Conference Objectives
- Examine evidence-based frameworks that accelerate women’s advancement into senior executive and board-level roles across diverse industries
- Critically assess the intersectional challenges facing women of colour, women with disabilities, and women from underrepresented communities in corporate and civic leadership
- Showcase current research on pay equity, sponsorship structures, and organisational culture as drivers of sustainable gender parity
- Cultivate cross-border dialogue between policymakers, academics, and business leaders committed to embedding gender equity into institutional design
- Explore the evolving role of digital transformation, AI, and entrepreneurship as equalising forces, and as emerging risk areas, for women in business
- Establish lasting collaborative networks that translate conference insights into measurable change within organisations, governments, and communities
Who Should Attend
Expect C-suite leaders, gender and management researchers, women founders, and HR and inclusion directors in the room.
- Senior corporate executives and C-suite leaders championing gender-inclusive workplace strategies
- Academic researchers and faculty specialising in gender studies, management, and organisational behaviour
- Entrepreneurs and startup founders navigating the unique landscape of women-led business ventures
- Human resources directors and diversity, equity, and inclusion professionals driving institutional change
- Government officials and public-sector policymakers advancing gender equity legislation and programming
- Non-profit leaders and NGO representatives advocating for women’s economic empowerment globally
- Graduate students and emerging scholars seeking mentorship and publishing opportunities in gender and leadership research
Select Ticket Type
We have structured our 2027 registration tiers to ensure that academics, professionals, and students at every career level can access this conference in Oshawa. Whether you are attending as an independent researcher, a corporate delegate, or a first-time conference participant, there is a registration option thoughtfully designed to match your needs and circumstances. All listed ticket prices are fully inclusive of applicable taxes, so you can plan your participation with complete financial clarity.
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, the 48th International Conference on Women in Business and Leadership is pleased to provide official invitation letters to attendees who require documentation to support their travel arrangements. These letters confirm your participation status, the conference dates, and the Oshawa venue, providing the foundational evidence many institutions and funding bodies require to approve travel grants or professional development leave.
To request an invitation letter, participants should complete their registration in full and submit a formal request through the designated portal on the conference website. The organizing secretariat endeavours to issue letters promptly, and attendees are encouraged to initiate this process well in advance of any visa application or institutional approval deadlines to allow adequate processing time.
Please be advised that while the conference secretariat is glad to supply official invitation and participation documentation upon request, the issuance of such letters does not guarantee visa approval or entry into Canada. All visa and travel authorisation decisions rest exclusively with the relevant immigration authorities and embassy offices of the attendee’s destination and home countries, and applicants remain solely responsible for meeting all entry requirements.
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 – 48th International Conference on Women in Business and Leadership
The 48th edition invites researchers, practitioners, and experts to submit original contributions that push the boundaries of knowledge on women in business and leadership. We welcome empirical studies, theoretical frameworks, case analyses, and interdisciplinary perspectives that address today’s most pressing gender equity challenges.
Accepted work may be considered for the conference proceedings where applicable and is presented during the event in Oshawa, Canada.
Suggested Submission Topics:
- Women in corporate board governance
- Gender pay gap remediation strategies
- Female entrepreneurship and venture funding
- Intersectionality in leadership pipelines
- Work-life integration and career sustainability
- Mentorship and sponsorship program efficacy
- Women in STEM and technology sectors
- Gender-responsive policy and legislation
- Leadership identity and authenticity
- Digital platforms enabling women-led business
- Organisational culture and gender inclusion
- 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 48th edition, papers can cover any of the conference tracks, for example Women in corporate board governance, Female entrepreneurship and venture funding or Digital platforms enabling women-led business.
| 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 submission to the 48th International Conference on Women in Business and Leadership undergoes a double-blind peer review process, evaluated by reviewers with expertise in gender, leadership, and business disciplines. Review criteria encompass originality, methodological soundness, relevance to the conference themes, and the potential of the work to contribute meaningfully to the field.
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 receives an award certificate presented at the closing session, along with a featured profile in the official conference proceedings and a dedicated announcement across the conference’s communication channels
- Winning authors are granted a complimentary registration credit applicable to their next edition of the conference, acknowledging their scholarly excellence and encouraging their continued contribution to the advancement of women in business and leadership research
48th International Conference on Women in Business and Leadership – July 29, 2027 – Oshawa, 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 48th International Conference on Women in Business and Leadership warmly embraces contributions from scholars and practitioners across all disciplines — participants from fields beyond gender studies, management, and business are encouraged to attend, and the conference content is designed to offer value across a genuinely multidisciplinary audience.
- Registration and payment of conference fees confirm a delegate’s intent to attend but do not constitute a guarantee of physical attendance; the organizing committee reserves the right to modify scheduling, venue arrangements, or delivery format in response to circumstances beyond its reasonable control, and registrants will be informed of any significant changes in a timely manner.
- The conference programme is structured across multiple parallel and plenary sessions; delegates should note that registration provides access to the overall conference event and does not guarantee admittance to every individual session, workshop, or closed roundtable, as certain specialised sessions may have capacity limitations or specific eligibility criteria.