The International Symposium on Service Learning, to be held from 21–24 July 2026 at Assam Don Bosco University, it will bring together students, faculty, researchers, and practitioners to explore the transformative power of Service Learning. Centered on the theme- Students as Changemakers: The Transformative Power of Service Learning-Local Roots to Global Reach, the symposium will feature paper presentations, poster exhibitions, student dialogue forums, community visits, and the release of a Service Learning Compendium, providing a platform for sharing research, best practices, and innovative approaches to community-engaged learning.
Themes
• Service Learning and Social Transformation
• Service Learning for Inclusive and Sustainable Development
• Institutional Support and Policy for Service Learning
• Faculty Role and Mentorship
• Reciprocity in Action: Co-creating Service-Learning Experiences through Trust and Collaboration
• The Role of Reflection in Deepening Experiential Learning
• Monitoring and Evaluation: Tools and Indicators for Service Learning
Important Dates
• Abstract Submission (Paper & Poster): 20 June 2026
• Notification of Acceptance: 25 June 2026
• Full Paper Submission: 15 July 2026
Registration Fees (Paper Presentation Only)
• Faculty: INR 1,500 /-
• Students: INR 500 /-
• Research Scholars: INR 500 /-
Symposium Highlights:
• Paper Presentations
• Poster Exhibition and Showcase of Best Practices
• Student Dialogue Forum
• Community Visits
• Release of Service Learning Compendium