Conference Preamble
Date: Thursday, 17 December 2026
Time: 9:00 AM
Mode: In Person
The family constitutes the fundamental building block of society, the primary environment for nurturing values and identity, and the foundation for developing individuals and shaping future generations. Accordingly, family stability and cohesion are not merely domestic concerns; rather, they represent essential pillars of societal security, economic stability, quality of life, and sustainable development.
In recognition of the United Arab Emirates’ declaration of 2026 as the “Year of Family,” reflecting the nation’s commitment to the importance of the family and its role in developing individuals and society, and in line with Jumeira University’s dedication to supporting national priorities and strengthening the contribution of scientific research to national and community issues, the University is organizing its Second Annual Conference on National and Community Issues under the theme:
“The Family and Shaping the Future: Integrated Perspectives for a Sustainable Society.”
The conference adopts an integrated, interdisciplinary academic approach based on the understanding that contemporary family issues cannot be examined from a single perspective. These issues encompass interconnected dimensions, including Islamic jurisprudence and its higher objectives (Maqasid al-Sharia), legal, educational, social, economic, and technological considerations, alongside national policies and future developments.
Accordingly, the conference seeks to provide an academic platform that brings together researchers and specialists from various disciplines to examine the current realities of family life, analyze the major challenges and transformations affecting families, and explore their future prospects.
Through its research contributions and discussions, the conference aspires to generate evidence-based perspectives, practical solutions, and actionable initiatives that strengthen family cohesion, preserve family values and identity, enhance quality of life, and empower families to fulfill their role in shaping future generations and building a more stable and sustainable society.
Conference Objectives
- Highlight the importance of the family and its central role in human development and shaping the future of society.
- Examine contemporary family issues in light of Islamic Sharia and its higher objectives (Maqasid al-Sharia), while exploring relevant legislation and policies.
- Promote national values and identity, emphasizing the family’s role in instilling these values and transmitting them across generations.
- Explore the impact of social and digital transformations and artificial intelligence on families and relationships among family members.
- Examine the educational, social, and economic factors influencing family stability and quality of life.
- Highlight the efforts, initiatives, and policies of the United Arab Emirates in supporting families and strengthening family cohesion.
- Promote interdisciplinary collaboration among academic fields in examining family-related issues and developing solutions to the challenges families face.
- Establish bridges of cooperation between universities, government institutions, and community organizations concerned with family affairs.
- Develop practical, actionable recommendations and initiatives that contribute to supporting families and ensuring societal sustainability.
Conference Tracks
Track One: Family, Values, and National Identity
- Family values and their role in building cohesive families.
- The family’s role in strengthening national identity and belonging.
- The role of the family in transmitting values across generations.
- Intergenerational relationships and their impact on family cohesion.
- The social responsibility of the family.
- Families in the face of contemporary cultural and value-related transformations.
Track Two: The Family from Islamic Sharia, Maqasid, and Legal Perspectives
- The objectives of Islamic Sharia (Maqasid al-Sharia) in establishing and protecting families.
- Islamic jurisprudence concerning emerging developments and contemporary family issues.
- Rights and responsibilities and their impact on family stability.
- Legislation and legal policies supporting families.
- Prevention of family disputes and approaches to their resolution.
- Mediation, reconciliation, and family guidance and counseling.
Track Three: Family, Upbringing, Education, and Shaping Future Generations
- Parenting and its contemporary challenges.
- The role of the family in shaping children’s character and personality.
- Partnerships between families and educational institutions.
- Family dialogue and its impact on developing future generations.
- Developing responsibility and independence among children.
- The role of the family in preparing future generations to meet emerging requirements.
Track Four: The Family in the Digital Age and Artificial Intelligence
- The impact of digital transformations on family relationships.
- Artificial intelligence and the future of the family.
- Digital parenting of children.
- Digital Safety and Privacy for Families.
- Children and social media.
- Balancing technology use and strengthening interpersonal relationships within the family
Track Five: Family, Economy, Quality of Life, and Sustainability
- Financial stability and its impact on family stability.
- Financial literacy and responsible household consumption.
- Entrepreneurship and family-owned businesses.
- Achieving a balance between professional and family life.
- Family well-being and quality of life.
- The economic dimensions of family sustainability.
Track Six: Family, National Policies, and Future Foresight
- National policies and initiatives supporting families.
- The family in national visions and strategies.
- Family growth and demographic transformations.
- Indicators of family cohesion and stability.
- Institutional partnerships in supporting families.
- Exploring the future of the family amid rapid transformations.
Target Participants
Academic Institutions : Faculty members, researchers, postgraduate students, and research and study centres.
Government Entities : Institutions and government bodies concerned with family affairs, community development, education, and social affairs.
Community Organizations : Associations, institutions, and centres specializing in family counselling, guidance, and reconciliation.
Specialists and Practitioners : Professionals specializing in Islamic Sharia, legal, educational, social, economic, and technological fields related to family affairs.
Expected Conference Outcomes
- Publication of a peer-reviewed academic volume comprising accepted research papers recommended for publication.
- Development of academic and practical recommendations contributing to family support and strengthened family cohesion.
- Presentation of integrated perspectives and solutions addressing contemporary and future challenges facing families.
- Highlighting leading initiatives and best practices in the United Arab Emirates in the field of family support.
- Strengthening research and institutional partnerships between the University and entities concerned with family affairs.
- Proposing future research initiatives and projects arising from the conference proceedings.
Participation Guidelines and Submission Requirements
- Submissions are accepted from researchers within the United Arab Emirates.
- Research papers must fall within one of the conference’s designated tracks and related topics.
- Research must demonstrate originality, novelty, academic objectivity, and linguistic accuracy.
- Submitted research must not have been previously published or presented at another conference or academic event.
- During the initial submission stage, researchers must submit an abstract not exceeding 500 words, accompanied by a brief curriculum vitae (CV).
- Research papers must be written and presented in Arabic. Each paper must include abstracts in both Arabic and English, along with relevant keywords.
- The complete research paper must not exceed 15 pages.
- Research papers must use the Traditional Arabic font, size 16 for the main text and size 12 for footnotes.
- References must be documented in footnotes in accordance with the academic referencing methodology adopted by the conference. A complete list of sources and references must be included at the end of the paper.
- Qur’anic verses must be written in the fully vocalized Uthmani script and enclosed within the Qur’anic brackets ﴿ ﴾. The name of the Surah and verse number must be cited. Researchers must reproduce Qur’anic text from an approved and reliable electronic source to ensure accuracy and consistency in the formatting of conference papers.
- Prophetic Hadiths must be referenced from their original sources, with citations specifying the source, book, chapter, and Hadith number, in that order.
- Each research paper must conclude with a section summarizing its key findings and recommendations.
- Tables, figures, and images, where applicable, must be presented with appropriate quality and clarity.
- Research papers must not rely on sources, references, or publishing houses prohibited in the United Arab Emirates.
- All submitted papers will undergo academic peer review. Researchers must complete any requested revisions within the specified timeframe.
- Papers accepted and recommended by the Scientific Committee will be published in a dedicated academic volume of the conference proceedings.
- Participation in the conference is free of charge, with no registration or participation fees.
Paper Submission
Fill the templates and send via email to conference@ju.ac.ae