1. Call for Papers: Solventia – Journal of Insolvency and Bankruptcy Laws. This Journal, established by National Law University, Jodhpur, India, is currently accepting original, unpublished manuscripts for Volume II, Issue 2. The Journal is a bi-annual, double-blind peer-reviewed publication dedicated exclusively to research in insolvency and bankruptcy law. Submissions may be made under the categories of long articles, short articles, case notes, or book reviews. The deadline for submission is 11:59 PM on June 20, 2025. Manuscripts must be submitted here. The submission guidelines are here. For further information visit the websiteor write to solventia {at} nlujodhpur.ac(.)in.
2. Call for Abstracts: Conference on Advancing Social, Economic, and Cultural Rights in a Polarised, Digitalised, and Unequal World. The Netherlands Network for Human Rights Research (NNHRR) working group on social rights is inviting abstracts for a conference on ‘Advancing Social, Economic, and Cultural Rights in a Polarised, Digitalised, and Unequal World’ to be held at Leiden University on 4 – 5 September 2025, in collaboration with NNHRR. This conference takes place at a time of renewed momentum for social rights. By fostering collaboration across disciplines and jurisdictions, the conference seeks to generate both scholarly and societally relevant contributions to the advancement of ESCR. Abstracts of no more than 300 words should be sent by 30 June 2025 to [l.c.pinto.e.netto {at} law.leidenuniv(.)nl] with the subject line: ‘ESCR Conference 2025 – Abstract Submission’. For more information, see here.
3. Call for Papers: TDM Special Issue – One Century of Arbitration in the United States – The Federal Arbitration Act at Home and Abroad. Editors Björn Arp and Kiran Nasir Gore are inviting proposals for a TDM Special Issue on One Century of Arbitration in the United States: The Federal Arbitration Act at Home and Abroad. To celebrate the FAA’s centenary, this Special Issue seeks to present varied views from within the U.S. and abroad. The Special Issue will be divided into two thematic parts: the first focusing on the FAA’s development and impact within the U.S., and the second part focusing on international dimensions. Some suggested topics are outlined in the call for papers and we welcome submissions that address these and other relevant issues. Find more information here.
4. King’s College London and Volterra Fietta London International Boundary Conference 2025. King’s College London and Volterra Fiettaare hosting the London International Boundary Conference for the seventh occasion (“LIBC”) on 12 – 13 June 2025. Inaugurated in April 2013, the LIBC is an international gathering of scholars and professionals dedicated to furthering multidisciplinary approaches to complex territorial and boundary disputes. The LIBC will take a hybrid format, with both virtual and in-person participation possible. More Information, including on how to apply for speaking engagements on the LIBC panels, can be foundhereandhere.
5. Erik Castrén Institute of International Law and Human Rights 36th Helsinki Summer Seminar. The Erik Castrén Institute of International Law and Human Rights is organising the 36th Helsinki Summer Seminar on Re-thinking Public/Private Divide on 25 – 29 August 2025 at the Faculty of Law of the University of Helsinki. See the Seminarwebpagefor further details and updates. Registration is openhere. Inquiries regarding the Summer Seminar can be sent to the Erik Castrén Institute at LAW-Institute {at} Helsinki(.)fi.
6. International Law Stories Book Launch.On 20 June, 4pm – 5:30pm, the University of Oxford’s Blavatnik School of Government is hosting the launch of International Law Stories (2nd ed), edited by John E. Noyes, Laura A. Dickinson, Mark Weston Janis and Carlos M. Vázquez. This book examines certain international law cases in their social, political, and historical contexts, revealing the characters, plots and surprises behind well-known judgments. This event is open to the public and followed by a drinks reception. Speakers include Judge Theodor Meron, Harold Hongju Koh and Yuval Shany. Register for free here.
