IV International Conference on Alternative Dispute Resolution

The IV International Conference on Alternative Dispute Resolution is a two-day event organized by the Alternative Dispute Resolution Board (ADRB) at the Hamdard Institute of Legal Studies & Research (HILSR), Jamia Hamdard, New Delhi. Scheduled for March 27-28, 2026, this hybrid conference aims to bring together global and Indian leaders in arbitration, including senior judges, arbitrators, legal professionals, academicians, institutional representatives, and corporate counsel.

The conference will focus on the theme "From Tradition to Transformation: Innovative Approaches to Alternative Dispute Resolution in Global Justice System." Key topics include the modification of arbitration awards from an international perspective, cross-cultural perspectives and indigenous practices in ADR, and the role of ADR in addressing global challenges such as environmental issues, climate change, and human rights disputes. Sessions will also explore the integration of ADR with sustainable development goals, technology and online dispute resolution (ODR), and the philosophical foundations of ADR practices.

Participants can expect networking opportunities with top professionals and decision-makers in the field of arbitration and mediation. The event will feature panel discussions, workshops, and presentations by leading arbitrators, judges, law firm partners, corporate counsel, researchers, and academicians. Selected high-quality papers will be published in the conference proceedings or an edited book.

This conference is ideal for academicians, researchers, legal professionals, policy experts, students, ADR practitioners, and industry stakeholders interested in the evolving landscape of alternative dispute resolution. Attendees will gain insights into contemporary developments, engage with experts, and contribute to discussions on innovative approaches to ADR in the global justice system.