Conference Guidelines
Requirements and guidelines for hosting the South Asian Conference (SAC).
A. Requirements for Hosting the SAC
Eligibility
Vice Chancellors, Directors, Heads of Institutions, Regional Associations, or collaborating institutions may apply. Written financial and infrastructure assurances are required.
Conference Specs
Duration: 4 days. Expected attendance: 1,500+ delegates. Young Researcher's Workshop: 1-2 days preceding the main conference.
Infrastructure
Large auditorium for plenaries, 28 concurrent meeting rooms with presentation equipment, dedicated space for management committee meetings, and SASS office operations area.
Accommodation
Discounted lodging and meals from Day 1 dinner through Day 4 lunch. Sociology or South Asian Studies department presence preferred.
B. Organizing Guidelines
Financial
Online registration system mandatory. SASS retains 20% of registration fees. Host institution receives 50% of surplus revenue (remainder to SASS).
Academic
Conference theme and academic leadership directed by the SASS President. Certificates, abstracts, and documentation follow SASS standards.
This document should be periodically reviewed by the SASS Managing Committee. Continuous coordination with SASS Office Bearers is mandatory throughout the conference planning process.