Call for Papers | Centre for Poverty & Access to Justice Newsletter | Volume‑4 | NLU Odisha | Submit by 30th September 2026

Call for Papers | Centre for Poverty & Access to Justice Newsletter | Volume‑4 | NLU Odisha | Submit by 30th September 2026

Call for Papers: CPAJ Newsletter, Volume‑4

Centre for Poverty & Access to Justice (CPAJ), National Law University Odisha (NLUO) Submission Deadline: 30 September 2026

About NLUO

National Law University Odisha (NLUO), established under Act 4 of 2008 by the Odisha State Legislature, has emerged as one of India’s premier institutions of legal education. With a vision to advance teaching, research, and dissemination of legal knowledge, NLUO fosters socially relevant education, academic rigor, and holistic student growth. The University encourages research through specialized centres and student‑led societies, while also emphasizing leadership, creativity, and emotional intelligence.

About CPAJ

The Centre for Poverty & Access to Justice (CPAJ) is dedicated to improving access to justice for disadvantaged communities. It undertakes research, awareness programmes, policy advocacy, and collaborations with governmental and non‑governmental organizations to address barriers to justice. CPAJ’s mission is to strengthen legal institutions, promote rights awareness, and develop inclusive solutions for vulnerable populations.

Themes

Submissions are invited on contemporary issues relating to poverty, inequality, and access to justice. Suggested themes include:

• Poverty and Constitutional Rights
• Access to Justice in India: Challenges and Reforms
• Legal Aid and Institutional Roles
• Marginalised Communities and Social Justice
• Gender, Poverty, and Law
• Labour Rights, Informal Employment, and Social Security
• Digital Inclusion and Technology in Justice
• Environmental Justice and Climate‑Induced Poverty
• Housing Rights and Urban Poverty
• Healthcare, Welfare, and Right to Health
• Education and Equal Opportunity
• Child Rights and Juvenile Justice
• Disability Rights and Inclusive Justice
• Tribal Rights and Forest Governance
• Migration, Displacement, and Human Rights
• Judicial Developments on Poverty and Justice

Categories of Submission

• Articles: 900–1000 words
• Case Comments: 750–900 words
• Legislative/Policy Reviews: 800–900 words
• Opinion/Commentary: 700–800 words

Formatting Guidelines

• Font: Times New Roman, 12pt, 1.5 spacing, justified alignment
• Headings: 14pt bold; Subheadings: 13pt bold/italic
• Footnotes: 10pt, OSCOLA (4th Edition) citation style
• Margins: 1 inch on all sides
• Manuscripts in .doc/.docx format only

Submission Guidelines

• No abstract required
• Original, unpublished manuscripts only
• Co‑authorship up to two authors permitted
• Author details (name, affiliation, designation, email, contact number) on a separate cover page
• Plagiarism limit: ≤10% (excluding citations)
• Submissions through the official form

Important Dates

• Submission Deadline: 30 September 2026
• Queries: cpaj@nluo.ac.in

Why Contribute?

• Engage with pressing issues of poverty, inequality, and justice
• Contribute to a platform fostering legal scholarship and policy reform
• Collaborate with NLUO’s Centre for Poverty & Access to Justice
• Gain visibility among scholars, practitioners, and policymakers

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