First International Conference on Governance, Ethics and Technology (GET1)

 

 

 

 

CALL FOR ABSTRACTS

1st International Conference on Governance, Ethics and Technology (GET1)

August 13th – 17th, 2025

Venue: Pan-Atlantic University, Main Campus, Ibeju-Lekki, Lagos, Nigeria

Jointly Organised by:

 Institute of Humanities (IOH) Pan-Atlantic University, Lagos, Nigeria

&

 Centre for Leadership, Ashesi University, Berekuso, Ghana

Theme: Ethical Governance, Responsible Innovation and Human Flourishing in Africa

Introduction

Africa is endowed with abundant human and material resources. If these resources are effectively harnessed and utilised, the continent will be on a clear path to becoming a global powerhouse, as envisioned in the African Union’s Agenda 2063. To realise the vision of “The Africa We Want,” a collaborative effort between academia and the community is essential. This involves implementing honest, bold, and creative plans to address leadership and governance issues in Africa.

Key challenges include systemic corruption, lack of transparency and accountability, disregard for the rule of law, human rights abuses, lack of social justice, partisan media, and flawed electoral processes that often fail to produce legitimate and widely supported leaders in many African nations.

In today’s world, characterized by rapid technological advancements and global interconnectedness, the relationship between ethical governance, responsible innovation, and human flourishing is more crucial than ever. Effective governance is not only a prerequisite for sustainable development but also a key enabler of ethical innovation that prioritizes the well-being of individuals and communities. Similarly, responsible technological progress can provide tools to combat corruption, improve public services, and enhance democratic participation, but only when guided by ethical principles.

This conference invites scholars from diverse disciplines to explore these connections, fostering a dialogue that bridges the gap between technological progress and ethical considerations.

Objectives

  1. Examine Ethical Governance: Discuss frameworks and practices that ensure governance structures in Africa are aligned with ethical principles, promoting transparency, accountability, and inclusivity.
  2. Promote Responsible Innovation: Highlight the importance of innovation that prioritizes societal well-being, environmental sustainability, and ethical considerations.
  3. Enhance Human Flourishing: Explore how ethical governance and responsible innovation can contribute to the overall well-being and development of individuals and communities among African states.

Key Sub-Topics

We invite abstracts on any aspects of ethics, governance and technology, not limited to the sub-themes below:

Ethical Governance

  1. Principles of Ethical Leadership: Exploring the core values and principles that guide ethical decision-making in leadership roles.
  2. Transparency and Accountability: Strategies for ensuring transparency and accountability in organizational practices.
  3. Ethical Dilemmas in Governance: Case studies and discussions on navigating complex ethical dilemmas in governance.
  4. Regulatory Compliance and Ethics: Balancing regulatory requirements with ethical considerations.
  5. Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR): The role of CSR in promoting ethical governance.

Responsible Innovation

  1. Ethical AI and Machine Learning: Exploring the ethical implications of AI and how to ensure responsible development and deployment.
  2. Sustainable Product Design: Innovations in creating products that are environmentally friendly and sustainable.
  3. Data Privacy and Security: Balancing innovation with the need to protect user data and privacy.
  4. Green Technology and Renewable Energy: Innovations in green technology and their impact on sustainability.
  5. Inclusive Innovation: Ensuring that technological advancements benefit all segments of society, including marginalized communities.
  6. Responsible Marketing Practices: Ethical considerations in marketing strategies and consumer engagement.
  7. Impact of Innovation on Employment: Addressing the social implications of technological advancements on the workforce.

Human Flourishing

  1. Well-being and Happiness: Exploring the factors that contribute to human well-being and happiness in Africa.
  2. Work-Life Balance: Strategies for promoting a healthy work-life balance in modern workplaces.
  3. Mental Health and Resilience: Addressing mental health challenges and building resilience in individuals and communities.
  4. Education and Lifelong Learning: The role of education in promoting human flourishing and personal growth.
  5. Community and Social Cohesion: Building strong, supportive communities that foster human flourishing and
  6. Environmental influences and management: Addressing climate change, environmental justice and sustainability, responsible ecology and eco-humanism.

Target Audience

The conference welcomes participation from scholars, researchers, legal professionals, ethicists, policymakers, human rights advocates, and representatives from non-governmental organizations (NGOs) that engage in the study and application of natural law principles and methods, human freedom, and human dignity.

Submission Guidelines

Submission Guidelines

Abstracts should not be more than 500 words. Please indicate the main topic and subtopic to which your abstract belongs. Ensure that your abstract makes clear what your line of argument will be. Selected papers will be scheduled for a 20-minute presentation including the time for questions and discussions. All presentations at the conference will be in either English or French. Therefore, all submissions should be in English or French.

Abstracts must be submitted through our online submission system. It is a simple text editor, hence, the abstract should not have footnotes. Prepare your abstract in simple text, then copy and paste into the form here.

Abstracts will be peer reviewed anonymously. Therefore, the body of the abstract should not contain any information that would identify the author(s). Instead, information relating to the author’s name, contact details and institution/organisation should be provided in the relevant columns in the submission form.

Deadline for the Submission of Abstract: April 30, 2025

Notification of Submission Outcome: May 25, 2025

Deadline for Full Paper Submission: July 13, 2025

Expected Outcomes

A call for papers will be issued after the conference. Accepted papers will be published as a Book by a reputable publisher.

Also, actionable recommendations will be made at the end of the conference for policymakers to promote ethical governance and responsible innovation in Africa.

Book of Abstracts

Please click here to download the book of Abstracts for Natural Law 2024 Conference.

Contact Persons

Celestine Kezie Jr. (Pan-Atlantic University, Lagos)

Email: ckezie@pau.edu.ng

Phone: +2348064773616

Jude Acquah (Ashesi University, Ghana)

Email: jacquaah@ashesi.edu.gh

Phone: +233244448607