Call for Student Contributions!

Central Asian University is pleased to invite undergraduate and graduate students, young researchers, and early-career practitioners to the “Her Power, Our Future: Student Conference on Female Entrepreneurship and Gender Equality”, taking place on:

12 October 2026
 Central Asian University, Tashkent, Uzbekistan

The conference brings together students and young researchers to share original research, case studies, innovative ideas, and practical initiatives related to women's entrepreneurship, empowerment, and gender equality in Central Asia and beyond.

Suggested research areas include:
• Women's Entrepreneurship & Business
• Entrepreneurship Education & Higher Education
• Finance, Investment & Financial Literacy
• Sustainable & Social Business
• Gender Equality, Law & Public Policy
• Entrepreneurial Mindset & Self-Efficacy
• Digital Literacy, AI & Digital Commerce
• Gender Norms, Social Mobility & Community Development
• Micro-Credentials & Workforce Skills

Interdisciplinary contributions are strongly encouraged!

Who can participate?

The conference welcomes:
• Bachelor's, Master's and Doctoral students
• High school students
• Gap year students
• Individual or co-authored submissions (maximum 3 co-authors)
• Participants from CAU, partner universities, and other universities

You can participate as a Presenter, Presenter + Publication, or Visitor.

 Submission options

Participants may submit either a research paper/abstract or a concept paper.

 Submission deadline: 25 September 2026
 Notification of acceptance: 1 October 2026
 Conference: 12 October 2026

 Important templates & guidelines

 Concept Paper Abstract Template:
Concept Paper Abstract Template

 Research Abstract Template:
Research Abstract Template

 Conference Guidelines:
Conference Guidelines

 Share your research. Present your ideas. Build your network. Inspire change.

Join us in creating a future where women's ideas, leadership, entrepreneurship, and achievements have the power to shape our communities and economies.

 For submissions and questions:

CAU team:
j.abuova@centralasian.uz
n.uralova@centralasian.uz
m.artikova@centralasian.uz

KIUT team:
z.sharipova@kiut.uz
d.gafurova@kiut.uz