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Multidisciplinary Online International Conference

SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT
GOALS-AGENDA 2030:
THE WAY AHEAD
March 15-16, 2025

Organized by
SOCIETY FOR PATHWAYS TO SUSTAINABILITY (PathS)
(www.paths.co.in)

In Association with
MARYAM ABACHA AMERICAN UNIVERSITY OF NIGERIA
(www.maaun.edu.ng)
&
MARYAM ABACHA AMERICAN UNIVERSITY OF NIGER
(www.maaun.edu.ne)
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ABOUT THE CONFERENCE

The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), established by the United Na ons in 2015, represent a comprehensive and
universal call to ac on. These 17 interconnected goals seek to eradicate poverty, safeguard our planet's ecosystems, and
ensure equitable prosperity for every individual by the year 2030. As we move from the midpoint of this ambi ous
agenda, it becomes increasingly vital to assess our progress thus far, iden fy gaps in our efforts, and recalibrate our
strategies. This conference serves as a crucial pla orm designed to galvanize and engage a diverse range of stakeholders,
including government representa ves, civil society, private sector leaders, and academic experts, in the pursuit of these
goals. The conference's primary objec ve is to provide a dynamic pla orm for par cipants to share valuable insights and
best prac ces, foster meaningful collabora on, and develop innova ve strategies that address the systemic barriers
hindering the achievement of the SDGs. Throughout the conference, a endees will have the opportunity to engage in
thought-provoking discussions, par cipate in interac ve workshops, and network with like-minded individuals who are
equally commi ed to driving sustainable change. By encouraging collabora on and crea vity, we aim to cul vate
groundbreaking ideas and formulate concrete ac on plans that can be implemented locally and globally. By uni ng our
efforts and reaffirming our commitment to the SDGs, we can pave the way for a more sustainable future where no one is
le behind. We must work together to address urgent issues such as climate change, inequality, and responsible
consump on, ensuring that sustainability principles are integrated into every level of decision-making. Let us come
together to chart a course for the next six years and beyond, ensuring that progress towards the SDGs becomes not just a
goal but a reality for all.
The objec ves of the conference are to evaluate current progress towards Agenda 2030 and iden fy key gaps, to inspire
stakeholders through successful case studies and innova ve solu ons, to foster partnerships between governments,
businesses, NGOs, and academia to catalyse ac ons geared toward the SDGs, and to develop ac onable roadmaps for
various sectors and regions that align with the SDGs.
Against the backdrop, the interna onal conference on the theme 'Sustainable Development Goals-Agenda 2030: The
Way Ahead' intends to deliberate on sharing best prac ces, iden fying challenges, and exploring mul -stakeholder

VISION & MISSION

partnerships that can drive sustainability ini a ves forward.

SUB THEMES OF THE CONFERENCE

Here are several sub-themes that could be explored during a two-day conference focused on the Sustainable
Development Goals (SDGs):
Ÿ Innova ve Partnerships for Sustainable Ÿ Sustainable Supply Chain Management
Development Ÿ Entrepreneurship for Sustainable Development
Ÿ Innova ve Partnerships for Sustainable Ÿ Legal Frameworks for Sustainable Development
Development Ÿ Corporate Governance and Accountability
Ÿ Climate Ac on and Resilience Ÿ Social Equity in Sustainable Development
Ÿ Equity and Inclusion Ÿ Community Resilience and Well-being
Ÿ Sustainable Economic Growth Ÿ Climate-Smart Agriculture
Ÿ Transforming Educa on for Sustainable Futures Ÿ Ar ficial Intelligence for Sustainable Development
Ÿ Sustainable Ci es and Communi es Ÿ Cybersecurity and Data Privacy in the Digital Age
Ÿ Technology and Innova on for the SDGs Ÿ Literature as a Catalyst for Social Change and
Ÿ Health and Well-being Sustainability
Ÿ Food Security and Sustainable Agriculture Ÿ Cultural Narra ves and Environmental Awareness
Ÿ Water and Sanita on in Literature
Ÿ Sustainable Business Prac ces
The conference will be geared towards a diverse audience, including academicians and researchers, NGOs, private
sector leaders, corporate sustainability professionals, community organiza ons, grassroots ac vists, interna onal
organiza ons, funding agencies, Government representa ves, etc.

