Conference Objectives
- Examine systemic gender disparities in corporate governance and develop evidence-based strategies for dismantling them
- Showcase current research on women’s entrepreneurship, executive advancement, and workplace policy reform
- Build peer connections that extend beyond the conference program
- Critically analyze intersectionality: how race, culture, and socioeconomic status shape women’s leadership experiences globally
- Highlight success models from organizations that have measurably advanced gender parity at the executive and board level
- Equip attendees with practical leadership frameworks, negotiation tools, and advocacy strategies for immediate application
Who Should Attend
Whether you lead a company, study gender and business, shape equity policy, or run an NGO, this conference is for you.
- Senior corporate executives and C-suite leaders advancing gender-inclusive organizational cultures
- Academic researchers and scholars publishing on gender, business, and leadership studies
- Entrepreneurs and founders building women-led or women-centered ventures
- Policy makers and government officials shaping gender equity legislation and workplace regulations
- Human resources and DEI professionals designing inclusive talent pipelines
- Non-profit and NGO leaders championing women’s economic empowerment initiatives
- Graduate students and early-career professionals entering business and leadership fields
Select Ticket Type
Registration for the 42nd International Conference on Women in Business and Leadership in Brampton offers a range of attendance options crafted to suit academics, industry professionals, and students alike. Each ticket tier provides clearly defined access to sessions, networking events, and conference materials, so you can select the ticket type that best aligns with your goals and participation level. All listed registration fees are fully inclusive of applicable taxes, so the price you see is exactly the price 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 for the 42nd International Conference on Women in Business and Leadership, participants may request an official invitation letter to support their travel arrangements to Brampton, Canada. This letter is issued by the conference secretariat and formally confirms your registration status, the dates of the event, and the venue details, providing documentation you may present to travel authorities or your home institution.
Invitation letters are typically processed within three to five business days of a verified registration payment and are delivered electronically to the email address provided during registration. Attendees with questions about the letter should contact the organizing committee directly before requesting the document.
Please note that the issuance of an official conference invitation letter does not guarantee the granting of a visa or travel authorization by any government authority. Visa decisions rest exclusively with the immigration and border control bodies of Canada and the applicant’s country of origin, and applicants are strongly encouraged to begin the visa application process well in advance of the conference dates.
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 – 42nd International Conference on Women in Business and Leadership
The 42nd edition invites scholars, practitioners, and experts worldwide to submit original contributions that advance the global conversation on women’s roles in business and leadership. We welcome empirical studies, theoretical frameworks, and case-based analyses that offer fresh perspectives on gender equity in professional environments.
Accepted work may be considered for the conference proceedings where applicable and is presented during the event in Brampton, Canada.
Suggested Submission Topics:
- Women on corporate boards and governance
- Gender pay gap analysis and remedies
- Female entrepreneurship in emerging markets
- Intersectionality in executive leadership
- Maternal career penalty and workplace policy
- Women in STEM and tech leadership
- Mentorship and sponsorship program effectiveness
- Gender-lens investing and venture capital
- Leadership style and gender perception bias
- Organizational culture and gender inclusion
- Women in crisis leadership and resilience
- Policy frameworks for workplace gender equity
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 42nd edition, papers can cover any of the conference tracks, for example Women on corporate boards and governance, Female entrepreneurship in emerging markets or Gender-lens investing and venture capital.
| 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 full paper and extended abstract submissions to the 42nd International Conference on Women in Business and Leadership undergo a double-blind peer review process, evaluated by reviewers in the field for originality, methodological soundness, and relevance to the conference themes. Reviewers are selected for their demonstrated expertise in gender studies, organizational behavior, business, and related disciplines, ensuring substantive and credible feedback for every submission.
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:
- Recipients of the Best Paper Award will receive a personalized certificate of excellence co-signed by the conference chairs, along with prominent recognition in the official conference proceedings and across the conference’s international communications channels and partner networks.
- Winning authors will be invited to present an extended version of their honored research in a featured plenary slot at the following edition of the conference, amplifying their work before a global audience of scholars and business leaders.
42nd International Conference on Women in Business and Leadership – June 10, 2027 – Brampton, 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 42nd International Conference on Women in Business and Leadership is a multidisciplinary forum and warmly welcomes contributions from adjacent fields including sociology, public policy, psychology, economics, and education, provided submissions meaningfully engage with themes of gender, business, or leadership.
- Acceptance of an abstract or full paper to the conference program does not constitute confirmation of physical or virtual attendance; all presenters and participants must complete the formal registration process and receive a confirmed registration receipt to be included in the program schedule.
- Registered attendees are expected to participate actively in the sessions for which they are listed, whether as presenter, discussant, or audience member; the conference reserves the right to remove unattended presentations from the final proceedings if the presenting author fails to participate without prior written notification to the organizing committee.