The International Conference on Sustainability, Inclusiveness, and Social Entrepreneurship (ICSISE-2026) marks the 5th edition of Shanti Business School's flagship conference series and the 2nd edition in its international format. Over the years, the conference has evolved into a distinguished platform for academic excellence, industry engagement, and meaningful collaborations on issues of global significance.

Building on the remarkable success of ICSISE-2025, the first international edition of the conference, ICSISE-2026 aims to further strengthen its position as a premier global forum for discussing emerging challenges and innovative solutions in the areas of sustainability, inclusiveness, and social entrepreneurship.

ICSISE-2025 witnessed an overwhelming response from the academic and research community. The conference attracted contributions from 17 states across India and international participants representing three continents, demonstrating its growing global reach, academic relevance, and interdisciplinary appeal.

Organized by Shanti Business School, Ahmedabad-an institution renowned for academic excellence and its NBA-accredited flagship PGDM Programme-and in collaboration with The University of Business Innovation and Sustainability (UBIS), ICSISE-2026 offers a truly global platform for intellectual exchange, research dissemination, and international engagement.

The conference seeks to bring together academicians, researchers, industry leaders, entrepreneurs, policymakers, and practitioners from across the world to deliberate on contemporary issues aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Through keynote sessions, paper presentations, panel discussions, and networking opportunities, participants will engage in meaningful dialogue and contribute towards developing sustainable and inclusive solutions for business and society.

ICSISE-2026 further enhances its value proposition by offering publication opportunities in reputed Scopus-indexed and ABDC-listed journals, enabling researchers to disseminate their work through globally recognized academic platforms. The conference also aims to foster international collaborations, interdisciplinary research partnerships, and actionable insights that contribute to creating a more sustainable, inclusive, and socially responsible future.

As the flagship conference of Shanti Business School, ICSISE-2026 reaffirms the institution's commitment to promoting impactful research, encouraging innovation, and building a vibrant global community dedicated to addressing the challenges and opportunities of an ever-evolving world.