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ABOUT SOCIETY FOR PATHWAYS TO SUSTAINABILITY (PATHS)

The Society for Pathways to Sustainability (PathS) is a charitable and social welfare organiza on that was established on March
29, 2022. It is made up of a group of mul -disciplinary researchers, academicians, and economic, social, poli cal,
environmental, and human rights policymakers. Their main goal is to develop empirical study findings at the people level and
promote sustained well-being for individuals. The Society is commi ed to advancing research and academic ac vi es related to
the sustainability of people, na ons, communi es, gender and empowerment, social and financial inclusion, regional
development, policy planning, and environmental management. Together with more than 150 members, the Society has
conducted numerous research and sustainability-related ac vi es in a short period, which have had a substan al impact on
promo ng social welfare and sustainability in the country. Here are some of the Society's recent ac vi es:

Annual Conferences: Other Conferences:

Ÿ 2022- Interna onal Conference on the Role of Ÿ An Interna onal Conference on Green Finance for a
Higher Educa on Ins tu ons in Advancing Sustainable Planet-March 16, 2023, at the India
Sustainable Development Goals- November 22- Interna onal Center, New Delhi.
23, 2022, at Bhagat Phool Singh Mahila Ÿ An Interna onal Conference on Sustainable
Vishwavidyalaya, Sonipat, Haryana. Development Goals: Challenges and Strategies-March
Ÿ 2023- Interna onal Conference on Economic 13-14, 2024, at Arya P.G College, Panipat, Haryana.
Growth and Environmental Sustainability- Ÿ An Interna onal Conference on Sustainable
November 29-30, 2023, at Chaudhary Charan Development Goals: Policies, Ac ons, and Reshaping
Singh University, Meerut. the Agenda-May 5-6, 2024, in associa on with Indira
Ÿ 2024-Interna onal Conference on Sustainable Gandhi University, Rewari, Haryana.
Development and Circular Economy: Roadmap Ÿ A Na onal Conference on Building Sustainable India:
for an Inclusive and Equitable World – December Challenges and Strategies-August 30-31, 2024, at Devi
23-24, 2024, in associa on with Jai Narain Vyas Ahilya Vishwavidyalaya, Indore, co-organized with the
University (JNVU), Jodhpur, Rajasthan, held in a Madhya Pradesh Economics Associa on.

VISION & MISSION

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ABOUT UNIVERSITY-MARYAM ABACHA AMERICAN UNIVERSITY OF NIGERIA

Maryam Abacha American University of Nigeria (MAAUN) is a large private university situated in the ancient
commercial city of Kano State of Nigeria. Maryam Abacha American University of Nigeria, Kano is fully licensed and
accredited by the Na onal Universi es Commission (NUC). MAAUN is well-equipped with the State-of – the – Art
facili es, experienced facul es, ideal and flexible learning environment. Furthermore, the academic programs are
robust and enriched with real-world working experience, career prospects, mul cultural experiences in tandem
with the global best prac ce. At the moment, the University runs 22 undergraduate programs in Seven schools-
+School of Medicine and School of Environmental Science Compu ng, Health Sciences, Nursing Science, School of
Law, Social and Management Sciences. MAAUN is located at No. 5 Adamu Abubakar Gwarzo Road, Hotoro-
Nassarawa, GRA Kano.

ABOUT UNIVERSITY-MARYAM ABACHA AMERICAN UNIVERSITY OF NIGER

Maryam Abacha American University of Niger (MAAUN) is the first officially approved bilingual University in Sub
Sahara Africa. Established in 2013, the University provides high-quality educa on and prac cal skills student need
before they start their professional Careers. Our university in Niger provides an excep onal learning experience by
using a variety of teaching methods and techniques, including academic support services, the latest technology,
online resources, and innova ve teaching tools to enhance learning.
Our campus life is vibrant with various student clubs and organiza ons that provide opportuni es for social
interac on and personal development. We also priori ze experien al learning opportuni es, including internships
and service-learning projects, which help students develop essen al skills for their future careers. Our alumni
network is strong and ac ve, providing graduates with valuable networking and career development opportuni es.
Overall, our learning experience is designed to be comprehensive and holis c, providing students with the skills,
knowledge, and experiences necessary to succeed in their academic pursuits and beyond.

