track allocations are subject to modification at the discretion of the organizing committee; registered attendees are encouraged to monitor official communications and the conference website for the most current program information leading up to the event.
Venue
To be announced.
Contact Us
3 Massey Square, East York, Ontario M4C 5L5, Canada
E-mail: contact@internationalconference.ca
Keynote Speaker
Keynote speaker to be announced. Focus: global transformation, leadership, innovation, and strategic growth.
Terms & Conditions (Attendees & Sponsorships)
- Please note that all registration fees are non-refundable, non-negotiable, and non-transferable.
- Please make your own arrangements for visa (if applicable), accommodation and transportation.
- After verifying your successful payment, a regular invitation letter will be sent within 3 business days.
- Changes due to spelling or minor mistakes in the invitation letter will cost US$50.
- Invitation letter will not be provided for the Domestic Listener (Early Bird) ticket category.
Terms & Conditions (Notarized Invitation Letter)
- Voluntary Service: The provision of a Notarized Invitation Letter is an additional, voluntary service not directly linked to the main conference event.
- No Guarantee of Visa Approval: While this letter carries weight in many jurisdictions, its possession does not guarantee visa approval. The respective consulate or embassy determines visa approval.
- Non-refundable Service: The US$100 fee for the Notarized Invitation Letter is fixed and non-refundable, irrespective of whether the visa is approved or denied.
- Acceptance of Terms: You acknowledge and agree to these terms by requesting a Notarized Invitation Letter.
- Amendments to Terms: We reserve the right to change these terms at any point without notice.
- Processing Time: Upon verification of payment, a Notarized Conference Invitation Letter will be sent within 10 business days.
Disclaimer
- The 33rd International Conference on Women in Business and Leadership is intentionally multidisciplinary in scope, welcoming scholarly and practitioner contributions from fields including management science, sociology, law, public policy, economics, psychology, and gender studies — submissions need not be confined to a single discipline to be considered relevant.
- Acceptance of an abstract, paper, or presentation proposal does not constitute confirmation of attendance; presenters and delegates are required to complete official registration and fulfill all associated fee requirements before their participation can be formally confirmed and included in the conference program.
- Session schedules, speaker assignments, and thematic track allocations are subject to modification at the discretion of the organizing committee; registered attendees are encouraged to monitor official communications and the conference website for the most current program information leading up to the event.