Organized by
School of Arts and Design,
Woxsen University , Hyderabad, India
Date and Time
5th and 6th August 2024
Mode : Physical & Virtual
About FTSC-2024
The "International Conference on Fashion as a Tool for Social Change (FTSC-2024)" serves as a pivotal
nexus, uniting the realms of fashion, social progress, and the global commitment to Sustainable
Development Goals (SDGs). This conference is intricately designed to explore and celebrate the
transformative power of fashion in shaping societal change, aligning closely with various SDGs aimed at
fostering a more inclusive, equitable, and sustainable world.
Fashion, celebrated here as both an art form and a mode of self-expression, emerges as a potent force
challenging social norms and breaking barriers. By delving into the intersection of fashion, social
issues, and advocacy, FTSC-2024 aims to contribute directly to SDG objectives, offering a platform for
insightful discussions, critical thinking, and innovative approaches that position fashion as a catalyst
for positive change.
Publication
Selected papers presented at the conference will be considered for publication in an edited Book by
(SCOPUS Indexed) and Shodkosh, UGC Care journal.
Springer (SCOPUS Indexed) and
Shodkosh, UGC Care journal.
SUBMISSION GUIDELINES
An abstract of 300 words (Font size: 12, line-spacing: 1.5, Font: Times New Roman, PDF document only) should be submitted by e-mail at internationalconferenceftsc24@gmail.com., with the subject ‘Abstract Submission’. The abstract should provide clearly description of the topic and study area, theoretical focus, objective, factual data, research methods, expected findings, and significance of the study. It should also contain the name and affiliation of the main author and co-authors with contact details and a brief biodata. Acceptance of the abstract will be notified to the main and co-authors by e-mail. The last date to submit the abstract is 15th June 2024.
SUBMISSION OF FULL RESEARCH PAPER
Full paper (Font size: 12, line spacing: 1.5, Font: Times New Roman, PDF document only) should be submitted by e-mail at internationalconferenceftsc24@gmail.com. with the subject ‘Research Paper Submission’. The main author and co-author’s names, affiliations, and contact numbers should be mentioned on the cover page. The paper’s main text should have 5000-7000 words, including references, figures, and tables. All photographs and other images need to be of high resolution. APA style of referencing is to be strictly followed. The paper should demonstrate critical rigour and clearly contribute to the knowledge. The last date to submit the full research paper is 15th July 2024.
SUB-THEMES OF THE CONFERENCE
The conference is aligned with SDGs through its thematic subtheme covering a spectrum of issues within the overarching theme of fashion as a tool for social change.
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These include, but are not limited to:
- Fashion and Gender Equality
- Sustainable and Ethical Fashion
- Advocacy and Social Justice in Fashion
- Representation of Marginalized Communities in Fashion
- Fashion's Impact on Body Positivity and Self-Esteem
- Role of Fashion in Promoting Environmental Sustainability
- Indigenous Fashion Revival
- Fashion as Cultural Diplomacy
- Decolonizing Fashion
- Fashion and Cultural Appropriation
- Fashion and Heritage Tourism
- Cultural Sustainability in Fashion
- Digital Innovation in Cultural Fashion Preservation
- Fashion Archiving and Museology
- Cultural Fusion in Fashion Design
- Financial regulation and compliance in the digital age
- Fashion and Cultural Resistance Movements
- Fashion and Intangible Cultural Heritage
- Fashion and Cultural Sustainability in Global Supply Chains
- Cultural Appropriation vs. Cultural Exchange in Fashion
- Digital Innovation in Cultural Fashion Preservation
- Fashion Archiving and Museology
- Cultural Fusion in Fashion Design
- Financial regulation and compliance in the digital age
- Fashion and Cultural Resistance Movements
- Fashion and Intangible Cultural Heritage
- Fashion and Cultural Sustainability in Global Supply Chains
NOTE :
Contributions related to sustainable developments in Fashion and Textiles, regardless of the specific
sub-topic, resonate with SDG 12 and the broader agenda of responsible consumption and production.
THE OBJECTIVE
To explore the potential of fashion as a tool for social advocacy, aligning with SDGs quality education, and
inspiring them to consider the societal impact of their work. Highlight innovative projects, initiatives,
and design approaches aligning with industry, innovation, and infrastructure, that successfully leverage
fashion as a means of advocating for social change.
