Beyond Boundaries: Gender, Tech and Transformative Change
In collaboration with UNESCO, the School of Social and Behavioural Sciences at Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham is hosting an International Conference on Gender and Technology, January 16th – 19th 2025, at Amritapuri campus, Kerala, India.
IEEE Society on Social Implications of Technology (SSIT) and IEEE Kerala Section are technical co-sponsors for the conference. Accepted and presented papers will be submitted for inclusion into IEEE Xplore and scopus indexing subject to meeting IEEE Xplore’s scope and quality requirements.
CONFERENCE FORMAT : In-Person
The International Conference on Gender and Technology 2025’s call for papers deadline has passed. However, we are currently inviting a short paper (2-3 pages) for poster submissions which, if accepted, the authors can present as posters. These short papers for poster submissions need to be related to the intersection of gender with emerging technologies, e.g. Blockchain, AI, VR/mixed reality, IoT, and robotics, and how these have been enablers across the various Thematic Areas.
Poster presentation submission deadline is Jan 1st 2025
During the Conference sessions, we will explore the below themes, which include but are not limited to:
These topics aim to foster comprehensive discussions and innovative solutions at the intersection of gender and technology, contributing to a more inclusive and equitable technological future.
We are excited to announce the Call for Reviewers for the International Conference on Gender and Technology 2025!
We invite you to volunteer as a reviewer or to recommend qualified experts in your work to contribute to the review process.
Each conference track has key expertise outlined on the online form to guide reviewer selection. Your expertise and insights are invaluable in ensuring the quality and relevance of submitted papers.
Benefits of being a reviewer:
Fill out the form now at https://amrita.link/icgtReviewer
Accepted papers presented by an original author or co-author will be published in the Conference Proceedings, and submitted for inclusion in IEEE Xplore and scopus indexing, subject to meeting IEEE Xplore’s scope and quality requirements. Posters will be published as an addendum to the conference proceedings and will not be submitted to IEEE Xplore or for scopus indexing.
Join us at the 2025 Gender and Technology Conference to contribute to a dynamic exchange of ideas and insights shaping the future of technology through a gender lens. We look forward to your submissions and to welcoming you to Kerala, India, for the event.
For inquiries, please contact: gendertechpublications@am.amrita.edu
Peer-reviewed
Academic Papers
Poster Presentations
GenAI Hackathon for Gender Equality
Workshop on Systems Thinking Approaches to Gender Equality
Concluding Awards Ceremony for Best Conference Paper, Poster Presentations, Best Hackathon
Gala Dinner with Cultural Performances
We will bring together diverse participants such as academicians, global experts, policymakers, government representatives, civil society, industry, gender-financing institutions, senior and early researchers, and students to discuss, share ideas, and network around emerging paradigms, opportunities, and vulnerabilities in gender diversity, inclusion, and technology and
Disaster and Environment
Safety and Security
Health and Sanitation
Livelihood and World of Work
Society, Culture, and Politics
Education
Women in STEM
Technology Design for
Inclusive Education
Technology by Women for Women
Socio-cultural Change
and Politics of Gender Equity
Building Inclusive Resilience
to Disaster and Climate Change
Livelihood and World of Work:
Blue, Green, and Care Economies
Women’s Health and Sanitation:
Community Medicine and
Mental Health in the Digital Age
Safety and Security:
New Tech, AI, and Online Safety
Systems Thinking Approaches
to Sustainable Development and Gender Equality
The importance of
Gender & Diversity in STEM
Inclusive Technology Design
for Education & Social Good
Ethics, Data Science, and
Social Problem Solving
Emerging Technologies:
Opportunities and Vulnerabilities
Paper Submission Deadline [Final]
Early Bird Paper Author Registration start
Paper Acceptance Notification
Final Camera Ready Paper
Early Bird Paper Author Registration Deadline
Poster Submission Deadline
This month-long event, from December 16, 2024, to January 19, 2025, challenges participants to create AI-driven solutions that empower women and underrepresented groups. Kick off with virtual prototyping in December, and bring your ideas to life at the International Conference on Gender and Technology venue in January. This hackathon fosters collaborative problem-solving and welcomes diverse participants—from tech wizards to social scientists. Sponsors and awards to be announced soon!
