Submission

The Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities of Rajarata University of Sri Lanka cordially invites scholars, researchers, and practitioners to the 2^nd International Research Symposium on Social Sciences and Humanities (IRSSSH 2026). This prestigious event is organized in collaboration with the Malaya University, Malaysia.

IMPORTANT DATES

Calling for Abstract- 14^th May 2026

Abstract submission deadline –14 ^th August 2026

Notification of acceptance – 31^st August 2026

Submission of revised abstract – 30^th September 2026

Registration closing date – 16^th October 2026

Symposium date – 26^th November 2026

CONFERENCE TRACKS

1. Archaeology, Heritage Management and History: Preserving of  Sustainable Future
2. Environmental Management, Geography and Development Studies: Integrating Sciences for Sustainable Environments
3. Education and 21st-Century Learning: Developing and Innovative Framework for Sustainable Learning Solutions
4. Language, Culture and Literature: Bridging Cultural Divides for Global Sustainability
5. Technology, Innovation and Education: Advancing Knowledge and Innovation for Sustainable Development
6. Economics, Entrepreneurship and Management: Building Sustainable Economies and Inclusive Governance
7. Communication and Mass Media: Promoting Awareness and Action for Sustainability
8. Sociology, Anthropology and Criminology: Understanding Societal Dynamics for a Sustainable World
9. Tourism and Hospitality Management: Sustainable Practices in Global Tourism and Hospitality

ABSTRACT SUBMISSION

Please note that all Abstracts must be submitted in English Medium only

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REGISTRATION GUIDELINES FOR AUTHORS

Authors whose abstracts have been accepted for presentation at the symposium are kindly requested to carefully follow the registration guidelines given below.

Registration and Inclusion in the Proceedings

At least one author of each accepted abstract must complete the registration and pay the required fee within the stipulated deadline for the abstract to be included in the Symposium Proceedings. Authors are advised to retain the payment receipt or confirmation as proof of registration.

What the Registration Fee Covers

• Symposium materials.
• Meals and refreshments provided during the symposium.
• Participation in academic sessions.
• Relevant conference documentation and certificates.

Multiple Authors

If two or more authors of the same paper wish to attend the symposium, each participating author must register and pay the applicable registration fee separately. For example, if three authors wish to attend, three registration fees are required, as each registration is individual and non-transferable.

Authors with Multiple Accepted Papers

If the same author has more than one accepted paper and is the only participating author, a single registration fee is sufficient to cover all their accepted papers, provided they present the papers; however, any participating co-author must register and pay the applicable registration fee separately.

Presentation and Certificates

A Certificate of Presentation will be issued only to authors who present their accepted papers at the symposium. Participants who attend the symposium but do not present a paper may be eligible to receive a Certificate of Publication.

Payment Instructions

Participants are requested to make the registration fee payment to the following bank account:

For Local Payments:

Account Name: Rajarata University of Sri Lanka, Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities
Account Number: 76705108
Bank of Ceylon (BOC)
Mihintale Branch

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For International Payments only:

Account Number 008100181725841
SWIFT Code PSBKLKLX
Branch Anuradhapura – 008
Open Date 1992-01-10
Product CURRENT GOVERNMENT
ID Number ACT 16 1978

• Please clearly mention “IRSSSH 2026 / Abstract ID” on the payment slip.
• Foreign participants may deposit the applicable registration fee in Sri Lankan Rupees (LKR) after converting the required amount from the relevant foreign currency.
• Please email a scanned copy or clear photograph of the payment slip to the designated symposium email address for payment verification.
• Students are requested to submit proof of studentship, such as a scanned copy or clear photograph of their student ID card or an official letter confirming their studentship, together with the payment slip.

Registration Deadline: 16^th October 2026

Registration Fees

S/ No.	Participant Category	Registration Fee
1	Students (Undergraduate and Postgraduate Students enrolled in Higher Education Institutions in Sri Lanka)	LKR 3,500
2	Foreign Students enrolled in Higher Education Institutions in Sri Lanka	LKR 5,000
3	Non-Student Presenters/Participants (Academics, Researchers, Professionals, and Others)	LKR 5,000
4	Foreign Presenters – Online Presentation	USD 25
5	Foreign Presenters – Physical Presentation	USD 50

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GUIDELINES FOR ORAL PRESENTATIONS

All the authors should present their research using PowerPoint (MS Office) format 97-2003. Details of the presentations are as follows:

• Duration of the presentation: 10 minutes (8 minutes for presentation and 2 minutes for question)
• Mode: Physical/Online
• Language: English

PUBLICATION

All accepted abstracts will be published in the symposium proceedings. In addition to that, the Authors will also be invited to contribute with the full papers to a special volume of the peer-reviewed faculty journal “Samodhana”, published by the Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka.