4th International Conference
on Good Governance, Justice and Ethical Leadership

8–9 May 2026
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Professor Dr. Abul Hasan M. Sadeq

Message from the Chairman

It is my pleasure to welcome scholars, researchers, and practitioners to the conference on Good Governance, Justice and Ethical Leadership. In an era where ethical responsibility and accountable leadership are essential, this conference offers a valuable platform to explore governance grounded in justice and moral integrity.

By bringing together diverse perspectives from Islamic thought and contemporary disciplines, we aim to encourage meaningful dialogue on transparency, social justice, and principled leadership. I warmly invite participants to contribute their insights and research to advance ethical governance and inclusive development.

Professor Dr. Abul Hasan M. Sadeq

Founder, Founding Vice Chancellor & Chairman of Asian University of Bangladesh (AUB)

Venues

Day 1 : 8 May 2026

Sheraton Dhaka Hotel

4:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Day 2 : 9 May 2026

Asian University of Bangladesh

9:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Conference Tracks

We invite papers from the following disciplines:

Islamic Studies Law Shariʿah Political Science Public Administration Governance Studies Comparative Religion Philosophy Sociology Social Work International Relations Economics Islamic Economics History Islamic History and Civilization Criminology Human Rights and Peace Studies Police Studies Development Studies Gender Studies / Women and Gender Studies Psychology Media Studies Journalism and Mass Communication Peace and Conflict Studies Education Business Administration Management Studies Environmental Studies / Environmental Governance Area Studies Arabic English CSE

Conference Sub-Themes

Islamic perspectives on good governance and ethical leadership, Welfare State.
Law, Islamic Law/ Shariah, Jurisprudence.
Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Justice (ʿAdl) in the Qurʾan, Sunnah, and Islamic legal tradition.
Accountability, transparency, and rule of law in governance systems.
Ethical leadership models: Islamic, comparative, and contemporary approaches.
Human rights, social justice, and dignity in Islam and global discourse.
Gender issues and inclusive leadership frameworks.
Public administration, policy ethics, and governance reforms.
Economical justice, Islamic finance, zakah, and waqf governance, Poverty alleviation.
Corporate governance, business ethics, and social responsibility.
Media ethics, AI ethics for good governance, Education, Ethical education system, Digitalization of Islamic knowledge, Environmental ethics in Islam.
ICT & Communication for good governance.

Objective of the Conference

The conference on “Good Governance, Justice and Ethical Leadership” aims to provide a global academic platform that fosters critical dialogue, interdisciplinary research, and collaborative exchange on governance rooted in justice and ethical responsibility. By engaging scholars and practitioners across areas such as Islamic thought, law, public administration, sustainable development, finance, education, media, and technology, the conference seeks to explore principled approaches to leadership and institutional reform. Through discussions on accountability, human dignity, gender justice, environmental ethics, Islamic finance, and emerging challenges such as AI and digital knowledge systems, the conference aspires to generate research-driven insights that promote transparent governance, inclusive policy frameworks, and socially responsible leadership. Ultimately, it aims to strengthen the intellectual and moral foundations necessary for building just, ethical, and sustainable societies.

Important Dates

Abstract Submission Deadline

15 March 2026

Abstract Acceptance Notification

20 March 2026

Full Paper Submission Deadline

15 April 2026

Advisor Panel

Advisor
Prof. Dr. Abul Hasan M. Sadeq

Founder, Founding Vice Chancellor & Chairman, AUB

Chief Advisor

Advisor
Professor Dr. Francis Davis

Professorial Fellow of Oxford, Birmingham, London and Lincoln Bishop Universities

Advisor

Advisor
Professor Dr. Md. Mosharraf Hossain Bhuiyan

Vice Chancellor (Acting), AUB

Advisor

Advisor
Professor Dr. Md. Shamsul Alam

Vice Chancellor, Islamic Arabic University, Dhaka

Advisor

Advisor
Professor Dr. Mohammad Abdur Rob

Vice-Chancellor, Manarat International University, Dhaka

Advisor

Advisor
Professor Dr. Farid Ahammad Sobhani

Vice-Chancellor of Eastern University, Dhaka

Advisor

Advisor
Professor Muhammad Ismail

Department of Islamic Studies, Aligarh Muslim University, India

Advisor

Advisor
Professor Dr. Md. Sanaullah

Chairman, Department of Islamic Studies, University of Dhaka

Advisor

Conference committee

Speaker
Prof. Dr. Abul Hasan M. Sadeq

Founder, Founding Vice Chancellor & Chairman, AUB

Chairman
Speaker
Dr. Muhammad Jafar Sadeq

Professor, Department of CSE, Asian University of Bangladesh

Technical Advisor
Speaker
Dr Shafiqur Rahman

Professor, International Open University

International Coordinator
Speaker
Dr. Md. Rashedul Alam

Lecturer, Department of Islamic Studies, AUB

Convener, conference committee
Speaker
Dr. Muhammad Enamul Haq Azad

Associate Professor & Head, Department of Islamic Studies, AUB

Member, Conference Committee
Speaker
M.A Matin

Adviser, Department of Information Science and Library Management, Proctor, AUB

Member, Conference Committee

Conference Schedule

Venue: Sheraton Dhaka Hotel | Time: 4:00 PM – 10:00 PM
4:00 – 4:30 PM
Registration & Welcome Tea

Delegate check-in & Networking session

4:30 – 6:00 PM
Inaugural Ceremony
  • Welcome Speech (VC/Chairman AUB)
  • Speech by Chief Guest
  • Introduction of conference theme
6:00 – 7:00 PM
Keynote Session 1

International keynote speaker & Q&A

7:00 – 7:30 PM
Plenary Panel Discussion

Theme: “Universal perspectives on good governance and ethical leadership, Welfare State”

Panelists from: Islamic Studies, Political Science, Law, Education, Social Sciences

7:30 – 8:30 PM
Track Presentations (Parallel Sessions)

Islamic Studies, Shariah, Law, Political Science, Social Sciences, Islamic History & Civilization

8:30 – 10:00 PM
Dinner
Venue: Asian University of Bangladesh | Time: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
9:00 – 9:30 AM
Breakfast & Campus Welcome
9:30 – 12:00 AM
Track Presentations (Parallel Sessions)
  • Islamic Studies
  • Economics
  • Sociology & Anthropology
  • Government & Politics
  • Development Studies
  • ICT
  • Remaining papers from Day 1 tracks
12:00 – 1:00 PM
Concluding Panel & Award Ceremony
  • Best Paper Awards (per track)
  • Recognition of contributors
  • Closing speech (Conference Chair)
1:00 – 2:00 PM
Lunch & Departure

Distribution of certificates, Networking and closing interactions