Background
8TH ICOLESS (International Conference on Law, Technology, Spirituality and Society) On the Theme: “Sustainable Development and Modern Law: Challenges and Opportunities In The Globalized Word”
In recent decades, the rapid advancement of technology, the evolution of legal frameworks, and the growing influence of spirituality have all intersected in profound ways. These developments have opened up new opportunities but have also introduced a range of complex global challenges, particularly when it comes to achieving sustainable development. Technology, while providing solutions to some of the world’s most pressing issues, also brings with it unforeseen consequences. Innovations such as artificial intelligence (AI), biotechnology, and digitalization have revolutionized industries, education, healthcare, and social connectivity. However, they have also raised ethical dilemmas, deepened inequalities, and created new forms of dependency, making it increasingly difficult to ensure that progress benefits all parts of society.
At the same time, the rapid pace of globalization has transformed the way societies interact with one another. National borders have become less relevant in the face of interconnected markets, cultures, and political systems. This interconnectedness has created both opportunities and challenges. On one hand, globalization has facilitated the exchange of ideas, resources, and technologies, leading to improved access to information and opportunities for economic development. On the other hand, it has amplified global inequalities, contributed to environmental degradation, and complicated governance structures, with economic and political decisions in one region having far-reaching impacts on others.
In this complex and interconnected world, modern law has a critical role to play in balancing the rapid technological progress with the well-being of societies. Legal frameworks, both at the national and international levels, are increasingly tasked with addressing issues that transcend borders and industries, such as climate change, human rights, data privacy, and equitable economic development. Law must evolve to meet the demands of a globalized world while ensuring that development remains sustainable and inclusive. However, this task is not simple, as it requires harmonizing diverse legal traditions, integrating new technological paradigms, and respecting cultural and spiritual values that shape societies.
The concept of sustainable development has become central in discussions about the future of humanity. It is widely accepted that development must not only address the needs of the present but also safeguard the ability of future generations to meet their own needs. Sustainable development is inherently interdisciplinary, involving environmental, economic, and social dimensions. As the world faces a rapidly changing climate, resource depletion, social inequality, and other environmental challenges, sustainable development has become a guiding principle for governments, organizations, and individuals alike. However, translating this ideal into practice is fraught with difficulties. Political will, economic constraints, technological capacity, and social dynamics all play a part in shaping how sustainability can be achieved. This makes it all the more crucial to examine how the law can provide the frameworks needed to foster sustainable practices while addressing the inequities that persist within global systems.
Modern legal systems are increasingly seen as essential tools in the fight for sustainability. The laws that govern environmental protection, economic growth, technological innovation, and social welfare must be adapted to contemporary challenges. Law not only provides a means of enforcing environmental standards and regulations but also plays a pivotal role in guiding the direction of technological innovation and the allocation of resources. While technology has the potential to drive solutions for many of the world’s most pressing problems—such as climate change, clean energy, and equitable healthcare—its rapid development also requires regulation to ensure that it is used responsibly and ethically. For instance, legal frameworks around data privacy and the ethical use of artificial intelligence are critical to ensure that technological advances do not infringe upon fundamental human rights or deepen existing inequalities.
Equally, the relationship between law and spirituality is a crucial consideration. Spirituality, in its many forms, has often played a key role in shaping values and ethical perspectives that influence societal behavior and legal norms. Religious and philosophical teachings about stewardship of the earth, community responsibility, and the moral imperative of justice have influenced the development of laws and policies across the world. As societies continue to grapple with issues like environmental degradation, poverty, and social inequality, the ethical and moral teachings drawn from spiritual traditions can offer valuable insights into how we might approach these issues. In many ways, spirituality provides the foundation for concepts of justice, equity, and responsibility, which are vital to building legal systems that promote sustainable development.
Given the importance of these interconnected issues, this International Conference on Law, Technology, Spirituality, and Society 2025 aims to explore the intersection of these areas in the context of sustainable development. The theme of “Sustainable Development and Modern Law: Challenges and Opportunities in the Globalized World” reflects the urgency of addressing global challenges such as climate change, social inequality, and geopolitical tensions, which have been exacerbated by rapid technological advancement and globalization. This conference will provide a platform for scholars, legal practitioners, policymakers, and thought leaders to examine how modern legal frameworks can effectively address these challenges and create a more sustainable, just, and equitable global society.
At the heart of this conference is the desire to explore how laws and policies can be designed to promote sustainable development while taking into account the increasingly complex relationship between technology, society, and spirituality. By bringing together experts from diverse fields, the conference will offer an opportunity to develop new insights, frameworks, and collaborations that can support the creation of legal systems that are more responsive to the needs of the globalized world.
Through discussions and shared knowledge, the conference will focus on identifying the practical challenges of creating laws that foster sustainability and inclusivity, while also exploring the opportunities for innovation and positive change. The goal is to generate actionable recommendations that can be applied across different sectors and regions to ensure that sustainable development principles are integrated into the legal, technological, and spiritual frameworks that shape our global society.
ICOLESS 2025 would be hosted by Sharia Faculty, Universitas Islam Negeri Maulana Malik Ibrahim Malang, Indonesia. It will take place on May 7- 8, 2025 . Prospective scholars, researchers, social scientists, and practitioners are cordially invited to submit full papers, which have not been submitted/published/under consideration in other conferences and journals. The full paper can be submitted to http://conferences.uin-malang.ac.id/index.php/ICOLESS The deadline for submission is 7 April 2025 extended to 17 April 2025, 00.00 (GMT +7) and acceptances will be notified by 10 May 2025. The paper must be written based on author guideline link http://conferences.uin-malang.ac.id/index.php/ICOLESS/guide.
ICOLESS 2025 would publish significant original research from a broad range of the challenges and opportunity of law and Islamic Law. All full paper submissions will be peer-reviewed and evaluated based on originality, technical and research content, correctness, relevance to the conference theme, contributions, and readability. All accepted conference papers will be submitted to international e-Proceeding with ISSN, and selected paper will be nominated to De Jure: Jurnal Hukum dan Syariah (Scopus), Jurisdictie: Jurnal Hukum dan Syariah (Sinta 2), El Maslahah (Scopus), Legality (Scopus), Jurisdictie (Sinta 2), Justicia Islamica (Sinta 2), Negara Hukum (Sinta 2), At Turots (Sinta 3), and International Proceeding (ISSN online)
Template ICOLESS 2025 
Theme:
“Sustainable Development And Modern Law: Challenges And Opportunities In The Globalized World”
Sub themes
- Human Rights and Social Justice
- Legal frameworks for climate change mitigation and adaptation
- Strengthening legal systems to promote justice and equality
- Legal challenges in regulating AI, data privacy, and technology for sustainable development
- Trade laws fostering sustainable and fair trade
- Legal mechanisms to prevent gender-based Discrimination and Violence
- Islamic teachings principles for strengthening justice and equity
Email : icoless@uin-malang.ac.id