Call For Submissions | DSNLU's CILAD Invites Entries For “CILAD Monthly” – A Newsletter On International Law And Allied Disciplines

About DSNLU

Established under the Damodaram Sanjivayya National Law University Act, 2008, DSNLU stands as one of India's leading National Law Universities. The University follows a research-oriented academic framework that emphasizes academic excellence, professional integrity, and legal innovation. Committed to evolving with the changing landscape of legal education, DSNLU promotes scholarship, interdisciplinary inquiry, and global collaboration.

.About CILAD

The Centre for International Law and Allied Disciplines (CILAD), established in 2024 at Damodaram Sanjivayya National Law University (DSNLU), Visakhapatnam, is an academic initiative dedicated to advancing interdisciplinary engagement in international law and its related domains. By bridging law, policy, diplomacy, and the social sciences, CILAD provides a dynamic platform for dialogue and innovation. Through research initiatives, publications, and student-driven projects, the Centre seeks to foster critical inquiry, collaborative learning, and progressive scholarship in international legal studies.

About: 'CILAD Monthly'

CILAD Monthly is a student-led newsletter published by the Centre for International Law and Allied Disciplines (CILAD) at DSNLU. Envisioned as a recurring monthly publication, it serves as an accessible and interdisciplinary forum for critical reflection on contemporary developments in international law and related fields. Each issue showcases analytical articles, opinion pieces, case notes, and creative contributions that explore the intersections of law with society, politics, and culture. The newsletter aspires to nurture fresh perspectives, intellectual curiosity, and collaboration among students and scholars across the globe.

CILAD Monthly is:

1. Open – anyone from law or social sciences may contribute.

2. Interdisciplinary – embracing perspectives beyond legal doctrine.

3. Forward-Looking – Challenging conventional narratives through fresh voices.

Eligibility:

- Undergraduate, postgraduate, or doctoral students from law and social sciences disciplines.

- The call is open internationally and not limited to any single university.

- Both individual and co-authored contributions are welcome (up to 2 authors).

Types of Contributions

1. Feature Articles (1000–1500 words) – analytical essays on international law/policy.

2. Opinion Pieces (600–900 words) – arguments or reflections on current issues.

3. Case Notes & Legislation Notes (500–800 words) – key judgments, treaties, or bills.

4. Interdisciplinary Essays (under 1500 words) – linking law to politics, sociology, economics, literature, etc.

5. Book/Film Reviews (400–700 words) – relevant to law, rights, or social sciences.

6. Creative Corner – poems, short fiction, or reflective writings on justice and society.

Submission Guidelines

1. Clarity first: Avoid jargon; explain terms simply.

2. Tone: Analytical, accessible, and respectful.

3. Referencing: Use OSCOLA/Bluebook/APA (choose one style and stay consistent).

4. Formatting:

· Font: Times New Roman, size 12.

· Spacing: 1.5.

5. Submit via Google Form/Email by the 15th of every month.

6. Only original, unpublished work is accepted. Plagiarism above 10% is not permitted.

7. Authors retain copyright, but grant CILAD Monthly permission to publish. By submitting, authors confirm that their work does not infringe third-party rights. Authors shall be solely responsible for any legal issues arising from their contributions.

8. Each contributor should attach a 50-word author bio and contact email.

9. Author Name(s), Institution, and Word Count should be mentioned in the email/form and not on the manuscript. Violation of this, may lead us to reject the submission.

Code of Conduct

Respectful writing only: no hate speech, personal attacks, or discriminatory remarks.

Political critique is allowed, but partisan campaigning is not.

Cross-disciplinary openness is encouraged – acknowledge diverse viewpoints.

Deadline

Submissions for the first edition should be submitted by 15^th November 2025 by 11:59 PM.

How to Submit?

Interested candidates can submit entries via the google form: https://forms.gle/Lj7P2y38KS9hojdM9

They may also send a mail with all the required details as mentioned above to cilad@dsnlu.ac.in with the subject being 'CILAD MONTHLY | Submission 'Title of Work''.

Contact:

For any queries, reach out to:

Sourav Ghosh (Convenor CILAD) | souravghosh@dsnlu.ac.in

Atharv Arnav (Co-Convenor CILAD) | arnavatharv@dsnlu.ac.in

For more details refer to the brochure here