Conference Objectives
- Examine structural and cultural barriers preventing women from ascending to senior leadership roles across diverse industries
- Showcase current research on gender equity, pay parity, and workplace inclusion policies with measurable organizational impact
- Build cross-sector alliances between academics, executives, entrepreneurs, and advocates driving gender-forward institutional change
- Analyze the intersectionality of race, class, geography, and gender as compounding factors in women’s professional advancement
- Develop actionable frameworks and leadership models that organizations can adopt to build genuinely inclusive executive pipelines
- Celebrate and amplify the achievements of women leaders whose innovations and decisions are redefining business excellence globally
Who Should Attend
Leadership researchers, DEI program designers, women founders, and policymakers are the people this edition is built for.
- Corporate executives and C-suite leaders championing gender diversity initiatives within multinational organizations
- Academic researchers and faculty specializing in gender studies, organizational behavior, and leadership development
- Entrepreneurs and founders navigating the unique challenges of building women-led businesses and securing investment
- Human resources and DEI professionals designing inclusive recruitment, retention, and advancement programs
- Policy makers and government officials crafting legislation to advance workplace equity and equal opportunity
- Nonprofit leaders and advocates working at the intersection of gender justice and economic empowerment
- Graduate students and emerging professionals seeking mentorship, networking, and career-launching opportunities in leadership fields
Select Ticket Type
Registration for the 41st International Conference on Women in Business and Leadership in Toronto offers a thoughtfully structured range of ticket options, designed to accommodate the diverse needs of academics, practitioners, students, and organizational delegations alike. Each ticket tier grants access to a curated program of keynote sessions, parallel tracks, networking receptions, and published proceedings, ensuring exceptional value at every level of participation. All listed registration prices are fully inclusive of applicable taxes, so attendees can plan their budgets with complete transparency and confidence.
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 or paper acceptance, the conference secretariat is pleased to provide official invitation letters to attendees who require formal documentation for travel, institutional approval, or funding applications. These letters confirm your participation in the 41st International Conference on Women in Business and Leadership, held in Toronto, Canada, and are issued on official conference letterhead bearing the event’s details and your registration information.
To request an invitation letter, attendees must first complete their registration and payment process in full. Requests are then submitted through the official conference portal, and letters are typically processed and dispatched within a defined business-day window. Please ensure that all personal details, including full legal name, institutional affiliation, and email address, are accurate at the time of registration to avoid delays in letter issuance.
It is important to note that while the conference secretariat is committed to providing accurate and timely invitation letters upon request, the issuance of such a letter does not in any way constitute a guarantee of visa approval or entry into Canada. Visa decisions rest solely with the relevant immigration authorities of the applicant’s destination country, and the conference organizing committee bears no responsibility for visa outcomes. Attendees are strongly encouraged to begin their visa application process at the earliest opportunity and to consult the appropriate embassy or consulate for guidance specific to their circumstances.
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 – 41st International Conference on Women in Business and Leadership
Researchers, practitioners, and experts are warmly invited to submit original contributions that advance the global conversation on women’s leadership, equity, and organizational transformation. The 41st edition welcomes diverse methodological approaches, from qualitative case studies and quantitative analyses to policy proposals and practitioner reflections, addressing the multifaceted realities women face in business today.
Accepted work may be considered for the conference proceedings where applicable and is presented during the event in Toronto, Canada.
Suggested Submission Topics:
- Women in corporate board governance
- Gender pay gap measurement strategies
- Female entrepreneurship and venture capital access
- Intersectionality in executive leadership pipelines
- Mentorship and sponsorship program effectiveness
- Work-life integration policies for women leaders
- Gender bias in performance evaluation systems
- Women in STEM and technology leadership
- Cultural influences on women’s career trajectories
- Feminist organizational theory and practice
- Leadership identity development in women
- Global perspectives on women’s economic empowerment
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 41st edition, papers can cover any of the conference tracks, for example Work-life integration policies for women leaders, Feminist organizational theory and practice or Leadership identity development in women.
| 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
All submitted abstracts and full papers to the 41st International Conference on Women in Business and Leadership undergo a double-blind peer review process, evaluated by subject-matter experts spanning academia, industry, and policy. Reviewers assess submissions on the basis of originality, methodological soundness, relevance to the conference themes, and the potential contribution to advancing knowledge and practice in women’s leadership and business equity.
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 recipient of the Best Paper Award will receive an elegantly designed commemorative certificate of excellence, formally recognizing their outstanding scholarly contribution to the field of women in business and leadership before the full conference audience at the closing session.
- Award-winning papers will be fast-tracked for consideration in the conference’s affiliated academic publication, granting recipients amplified visibility within the global research community and a lasting record of their recognized contribution to advancing gender equity and leadership scholarship.
41st International Conference on Women in Business and Leadership – June 03, 2026 – 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 |
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.
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Disclaimer
- The 41st International Conference on Women in Business and Leadership is intentionally multidisciplinary in scope, welcoming contributions and attendees from fields including management, sociology, economics, law, public policy, psychology, and beyond — any discipline engaging meaningfully with gender, leadership, and organizational equity is considered relevant to this event’s mission.
- Successful submission of a paper or abstract, payment of registration fees, or receipt of an invitation letter does not constitute a final confirmation of attendance; the conference reserves the right to modify the program, speaker lineup, or session structure, and registered participants are responsible for monitoring official communications regarding any such changes prior to the event.
- Registered attendees are expected to engage respectfully and professionally throughout all conference sessions, workshops, and networking events; the conference organizing committee reserves the right to address conduct that is inconsistent with the event’s commitment to an inclusive and collegial professional environment, and attendance at specific sessions is subject to room capacity and scheduling constraints beyond the committee’s control.