A landmark scholarly outcome of the conference is the forthcoming Edited Book of Chapters, entitled “Enhancing Life Quality: Resilience and Sustainability from Past to Future.”
This seminal volume consolidates 22 chapters contributed by eminent scholars, researchers, and practitioners from India and abroad, reflecting the interdisciplinary, international, and high-calibre nature of the conference.
Each chapter captures rigorous research, innovative perspectives, and evidence-based insights spanning sustainability, preventive healthcare, human development, and the broader determinants of quality of life, thereby embodying the intellectual richness and global relevance of the event. The publication is envisioned not merely as a record of proceedings, but as a definitive academic and policy resource, offering actionable frameworks for higher education, research, governance, and community interventions.
By integrating historical perspectives with contemporary scholarship and future-oriented inquiry, it reinforces the conference’s role as a platform for thought leadership, collaborative knowledge creation, and international scholarly exchange. Looking ahead, this edited volume represents a strategic way forward, translating the conference’s deliberations into enduring impact. It will serve as a touchstone for future research, inspire cross-disciplinary collaborations, and guide evidence-informed policies aimed at advancing resilience, sustainability, and holistic well-being. In doing so, it ensures that the conference leaves a lasting legacy, positioning Home Science and allied disciplines at the forefront of global scholarship and societal transformation.
About the Editors’
Dr. Asha Mathew, The Principal of Nirmala Niketan College of Home Science (Autonomous), Mumbai, a NAAC re-accredited institution with an A+ Grade. An accomplished academic leader, she provides strategic direction with a strong emphasis on research excellence, quality assurance, and institutional development. Under her leadership, the College has strengthened its research ecosystem by promoting interdisciplinary and collaborative scholarship, enhancing faculty and student research engagement, and upholding ethical research practices aligned with NAAC–IQAC benchmarks and national higher education quality frameworks. Dr. Mathew has been instrumental in supporting national and international conferences, research publications, funded projects, and academic collaborations, thereby significantly enhancing the institution’s academic visibility and global engagement. She integrates research, innovation, and extension into institutional planning, while fostering inclusive, student-centric, and sustainability-oriented academic environments aligned with national priorities and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. Her leadership reflects commitment to quality improvement, social responsibility, and excellence in higher education.
Prof. (Dr.) Kamini Prakash Rege, She is a distinguished academician and Professor in the Department of Human Development at the College of Home Science, Nirmala Niketan (Autonomous), Mumbai, affiliated with the University of Mumbai. She also serves as the IQAC Coordinator, contributing actively to quality assurance and academic excellence within the institution. With over two decades of experience in teaching and research, she is a recognized Ph.D. guide in Human Development. She is a Founder Member and Joint Secretary of the National Committee of the Early Childhood Association (ECA) and the Association for Primary Education and Research (APER), India.Her areas of expertise include Human Development, Family Studies, Early Childhood Care and Education, Gerontology, and Gender Studies. Dr. Rege has presented and published extensively at national and international levels through research papers, books, chapters, and articles, and has guided undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral research. She has received several prestigious awards, including the Rashtriya Vibhushan Award and the Shiksha Rattan Puraskar, for her exemplary contributions to education and early childhood development.
Dr. Ritu Madhan, Associate Professor in the Department of Textile and Fashion Technology at the College of Home Science, Nirmala Niketan (Autonomous). Her areas of expertise include fabric structure and construction, textile evaluation, marketing and management, entrepreneurship in textiles and apparel, traditional textiles, draping, and apparel making. She has guided numerous research students and has presented and published scholarly work at both national and international levels. A recognised PhD guide under the University of Mumbai, she is currently supervising doctoral research. She is an active member of professional bodies such as the Textile Association of India, the Indian Science Society, and the Society of Dyers and Colorists, and serves on Boards of Studies as well as a co-opted member of the Home Science Association of India.
