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The term "cultural diversity" is frequently used in two distinct contexts. It is sometimes used to refer to
the idea that the spread of a globalised 'world culture' threatens the cultural customs and ways of life of
specific groups around the world. As a result, cultural diversity is frequently mentioned in this context as
something that needs to be preserved or protected.
Cultural diversity is necessary for long-term prosperity, referred to as the fourth pillar of
sustainability's stability. Although it seems like a contradiction, promoting cultural diversity could help
the research community live together peacefully. When people feel confident in their ability to live
according to their cultural values, they are better able to talk to each other and work together. Cultures
that are different from each other are the main source of sustainable growth for people, communities, and
nations. Respecting, preserving, and promoting the world's cultural diversity is important for making a
global plan for sustainable development now and in the future.
It is important to understand the idea of "plurality" as it exists within and between cultures, as well as
within and between people in societies, because this idea is sometimes overlooked when looking at art and
design practises from around the world that are different from one another in terms of culture. Culture
gives people and groups more ways to live their lives. Adapting to change and making socio-ecological
systems more resilient is very important. Cultural diversity makes the world richer and more interesting. It
gives people more chances and helps them develop their skills and values. As a result, it makes a big
difference in the growth of communities, people, and nations. When developing a sustainable strategy for
product creation, production, consumption, post-consumption management, and policy recommendations based on
research, cultural diversity must be considered.
Whether the goal is to promote gender equality, good education, or measures to fight poverty, cultural
diversity is a key part of achieving development goals. So, the strategy for sustainability must consider
the different cultures. Many practitioners think that the key to success is diversity since everyone brings
something different to the table. In fact, academics recommend a diversity and inclusion strategy that is in
line with the values, behaviours, and commitments that are emphasised at all levels of the organisation,
such as leading by setting a good example, driving change, supporting team growth, and being open and
welcoming.
The conference invites scholars across disciplinary boundaries to become a part of the collective in
furthering the narrative beyond the contemporary sustainable practices in the design. We invite papers,
presentations, reports, posters etc. on the following sub-topics.
Woxsen was incorporated in 2014 as a School of Business, expanding with the School of Arts and Design
that has recently been ranked 2 among the top design schools in India (private category). Additionally, it
comprises the School of Architecture and Planning, the School of Technology (Engineering) and School of
Liberal Arts.
Furthermore, the School of Business is NBA accredited. We are the youngest B-School to be conferred with
prestigious memberships by the three largest global accreditation bodies in business education – AACSB
(USA), AMBA (UK), EFMD (Brussels). The School is currently undergoing the AACSB and EFMD accreditation
process.
Woxsen received University status in May 2020 and it is among the first private universities of Telangana
and is located on a 200-acre, residential campus at Hyderabad. We have facilities on campus such as
Robotics Lab & AI, Bloomberg, and Behavioural Analytics Lab, among others, that enable the students to
become highly skilled professionals across disciplines.
The institution is National Education Policy (NEP) compliant enabling inter-disciplinary education at all
levels while putting special focus on five core areas:
1) Internationalization, with 83 international partners spread across 36+ countries and all continents
with collaborations in terms of exchange programs, faculty exchange, consulting projects, joint research,
MDPs, Dual degree, among others.
2) Research, with 95+ publications, 8 patents (2 in the making) and 11 design registrations in the last 18
months, along with INR 69,00,000/- in funds obtained from government grants (DST, among others)
3) Corporate Alignment, with INR 20,50,000/- in consulting projects generated in the last 6 months.
Additionally, the university counts with 5 Chair Professors in Marketing, Financial Services, Analytics,
AI, and Robotics.
4) CSR, with regular activities with the local villages surrounding the campus and one international
project with Monmouth University, USA.
5) Entrepreneurship, with an incubation center led by a Centre of Excellence with HHL, Leipzig, Germany.
Ranked among the top design colleges in Hyderabad, The School of Arts & Design at Woxsen University aspires
to be a world-class institute that transcends the conventional curriculum strategised in its content
delivery in a truly heterodox, even iconoclastic fashion. Located in a sprawling 200-acre campus in
Hyderabad, the school’s programs feature among the top design courses in Hyderabad and Telangana and its
world-class infrastructure enables quality education and provides spaces to enhance creative thinking and
collaboration.
Students at the School of Arts and Design at Woxsen are trained to be successful design practitioners with
the distinct organisational, economic, market, social awareness and research skills. The school's
contemporary programs align with industry trends and are constantly update with in-depth practice and
learning for domain expertise.
Banaras Hindu University is an internationally reputed temple of learning, situated in the holy city of Varanasi. This Creative and innovative university was founded by the great nationalist leader, Pandit the greatest center of learning in India. It has produced many great freedom fighters and builders of modern India and has immensely contributed to the progress of the nation through a large number of renowned scholars, artists, scientists and technologists who have graced its portals. The area of the main campus of this premiere Central University is 1300 acres, having well maintained roads, extensive greenery, a temple, an air strip and buildings which are an architectural delight. The Airfield of the campus was started for military training for flying during the second world war. Another campus of the university at Barkachha, in Mirzapur district, covering an area of 2700 acres is coming up.