Questions? Email us at gendertechhackathon@am.amrita.edu
SPONSORS: 
Chancellor, Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham
GENERAL CO-CHAIR
Provost – Strategic Initiatives, International, Research & Innovation, AI + X | Dean, School for Sustainable Futures | Dean, International Programs | UNESCO Chair on Experiential Learning for Sustainable Innovation & Development | Director, Amrita Center for Wireless Networks & Application
PROGRAM CHAIR
Dean, School of Social & Behavioural Sciences, Director, Amrita Multi Modal Applications and Human Computer Interaction Las (AMMACHI Labs), Amritapuri | Director, Center for Gender Equality and Women’s Empowerment, Amritapuri | UNESCO Chair on Women’s Empowerment and Gender Equality
Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham
The Gender & Technology Conference is being held at: Amrita University, Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Amritapuri Campus in Vallikavu, Kerala, India, situated in the serene village of Vallikavu besides the backwaters, Amritapuri campus is accessible by air, train, and bus. The two closest airports are in Cochin (140 km north of the campus) and in Trivandrum (110 km south of the campus). Directions can be found here.
Accommodations are also available for conference registrants at Amritapuri Ashram. The ashram is located across from Amritapuri campus within walking distance. Cost per person for accommodation is 300 Rs for Indian attendees and 600 Rs per night for international attendees.
Additional accommodations are also available in nearby hotels. For reservations, please contact the hotel directly.
Location
Leela Ashtamudi A Ravi Hotel
Kollam, 33 km from campus
Distance
33 km
Location
Amrit Regency
Aramathumadam- Manappally Rd,
Thodiyoor, 12 km from campus
Distance
12 km
Location
Hotel Memories Inn
Kulasekharapuram Junction, Puthiyakavu, Karunagappally, 6 km from campus
Distance
6 km
Location
Hotel Saugandhika Residency
N.H 47, Haripad, Nangiarkulangara, 23 km
froma campus
Distance
23 km
Location
Sreelakshmi Residency
Chooonad, Vallikunnam, Ilippakulam,
Oachira, 12 km from campus
Distance
12 km
Location
Royale Regency
NH66, Oachira, 7 km from campus
Distance
7 km
This is a peer reviewed conference and hence paper submissions cannot be accepted over email. You must submit your full paper using the paper submission link at:
https://www.amrita.edu/events/gender-technology-conference-2025#call-for-papers
Yes. This would definitely be within the scope of the conference.
While we’re aiming for our conference to be primarily in-person, we can make exceptions to allow for virtual presentations of selected accepted papers.
Please submit your paper and we will be able to discuss your individual case with our technical program committee regarding participating virtually.
Unfortunately, we do not consider paper submissions in languages other than English for the International Conference on Gender and Technology. All submissions must be in English to ensure accessibility for our international audience.
Paper submissions can only be up to 6 pages in length. Longer paper submissions will be handled separately, with potential for an extra charge per page (beyond 6 pages) to be paid by the paper authors if the paper is accepted for publication.
Please use the IEEE conference template as available at below reference.https://www.ieee.org/conferences/publishing/templates.html
You may download the templates available for Word, Latex or Overleaf. We are inviting papers up to 6 pages in length.
As with all major IEEE conferences, all accepted papers will be submitted to IEEE Xplore. Typically, papers published in IEEE Xplore will be Scopus indexed – this is the process followed by most major IEEE conferences. However, there is no guarantee for Scopus indexing.
Scopus reviews each conference proceedings independently and determines whether papers will be indexed or not – hence the actual determination of Scopus indexing happens only after the conference is conducted. Thus, all we can say at this time is that accepted papers presented by an original author or co-author will be published in the Conference Proceedings and submitted for inclusion into IEEE Xplore and Scopus indexing subject to meeting IEEE Xplore’s scope and quality requirements.
Separately, select papers will be considered for a special issue on ‘Gender and Technology’ in the Science, Technology and Society (STS) Journal. The STS journal has been ranked Q1 by Scimago since 2022.
At this time, the conference is an in-person conference. Travel funding can be considered on a case by case basis for select researchers with accepted papers. However, general travel funding for attendees is not currently available.
We recommend using an A1 size for the posters. The A1 format, with dimensions of 594 mm x 841 mm (23.4 inches x 33.1 inches), offers ample space to effectively communicate our research while adhering to commonly accepted conference standards.
In addition to choosing the right size, you might find the design tips below worthwhile, as they could potentially enhance the poster’s impact:
Text Readability: Ensure the text is readable from about 2 meters away by using a minimum font size of 18 points, with 20 or 24 points being ideal. Opt for clear fonts such as Arial (sans-serif) or Georgia (serif) to maintain legibility.
Visuals and Data Presentation: Utilize charts and graphs to present data in an easy way. High-quality images such photos or diagrams should have a resolution of at least 150 pixels per inch to ensure clarity when printed. Label data directly on the graphs whenever possible, and include descriptive titles for each visual element to guide the viewer.
Balanced Layout: Make sure to leave sufficient space between different elements—text, graphs, and images—to avoid a cluttered appearance. A balanced layout will make the poster more inviting and easier to read.
Please get in touch with us at gendertechconference@am.amrita.edu
if you are interested to sponsor this conference