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SUBMISSION GUIDELINES FOR CONFERENCE

Instruc ons for Authors: The interested par cipants may register by sending an abstract of research paper (up to 1000 words) or a
poster by February 15, 2025. The extended abstract should contain the following sec ons: Introduc on (200 words),
Methodology/Conceptual framework (150 words), Ra onale/jus fica on of the study (100 words), Results and discussion (200
words) and Expected outcome and policy implica on (350 words). The acceptance will be sent by February 17, 2025 and
registra on by February 20, 2025. Full research paper in MS-word format (Times New Roman, Font-12, line spacing 1.5 and 4000-
6000 words in APA style) may be sent by March 5, 2025.
Send abstrat/paper at email: [email protected]

Ÿ Best Paper Awards: Three Best paper awards (Rs. 5100/-, Rs. 2100/-, and Rs 2100/-(USD 50, 40 and 30 respec vely for
foreign par cipants) will be given to encourage quality research. The best paper awards will be given to those par cipants
who adhered to all guidelines of the conference abstract, registra on and full paper mely.
Ÿ Publica on Opportuni es: Selected quality papers shall be considered for publica on in an Edited Book (ISBN) from a
reputed interna onal publisher or an Interna onal Journal. The publica on of a paper will be subject to the referees'
decision and submission of a copyright agreement and zero plagiarism report.
Ÿ A list of peer reviewed journals, UGC care listed journals and Scopus / WoS listed journals will also be displayed on the
conference website for the publica on of quality manuscripts submi ed and presented in the conference as per the
respec ve journal policy and APC (if any).

CONFERENCE REGISTRATION FEE

Registra on can be made through Payment gateway with the acceptance of the abstract. The registra on link form
along with the payment details will be sent with the acceptance of the abstract.
MODE PATHS MEMBERS NON-MEMBERS

SAARC PARTICPANTS INR 1000 INR 1500

FOREGIN PARTICIPANTS USD 30

Note: Registra on fee is per author per paper. The fee will not be refunded in any case.

PATRONS CO-PATRONS
Ÿ Prof. Lakhwinder Singh Gill Ÿ Prof. K. J. Joseph
President, Society for Pathways to Sustainability Vice-President, Society for Pathways to
(PathS) & Former Professor, Economics Dept., Sustainability Director, Gula Ins tute of Finance
Punjabi University, Pa ala, Punjab; India and Taxa on, (GIFT), Thiruvananthapuram,
Ÿ Prof Adamu Abubakar Gwarzo Kerala
President, Maryam Abacha American University of Ÿ Prof. Abubakar Sadiq Haruna
Niger, Republic of Niger Director of Africa Higher Educa on Research
Ÿ Prof Mohammad Israr and Innova ons, Maryam Abacha American
President, Maryam Abacha American University of University of Nigeria, Federal Republic of Nigeria
Nigeria, Federal Republic of Nigeria

ORGANISING SECRETARY
Ÿ Prof. Surender Mor Ÿ Dr Habib Awais Abubakar
Secretary, Society for Pathways to Sustainability & Prof. Maryam Abacha American University of Nigeria, Federal
Department of Economics, Bhagat Phool Singh Mahila Republic of Nigeria
Vishwavidyalaya, Khanpur Kalan, Sonipat, HR, India Ÿ Dr Shuaibu Usman Tanko
Ÿ Prof. Krishn Awatar Goyal Maryam Abacha American University of Niger, Republic
Execu ve Member, Society for Pathways to Sustainability of Niger
Prof., Jai Narain Vyas University Jodhpur, Rajasthan, India