The university comprises 6 Institutes, 14 Faculties 144 Departments, 4 Inter disciplinary Centres a constituent college for women’s and 3 Constituents Schools, spanning a vast range of subjects pertaining to all branches of humanities, social science, technology, medicine, science, fine arts and performing arts. It has 6 centres of Advanced Studies, 10 Departments under Special Assistance Programme and a large number of specialized Research Centers.
The university has taken a leadership role in promoting new ideas, the spirit of integration of the world, and cultivation of intellect and culture. Banaras Hindu University is small virtually a universe in microcosm.
Established in 1963, the department is one of India’s premier applied arts institutes. This department plays a leading role in creative education in India. The department alumni work in many prestigious creative institutes of the world and are in top positions in their respective fields. Apart from this, the students also have a lot of glory in the field of art education. The department imparts education in Visual Communication, Illustration, Campaign Planning and Integrated Marketing Communication Design.
The conference invites scholars across disciplinary boundaries to become a part of the collective in furthering the narrative beyond the contemporary sustainable practices in the design. We invite papers, presentations, reports, posters etc. on the following sub-topics.
In the context of Design, India has a rich and ancient cultural heritage which needs to be documented in sufficient volume. Especially in the age of sustainable practices, when people are shifting towards cultural practices such as 'Patravali' and 'clay pottery' is now become biodegradable products. We strongly believe if Indian cultural diversity is explored intensively, it will create many innovative opportunities to deal with sustainability concerns and emerging practices. We expect the scholarly information through this conference to glorify the traits of Indian cultural heritage and its utility towards sustainable goals.
Papers related, but not limited to these sub-topics, will also be accepted if found pertinent.
The papers should be based on new materials/interpretation/observations on sustainable developments in Arts and Design.
Email address in Abstract submission and full paper submission will be now:
conference.wsad@woxsen.edu,
Last date to submit the abstract is 20th March 2023.
Full paper (Font size: 12, line-spacing: 1.5, Font: Times New Roman, PDF document only) should be submitted by e-mail at
conference.wsad@woxsen.edu,
with the subject 'Research Paper Submission'. The main author and co-authors' names, affiliations, and contact numbers should be mentioned on the cover page. The paper's main text should have 3000-5000 words, including references, figures, and tables. All photographs and other images need to be of high resolution. APA style pf referencing is to be strictly followed. The paper should demonstrate critical rigour and clearly contribute to the knowledge
Last date to submit the full research paper is 30th April 2023.
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The soft copy of abstract and full research paper should be emailed to conference.wsad@woxsen.edu.in
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Dr. Raul Rodriguez (Vice President – Woxsen University)
Dr. RVR Krishnaa Chalam (Vice Chancellor – Woxsen University)
Prof. Dr. Deepti Prakash Mohanty (Dean – Faculty of Visual Arts, Banaras Hindu University)
Dr. Adity Saxena (Dean – School of Arts & Design, Woxsen University)
Dr. Peeyush Kumar Gupta (Assistant Professor -
School of Arts & Design, Woxsen University)
Dr. Sadhna (Assistant Professor - School of Arts &
Design, Woxsen University)
Dr. Manish Arora (Assistant Professor – Dept of Applied Arts, Visual Arts, Banaras Hindu University )
Prof. Surya Teja Bachu (Assistant Professor - School of Arts & Design, Woxsen
University)
Dr. Shanti Swaroop Sinha Asst. Professor
History of Visual Art & Design, Faculty of Visual Arts,
Banaras Hindu University
Dr. Rajiv Mandal Asst. Professor
History of Visual Art & Design, Faculty of Visual Arts,
Banaras Hindu University
Dr. Ashish Kumar Gupta Asst. Professor
Department of Applied Arts, Faculty of Visual Arts,
Banaras Hindu University
Dr. Amresh Kumar Asst. Professor
Department of Plastic Arts, Faculty of Visual Arts,
Banaras Hindu University
Saheb Ram Tudu Asst. Professor
Department of Plastic Arts, Faculty of Visual Arts,
Banaras Hindu University
Ashish Kumar Asst. Professor
School of Arts & Design, Woxsen University
Murali Kesaboina Asst. Professor
School of Arts & Design, Woxsen University
Ar. Vindhya Kanthi Asst. Professor
School of Arts & Design, Woxsen University
Deepak Panda Asst. Professor
School of Arts & Design, Woxsen University
Ashwini Kalyani Asst. Professor
School of Arts & Design, Woxsen University
Vishakha Rao Asst. Professor
School of Arts & Design, Woxsen University
Er. Shakti Singh Asst. Professor
School of Arts & Design, Woxsen University
Ar. Shivaram Reddy Asst. Professor
School of Arts & Design, Woxsen University
Dr. Manish Arora
Organising Secretary
Department of Applied Arts, Faculty of Visual Arts, Banaras Hindu University
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Er. Shakti Singh
Asst. Professor - School of Arts & Design, Woxsen University
shakti.singh@woxsen.edu.in
+91 9918871993
Ashwini Kalyani
Asst. Professor - School of Arts & Design,
Woxsen University
ashwini.kalyani@woxsen.edu.in
+91 8793506080