Vivekananda Global University To Organise One-Week Online FDP On “Human Rights In The Age Of Technology”
Vivekananda Global University, Jaipur, will organise a one-week online Faculty Development Programme (FDP) on “Human Rights in the Age of Technology” from January 19 to 25, 2026. The programme will focus on the evolving interface between technological advancements and human rights in the context of artificial intelligence, digital surveillance, and data-driven governance. The FDP seeks to facilitate informed discourse on these issues by bringing together scholars, practitioners, policymakers, and law enforcement professionals to examine emerging legal, ethical, and policy dimensions.
About the Institution
Vivekananda Global University (VGU), Jaipur, is a multidisciplinary institution committed to academic excellence, research-driven learning, and societal engagement. The Department of Law at VGU places special emphasis on contemporary legal challenges, interdisciplinary research, and capacity building among legal educators and researchers. Through competitions, conferences, faculty development programmes, and collaborative initiatives, the Department continuously strives to contribute meaningfully to legal scholarship and professional development.
About the Department of Science and Technology, Government of Rajasthan
The Department of Science and Technology (DST), Government of Rajasthan, plays a pivotal role in promoting scientific temper, technological innovation, and research-oriented initiatives within the state. By supporting academic programmes, research collaborations, and knowledge dissemination activities, DST aims to foster innovation-driven growth while ensuring that technological development remains aligned with societal welfare, ethical standards, and public interest.
Key Objectives of the FDP
· To examine the impact of emerging technologies on the protection and realization of human rights.
· To analyze contemporary legal and policy challenges related to digital rights, data protection, and cyber governance.
· To foster interdisciplinary dialogue between law, technology, policy, and enforcement perspectives.
· To enhance pedagogical and research capacities of faculty members in the area of law and technology.
· To encourage critical engagement with national and international frameworks governing technology and human rights.
Nature and Scope of the Programme
The FDP will be conducted in online mode and will feature expert lectures and interactive sessions delivered by eminent academicians, senior advocates, policy experts, and practitioners from reputed national and international institutions. The programme is designed primarily for faculty members, research scholars, and legal academicians, with the objective of strengthening teaching, research, and policy-oriented engagement in the domain of human rights and technology.
About the Resource Persons
The programme will feature eminent resource persons including Prof. A. Lakshminath, Former Vice-Chancellor, CNLU Patna; Prof. V.K. Dixit, Former Professor of Law, University of Delhi; Mr. Praveen Sinha, Former Additional Director, CBI; Mr. Pawan Duggal, Senior Advocate, Supreme Court of India; Prof. Barry Appleton, New York Law School; Prof. (Dr.) Uday Shankar, IIT Kharagpur; Prof. (Dr.) M.K. Bhandari, GALTER; Prof. (Dr.) Ananth Padmanabhan, Sreenidhi University; Prof. (Dr.) Tabrez Ahmad, MANUU Law School; Mr. Rodney D. Ryder, Scriboard; and Dr. Joshua Dalrymple, Somireddy Law Group.
Timings
The FDP will be conducted online from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM, with a registration fee of ₹500.