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Virtual International Conference on Policies and Parental Support

Monday 23rd and Tuesday 25th November 2026.

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Attendees of the 2023 International Conference on Policies and Parental Support standing in front of the conference banner

The York Business School in association with the Institute for Social Justice are organising the fifth International Conference on Policies and Parental Support.

This will provide a platform for discussion on various aspects of social and legal policies that impact parents in the workplace, at home and in society.

The conference provides a unique international and interdisciplinary opportunity for academics, employers, practitioners, consultants, scholars, researchers and policymakers with diverse backgrounds and experiences to present their papers, engage in expert discussions, and network with people from different countries.

Postgraduate research students are encouraged to present their research proposal, literature review or research findings at a discounted registration fee.

Conference fees

Virtual non-presenter: free

There is no conference registration fee.

Key deadlines

Deadline for abstract submission: 18 October 2026

Notification of acceptance: 30 October 2026

Registration deadline: 8 November 2026

Conference dates: Monday 23 and Tuesday November 2026