Important Dates
Registration Date
25th June 2024
Full Paper Submission
15th July 2024
Conference Date
5th-6th August 2024
Registration Fee Details For Paper Presentation
Academicians, Administrators, Corporate Participants
₹5000 For National Participants
For International Participants - USD 59.88
Pay Fee
Students, Research Scholars
₹ 3500 For National Students
For International Participants - USD 41.92
Pay Fee
Registration after 25th June 2024
Academicians, Administrators, Corporate Participants
₹6000 for National Participants
For International Participants - USD 71.86
Pay Fee
Students, Research Scholars
₹4000 For National Students
For International Participants - USD 47.91
Pay Fee
Committee Members
Chief Patrons
Dr. Raul V. Rodriguez
Vice PresidentWoxsen University, India
Dr. R. V. R. Krishna Chalam
Vice Chancellor,Woxsen University, India
Convener
Dr. Adity Saxena
DeanSchool of Arts & Design, Woxsen University India
Dr. Sadhna
Assistant ProfessorSchool of Arts & Design, Woxsen University
International
- Steve Mcneil, Senior Scientist at Agresearch, The New Zealand Government Agricultural Research Institute
- Prof. Catherine Harper, Prof. Catherine Harper Senior Consultant, Office of The Provost, The British University in Egypt, Cairo
- Dr. Memon Hafeezullah College of Textile Science and Engineering, Zhejiang Sci-Tech University, Hangzhou, China
- Dr. Francesco Mazzarella Frsa, Senior Lecturer In Fashion And Design For Social Change,Centre For Sustainable Fashion London College of Fashion, Ual
- Sulakshana Chemudupati, Sustainable fashion consultant, Portugal
- Alexandra Weatherby , Knitwear Designer, Manchester, England, Uk
- Arianna De Biasi, Dress Ecode, Itali
- Anna Crozier, Wild Earth Natural Textiles Pty Ltd, Australia
- Christian Westphal, Founding Partner, SilverSpoon Consultancy, Denmark
National
- Dr. Nandan Kumar, Managing Director, High-Performance Textiles Pvt Ltd
- Dr. Seiko Jose Scientist, ICAR-CSWRI Avikanagar. Govt. India
- Dr. C.Prakash Director, IIHT, Govt. India
- Dr. Subramanian Senthilkannan Muthu, Chief Sustainability Officer, Associate Professor, India
- Dr. Swapna Mishra, COO & Officiating CEO, Textile Sector Skill Council, New Delhi
- Prof. Ashis Kumar Samanta, Former Professor and Ex-Head Of The Department Of Jute And Fibre Technology, University Of Calcutta, India
- Dr. Mamoni Borha, College of Community Science, CAU, Tura, Meghalaya
- Dr. Rena Mehta, Indian Institute of Crafts & Design, Jaipur, India
- Dr. Peeyush Kumar Atlas, ISDI, India
- Nitin Kapoor, CEO& Co-Funder of IBA Crafts, India
- Dr. S Arun Kumar, Director, Head of Office, WSC, Hyderabad
- Swetali Mahapatra, Founder of Earthyweaves
Conference Program Committee
Prof. Namrita Sharma
School of Arts and Design, Woxsen University, India
Prof. Rajesh Kumar
School of Arts and Design, Woxsen University, India
Prof. Arun Gupta
School of Arts and Design, Woxsen University, India
Prof. Ashish Kumar
School of Arts and Design, Woxsen University, India
Prof. Ashwini Kalyani
School of Arts and Design, Woxsen University, India
Prof. Sreeraghavi Mani
School of Arts and Design, Woxsen University, India
Prof. Srutinwita Roy
School of Arts and Design, Woxsen University, India
Prof. Ashutosh Kumar
School of Arts and Design, Woxsen University, India
Prof. Muniba Syed
School of Arts and Design, Woxsen University, India
ACCOMMODATION
Accommodation including additional meals available in Woxsen Campus on first-come first-serve basis from
4th August (evening) to 7th August (morning), for
additional payment as under:
Double Seater (Non-AC): Rs1000 per Person
Single Seater (Non-AC): Rs 1500 per Person
Indexing and Publisher
Industry Partners
About Woxsen University
Woxsen was incorporated in 2014 as a School of Business, expanding with the School of Arts & Design that
has recently been ranked 2 among the top design schools in India (private category). Additionally, it
comprises of the School of Architecture & Planning and the School of Technology (Engineering).
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 MBA program is EFMD accredited and the School is currently
undergoing the AACSB and EQUIS 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 four core areas:
1) Internationalization, with 123 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 48,00,000/- in funds obtained from government grants (DST, among others)
3) Corporate Alignment, with 14,50,000/- 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.
What's new? Woxsen is expanding its wings towards e-learning in collaboration with government portals and
private entities to deliver the best e-content, enabling learners from across the globe.
Alongside this, the formation of Centres of Excellence is a prominent feature of the university,
developing specialized expertise across its core disciplines.
ABOUT SCHOOL OF ARTS AND DESIGN
Since its inception in 2016, Woxsen School of Arts and Design has been inspired by design's transformative
potential. Today, the school is recognized as one of the top design schools in Hyderabad with excellence
in design education. It was also ranked 2nd in IIRF 2023 All India under the private university category
and IDA 2023 award.
Located on a sprawling 200-acre campus in Hyderabad, the school offers B. Des. (Hons.), a four-year UG
program, and a PhD in Design with four specializations: Fashion, Interior Design, Communication Design,
and Industrial Design. Its world-class infrastructure and trained industry-standard senior faculties
enable quality education and provide spaces to enhance creative thinking and collaboration.
At the School of Arts and Design at Woxsen, we focus on training students to be successful design
practitioners. The next generation of creative leaders engages in real-world learning and develops as
critical thinkers and makers grappling with the pressing issues of our time.
Our programs are designed to equip students with distinct organizational, economic, market, and social
awareness, as well as research skills. We ensure that our contemporary programs align with industry trends
and are constantly updated with in-depth practice and learning for domain expertise. This commitment to
practical skills and industry alignment makes us one of the best design colleges in Hyderabad.