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SCIENTIFIC COMMITTEE/ADVISORY COMMITTEE

Ÿ Prof. Bhagirathi Panda, Professor, North Eastern Ÿ Prof. Sanjeev Bansal, Professor, Kurukshetra
Hill University, Shillong. University, Kurukshetra, Haryana
Ÿ Dr. Jaspal Singh, Consultant, Na onal Ins tu on Ÿ Prof. Sunita Bharatwal, Professor,Chaudhry Bansi
for Transforming India (NITIAayog) Lal University, Bhiwani, Haryana
Ÿ Prof. K. Siva Subramaniyan, Professor, St.Peter's Ÿ Prof. Supran Sharma, Professor, Sri Mata Vaishno
Ins tute of Higher Educa on and Research, Devi University, Katra, J&K.
Chennai Ÿ Prof. Vikram Singh, Professor, Chaudhary Devi Lal
Ÿ Prof. Kiran Kumar Pandya, Professor, Uka Tarsadia University, Sirsa, Haryana
University, Gujarat Ÿ Prof. Madhushree Das, Join-Secretary, Society for
Ÿ Dr MB Mohandas, Advisor-Interna onal Pathways to Sustainability & Professor,
Commerce, Shipping & Logis cs, Thrissur, Kerala Department Geography, Gauha University,
Ÿ Prof. Neera Verma, Visi ng Professor, Gurugram Guwaha , Assam
University, Gurugram,Haryana Ÿ Prof. Sonu Madan, Department of Economics,
Ÿ Prof. Parkash Vir Khatri, Former Professor, SSN Chaudhry Bansi Lal University, Haryana
College, University of Delhi, New Delhi Ÿ Dr Musa Jibrin Mu'azu, Maryam Abacha American
Ÿ Prof. Ar Gaur, Professor, Chaudhary Devi Lal University of Niger, Republic of Niger
University, Sirsa, Haryana Ÿ Dr Mukhtar Abdullahi, Maryam Abacha American
Ÿ Dr. Jegan Pavul, Director, A.V.V.M. Sri Pushpam University of Niger, Republic of Niger
College Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu Ÿ Dr Sada Jibia, Maryam Abacha American
Ÿ Prof. Kanhaiya Ahuja, Professor, Devi Ahilya University of Niger, Republic of Niger
Vishwavidyalaya, Indore, Madhya Pradesh Ÿ Prof Bashir Tijjani, Maryam Abacha American
Ÿ Dr. Mala Du a, Associate Professor, Co on University of Niger, Republic of Niger
University, Guwaha , Assam Ÿ Prof Rayyan Garba, Maryam Abacha American
Ÿ Dr. Naresh Chandra Sahu, Associate Professor, IIT, University of Niger, Republic of Niger
Bhubaneshwar, Orisha Ÿ Prof Ahmed Maigari Ibrahim, Maryam Abacha
Ÿ Prof. N.K. Bishnoi, Professor, Guru Jambeshwer American University of Nigeria, Federal Republic of
University of Science & Technology, Hisar, Haryana Nigeria
Ÿ Dr. Pankaj Kumar, Assistant Professor, Patna Ÿ Prof Nura A Yaro, Maryam Abacha American
University, Bihar University of Nigeria, Federal Republic of Nigeria
Ÿ Prof. Ranjan Aneja, Professor, Central University of Ÿ Dr. Rohtash, Associate Professor, Chaudhary Devi
Haryana, Mahendergarh Lal University, Sirsa, Haryana

INTERNATIONAL SCIENTIFIC COMMITTEE

Ÿ Prof. Ashok Ashta, Professor, The University of Ÿ Prof. (Dr.) Sherif Ismail, Professor of Business
Kitakyushu, Japan Informa on Systems Al Business Expert, Imam
Ÿ Prof. Cornelia Caseua, Professor Emeritus, Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University, Saudi Arabia
Language and Cultures Department Burgundy Ÿ Dr. Huzaifa Uma, Assistant Professor, Opera onal
School of Business, Dijon, France Research Centre in Healthcare, Faculty of
Ÿ Prof. (Dr.) Xiangyang Zhang, Founding Director of Medicine, Near East University, Turkey
Research Ins tute for Open Educa on, Suqian Ÿ Prof. (Dr.) Muhamrnad Tariq Sadiq, School of
University, Coordinator for General English, School Computer Science and Electronic Engineering,
of Open Learning, The Open University of Jiangsu, University of Essex, England
China

