World Congress on Sustainable Development on December 22-24, 2025 in Bangkok, Thailand

Conference Themes & Indicative Topics:

Papers are invited across the following broad themes, aligned with the UN SDGs, but are not limited to these areas:

I. People: Ending Poverty and Hunger, Ensuring Dignity and Equality

SDG 1: No Poverty:

Poverty eradication strategies and innovative social protection systems.

Addressing income inequality and economic inclusion.

Sustainable livelihoods and microfinance for vulnerable communities.

SDG 2: Zero Hunger:

Sustainable agriculture and food systems (agroecology, smart farming).

Food security, nutrition, and reducing food waste.

Resilient food chains and adaptation to climate change.

SDG 3: Good Health & Well-being:

Universal health coverage and public health innovations.

Maternal, child, and adolescent health.

Addressing non-communicable diseases and mental health.

Sustainable healthcare systems and medical technologies.

SDG 4: Quality Education:

Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) and global citizenship education.

Lifelong learning opportunities and skills for the future workforce.

Digital education, equitable access, and inclusive learning environments.

SDG 5: Gender Equality:

Women's economic empowerment and political participation.

Ending gender-based violence and discrimination.

Gender perspectives in climate action and resource management.

SDG 6: Clean Water & Sanitation:

Sustainable water resource management and integrated water management.

Access to safe drinking water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH).

Wastewater treatment, recycling, and resource recovery.

II. Planet: Protecting Natural Resources and Tackling Climate Change

SDG 7: Affordable & Clean Energy:

Renewable energy technologies (solar, wind, hydro, geothermal, biomass, hydrogen).

Energy efficiency and sustainable energy consumption.

Energy access, smart grids, and rural electrification.

SDG 12: Responsible Consumption & Production:

Circular economy principles and business models.

Sustainable supply chain management and green procurement.

Waste reduction, recycling, and valorization technologies.

Sustainable product design and life cycle assessment.

SDG 13: Climate Action:

Climate change mitigation strategies (emissions reduction, carbon capture).

Climate change adaptation and resilience building.

Climate finance, policy, and international cooperation.

Early warning systems for climate-related hazards.

SDG 14: Life Below Water:

Marine ecosystem conservation and sustainable fisheries.

Ocean pollution (plastics, microplastics, chemical pollutants) and remediation.

Coastal zone management and blue economy initiatives.

SDG 15: Life on Land:

Terrestrial ecosystem conservation and biodiversity protection.

Sustainable forest management and combating desertification.

Land degradation neutrality and ecosystem restoration.

Wildlife conservation and combating illegal trade.

III. Prosperity: Ensuring Sustainable and Inclusive Economic Growth

SDG 8: Decent Work & Economic Growth:

Sustainable economic models and green jobs.

Innovation, entrepreneurship, and sustainable business practices.

Addressing youth unemployment and promoting social protection.

SDg 9: Industry, Innovation & Infrastructure:

Sustainable industrialization and technological upgrading.

Resilient infrastructure development (transport, energy, digital).

Innovation ecosystems and green technology transfer.

SDG 10: Reduced Inequalities:

Addressing inequalities within and among countries.

Inclusive policies for marginalized groups (migrants, refugees, persons with disabilities).

Social inclusion and equity in access to resources and opportunities.

SDG 11: Sustainable Cities & Communities:

Urban planning for sustainable and resilient cities.

Smart cities, green buildings, and sustainable transportation.

Preserving cultural and natural heritage in urban environments.

Disaster risk reduction and urban resilience.

IV. Peace & Partnerships: Building Peaceful Societies and Global Cooperation

SDG 16: Peace, Justice & Strong Institutions:

Governance for sustainable development (transparency, accountability, rule of law).

Peacebuilding, conflict prevention, and inclusive societies.

Access to justice and human rights.

SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals:

Multi-stakeholder partnerships for sustainable development (public-private, civil society, academia).

Capacity building and technology transfer for developing countries.

Sustainable finance and innovative funding mechanisms.

Data, monitoring, and accountability for SDG progress.

V. Cross-Cutting Themes & Interlinkages

Integrated Approaches to the SDGs: Understanding synergies, trade-offs, and holistic planning.

Role of Technology in Sustainable Development: Digital transformation, AI, IoT, blockchain for sustainability.

Climate-Gender-Food-Water Nexus: Interconnected challenges and integrated solutions.

Policy Coherence for Sustainable Development: Aligning national and international policies.

Indigenous Knowledge and Traditional Practices: Their role in sustainable development and conservation.

Youth Engagement & Leadership for Sustainability: Empowering future generations.

Financing Sustainable Development: Innovative financial instruments and investment.

Measuring & Monitoring SDG Progress: Data collection, indicators, and reporting frameworks.

Behavioral Change & Social Innovation for Sustainability.

Ethical Dimensions of Sustainable Development.

Name: BELRG
Website: http://belrg.dirpub.org