ASEAN Social Business Conference 2025

30 October 2025

INTI International University, Malaysia

Hybrid Mode

Conference Theme:
Fostering Inclusive Growth and Sustainable Development

Purpose-Driven Progress: ASEAN Social Business for Inclusive Growth

The conference theme, "Fostering Inclusive Growth and Sustainable Development," aligns well with several key Sustainable Development Goals. The UN SDGs cover a wide range of areas, including poverty alleviation, quality education, gender equality, economic growth, industry and infrastructure, environmental protection, and sustainable cities and communities. These goals are interconnected and require a multidisciplinary approach to address the complex challenges facing the ASEAN region.

The ASEAN Social Business Conference 2025 will serve as a catalyst for innovative, collaborative solutions that address the region's most pressing social and economic issues. The objective of this event is to bring together academics, practitioners, policymakers, and social entrepreneurs to exchange ideas, share best practices, and foster partnerships that can drive meaningful, sustainable change across ASEAN.

We invite the following to participate in the conference:

Researchers, academicians, and experts in social entrepreneurship
Professionals with expertise in sustainable development
Individuals whose knowledge and insights can contribute to impactful conference outcomes

Collaboration for Impact

Message From Chair

Very esteemed guests, distinguished speakers and honoured participants, it is with great pleasure that I welcome you all to the ASEAN Social Business Conference 2025, a remarkable gathering of individuals committed to fostering inclusive growth and sustainable development. As we embark on this momentous occasion, I am reminded of the profound impact that social businesses have had on our region, transcending traditional boundaries and redefining the way we approach economic progress.

The theme of this conference, "Fostering Inclusive Growth and Sustainable Development," speaks to the core values that ASEAN has long championed. Through the collective efforts of our nations, we have witnessed the remarkable strides made towards a borderless economic community, one that prioritizes the well-being of all citizens and the preservation of our shared environment. As we stand at the threshold of a new decade, we are poised to build upon these foundations, harnessing the power of social entrepreneurship to create a more equitable and resilient future for our region.

Best regards,

Associate Professor Dr. Wong Chee Hoo

Conference Chair

ASBC 202

Collaborators

Keynote Speakers

Call for Paper

Authors also have the option to publish their paper in the Pakistan Journal of Life and Social Science (PJLSS) (Scopus indexed). Authors that wish to publish their paper with PJLSS will need to contact the editor directly at editor@pjlss.edu.pk and please note to the editor that your work has been presented at the INTI International University ASBC 2024. Additional costs may be incurred by publishing your work at PJLSS. You are required to connect with the editor directly and ensure that all reviews are complied with and payments are duly made.

We encourage you to share practical experiences, research findings, and insights that can contribute to the advancement of social business practices in the ASEAN region. All paper submissions will be desk and double-blind peer reviewed and evaluated based on originality, research content, correctness, relevance to conference and readability. Accepted papers will automatically be published in the Journal of Business and Social Science (JoBSS), a Journal published by INTI iPublishing.

Track

TRACK 1

Equity and
Social Inclusion

Addressing income inequality
Empowering marginalized communities
Inclusive policies for economic growth

TRACK 2

Sustainable Economic Development

Green economy and sustainable business models
Innovations in circular economy
Climate resilience in economic planning

TRACK 3

Technology and Innovation for Sustainable Growth

Digital inclusion and bridging the technology gap
Smart cities and sustainable infrastructure
AI and data-driven solutions for development

TRACK 4

Policy and Governance for Inclusive Growth

The role of public-private partnerships
Effective governance and transparency
Financing mechanisms for sustainable development

TRACK 5

Education, Skills, and Workforce Development

Upskilling for the future of work
Inclusive education for economic mobility
Addressing gender disparities in the labour market

Submission Guideline

All paper/abstracts submissions will be double-blind peer reviewed and evaluated based on originality, research content, correctness, relevance to conference and readability.