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Ÿ Prof. Dr. Jelena Bošković, Advisor to the President Ÿ Prof. (Dr.) Nasreen Kausar, Department of
of the Belgrade Metropolitan University, Director Mathema cs, Faculty of Arts and Sciences, Yildiz
of the Interna onal Research Academy of Sciences Technical University, Turkey
and Arts Ins tute, Belgrade Metropolitan Ÿ Dr. Seyed Reza Abedi, Principal, Westminster
University, Republic of Serbia College, London, United Kingdom
Ÿ Dr. Enkeleda Lulaj, Assistant Professor, Ÿ Dr. Lokesh Singh, Assistant Professor, Department
Department of Finance and Accoun ng, Faculty of of Mechanical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering
Business, Haxhi Zeka University, Kosovo and Technology, Villa College, Maldives
Ÿ Dr. Antonio Mínguez Vera, Professor of Financial Ÿ Dr. Ahmed A a, Assistant Professor, Department
Economics, Department of Business Organiza on of Anesthesia and Intensive Care, Faculty of
and Finance, University of Murcia, Spain Medical Technology, Head of Research and
Ÿ Dr. Korhan Cengiz, Associate Professor, University Consulta on office at Faculty of Medical
of Fajairah, UAE Technology, University of Tripoli, Libya
Ÿ Dr. Nazira Mohubbat Mammadzada, Pipeline Ÿ Prof. Murad Younas, Mathema cs lnstructor,
Engineer Researcher, State Oil Company of Department of Mathema cs and IT, Centre for
Azerbaijan (SOCAR), Azerbaijan Preparatory Studies, Sultan Qaboos University,
Ÿ Prof. Tijani Hakeem Ibikunle, Professor & Sultanate of Oman
Execu ve Director, Global Partnerships Africa, Ÿ Prof. Dr. Christoph Lütge, Director, Ins tute for
Morgan State University, USA Ethics in Ar ficial Intelligence Center, Technical
Ÿ Prof. Dr. Gabriel Xiao-Guang Yue, Department of University of Munich, Germany
Computer Science and Engineering School of Ÿ Anwar Sajad, English Language Lecturer,
Sciences, European University Cyprus, Cyprus Assessment Coordinator, University of Technology
Ÿ Dr. Bhagwan Das, Lecturer, School of Informa on and Applied Sciences, Sultanate of Oman
Technology and Engineering (SITE) Melbourne Ÿ Dr. Mohammad Sharaf Qudah, Consul ng
Ins tute of Technology, Melbourne Ins tute of Manager,Ideal Value Company, Kingdom of Saudi
Technology, Australia Arabia
Ÿ Dr. Philip Eappen, Assistant Professor, Healthcare Ÿ Dr .Lucky Nugroho, Universitas Mercu Buana,
Management, Department of Management & Jakarta, Indonesia
Marke ng Shannon School of Business, Cape Ÿ Prof. Ankit Katrodia, North West University, South
Breton University, Canada Africa
Ÿ Assoc. Prof. Narasimha Rao Vajjhalasc, Dean, Ÿ Prof. Tomohiko Kobayashi, Otaru University of
Faculty of Engineering and Architecture, University Commerce, Japan
of New York, Albania Ÿ Prof Ashish Vasantrao Gadekar, Dean, Amity
Ÿ Dr. Muhammad Mujtaba Asad, Assistant Ins tute of Higher Educa on, Mauri us
Professor & Lead Researcher Department of Ÿ Dr. Rajesh Ranjan, Research Professor, Faculty of
Educa on, Sukkur IBA University, Pakistan Economics and Business Sciences, Universidad
Ÿ Prof. (Dr.) Leonardo Aureliano da Silva, Professor Panamericana, Mexico
of Marke ng, ESPM University, Brazil Ÿ Prof. Dina El Mahdy, Morgan State University, USA
Ÿ Prof. Dr. Vasileios Drougas, Department of Ÿ Prof. Radhey Shyam Pradhan, Tribhuvan
Physiology, Greek Ministry of Educa on, Loannina University, Kathmandu, Nepal
University, Greece Ÿ Prof. Dinesh K. Sharma, University of Maryland
Ÿ Dr. Eng. Zdzislaw Polkowski, Professor, Rector’s Eastern Shore, USA.
Representa ve for Interna onal Coopera on, WSG Ÿ Prof. Suraksha Gupta, London College of Fashion,
University Bydgoszcz,Poland London, United Kingdom

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