Sexual Violence and Society: Understanding, Prevention, and Response
Sexual violence remains a deeply rooted global challenge, with deep implications for health, human rights, gender equality, and sustainable development. Across diverse contexts, it is sustained by complex and intersecting structural factors, including gendered power relations, social norms, and institutional inequalities.
The International RoSH Conference 2026 is organised by the RoSH Initiative at the University of Technology Mauritius, in partnership with the Sexual Violence Research Initiative (SVRI).
The conference convenes researchers, policymakers, practitioners, and civil society actors to engage in critical discussion, share emerging evidence, and strengthen collaborative networks. It aims to advance interdisciplinary understanding, promote evidence-based and context-sensitive prevention approaches, and facilitate knowledge exchange across sectors.
Caudan Waterfront, Port Louis, Mauritius
The International RoSH Conference 2026 will be held at the Labourdonnais Waterfront Hotel in Port Louis.
Time remaining until the extended abstract submission deadline on 15 October 2026.
We invite abstracts that contribute to deeper understanding, stronger prevention strategies, and more effective institutional and societal responses to sexual violence. Submissions from interdisciplinary, policy, research, and practice perspectives are welcome.
Selected papers will have the opportunity to be considered for publication, subject to peer review, in Cogent Social Sciences (Taylor & Francis), an open access journal. A limited number of article processing charge (APC) waivers have been secured, enabling selected authors to publish their papers with enhanced global visibility and no open access fees.
This track examines sexual violence as a socially embedded phenomenon shaped by cultural norms, gender relations, and structural inequalities.
This track focuses on evidence-based strategies to prevent sexual violence and promote sustainable social change.
This track examines sexual violence within workplace environments and organisational systems.
Participants are requested to select the applicable registration category and complete payment of the corresponding registration fee within the specified deadline.
* LMIC refers to Low- and Middle-Income Countries, as classified by the World Bank.
Early Bird Registration Deadline: 15 September 2026
Regular Registration Deadline: 10 October 2026
A Gala Dinner will be organised as part of the conference programme. The event will provide an opportunity for participants to engage in professional networking and informal exchange.
The Gala Dinner is not included in the conference registration fee. The fee is EUR 60 per person.
Direct bank transfers should be made using the official conference banking details below.
| Bank Name | SBM Bank (Mauritius) Ltd |
|---|---|
| Bank Address | SBM Tower, 1 Queen Elizabeth II Avenue, Port Louis, Republic of Mauritius |
| Account Name | University of Technology, Mauritius |
| Account Number | 61026200006202 |
| IBAN Number | MU04STCB1170026200006202000EUR |
| SWIFT Code | STCBMUMU |
Direct bank transfers must be made using the official banking details provided by the conference organisers to ensure that the full registration fee is received without deductions for bank charges, transaction fees or other associated costs.
All applicable transfer charges should be borne by the participant. If the full registration fee is not received due to deductions or transaction costs, the outstanding balance must be settled in cash upon arrival at the conference.
When making payment, please include the Reference Number, the conference name International RoSH Conference 2026, and indicate what the payment is for, for example Conference Registration or Gala Dinner.
Please send proof of payment to: [email protected]
AI-Enhanced Systematic Literature Review & Computer-Aided Qualitative Analysis: An Introduction
All Conference registration includes a dedicated online capacity-building workshop, “AI-Enhanced Systematic Literature Review & Computer-Aided Qualitative Analysis: An Introduction” . Designed primarily for PhD students and researchers, the session will equip participants with practical skills in qualitative data analysis, AI-supported literature reviews, and data-driven research, while remaining open to all participants seeking to strengthen their research capacity.
All abstracts should be submitted via EasyChair and must clearly relate to the conference theme and selected track.
Authors are encouraged to ensure that abstracts are clearly written, thematically aligned, and ready for peer review. Submissions should demonstrate scholarly quality, conceptual clarity, and practical or policy relevance where appropriate.
Abstracts should be submitted through EasyChair .
Thank you for contributing to the International RoSH Conference 2026: “Sexual Violence and Society: Understanding, Prevention, and Response”.
These guidelines are intended to ensure that all presentations are run smoothly and that participants have an engaging conference experience.
Session chairs will strictly monitor presentation times to ensure that the conference programme remains on schedule.
Online presenters should:
If connectivity problems occur, please follow the instructions of the session chair or technical support team.
Technical support will be available for conference sessions. Presenters are encouraged to test their presentations in advance and notify the organising team of any specific technical requirements as early as possible.
We look forward to your contribution to the International RoSH Conference 2026 and to an engaging exchange of research, evidence, experiences and perspectives.
MariDeal Business can assist conference delegates with accommodation, airport transfers and other travel arrangements during their stay in Mauritius.
For your convenience, two hotels located close to the conference venue have been initially identified, with preferential rates available at the time of planning:
These hotels were selected for their convenient location, quality of accommodation and proximity to the conference venue.
* Please note that the above rates and room availability are indicative at the time of planning and are subject to reconfirmation.
The MariDeal Business team can also assist delegates in finding alternative hotels and tailor accommodation options to suit their needs.
For any accommodation or travel enquiries, delegates may contact:
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The International RoSH Conference 2026 is supported by Advisory, Organising and Scientific Committees bringing together academic leadership, conference coordination and specialist expertise.
Strategic guidance and advisory support for the conference.
Conference planning, coordination, communications, logistics, systems, finance and participant support.
Scientific oversight and support for the academic quality of the conference.
The conference is organised by the Research on Sexual Harassment (RoSH) Initiative at the University of Technology Mauritius, an interdisciplinary platform dedicated to advancing research, capacity strengthening, and policy engagement on sexual violence and social harm.
The Sexual Violence Research Initiative (SVRI) works globally to strengthen research and evidence uptake to inform policy and practice on violence against women and violence against children, particularly in low- and middle-income countries.
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