2-Day Workshop on Fashion Law by MKD Centre of Excellence, NUALS Kochi [March 12-13, 2026; Offline]

About NUALS

The National University of Advanced Legal Studies (NUALS), established by Act 27 of 2005 of the Kerala State Legislature, is a National Law University in Kochi, India, for undergraduate, graduate, and postgraduate legal education. NUALS strives to advance and disseminate knowledge of the law and judicial processes, and to encourage research activities through dedicated Centres of Research.

About MKD Centre of Excellence

The Senior Advocate M. K. Damodaran International Centre of Excellence in Law is an initiative of The National University of Advanced Legal Studies to strengthen advanced legal education, research, and professional training in India. Conceived as a dedicated campus, the Centre aims to promote global standards in legal learning and practice through training programmes, interdisciplinary research, international collaborations, legal-aid initiatives, policy support, and ICT-enabled learning. It is envisioned as a hub for developing skills, fostering legal awareness, supporting law reform, and building capacity among lawyers, judges, policymakers, teachers, and students to enhance the role of law in social transformation and national development.

About the Workshop

The fashion industry constitutes one of the largest economic sectors globally, contributing significantly to gross domestic product while simultaneously navigating increasingly complex legal and regulatory challenges. In India, the fashion and textile sector employs over 45 million individuals and contributes approximately 13 per cent to manufacturing production, thereby serving as a vital pillar of the national economy. Despite its economic importance, the legal dimensions of the fashion industry remain comparatively underexplored within Indian legal education and professional discourse. The rapid expansion of India’s fashion ecosystem, coupled with digitalisation, sustainability mandates, evolving consumer protection standards, and global supply chain complexities, has created a pressing need for specialised legal expertise. The workshop seeks to bridge this academic and professional gap by providing structured exposure to the legal and regulatory framework governing the fashion industry through expert lectures, case-based discussions, interactive sessions, and a structured assessment, with certificates to be awarded based on performance in the final assessment conducted at the conclusion of the programme.

Modules of the Workshop

MODULE 1 – IPR AND FASHION LAW

Covers copyright protection for designs, trademark strategies for brand identity, patenting innovations, and enforcement against counterfeiting; includes analysis of landmark cases.

MODULE 2 – RELEVANCE OF COMPETITION LAW IN THE FASHION INDUSTRY

Examines anti-competitive agreements, abuse of dominance, merger controls, and resale price maintenance; features case studies on luxury brand cartels and market entry barriers.

MODULE 3 – ETHICS, COMPLIANCE, AND SUSTAINABILITY IN THE FASHION INDUSTRY

Explores ESG compliance, supply chain due diligence, anti-corruption policies, sustainability reporting, and human rights compliance.

MODULE 4 – CROSS-BORDER DIMENSIONS OF FASHION LAW

Addresses WTO rules, customs valuation, cross-border IP licensing, and extradition for infringement; analyzes FTAs like India-EU and challenges in global supply chains.

MODULE 5 – ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE AND E-COMMERCE REGULATIONS

Delves into AI-generated designs and IP ownership, DPDP Act/IT Rules for data privacy, platform liability under IT Act, and algorithmic bias; hands-on review of e-commerce policies.

NOTE : At the end of each module, an activity will be conducted based on the module, and at the end of the workshop, an assessment test will be conducted. Certificates will be issued based on the performance in the assessment test.

Mode of Workshop

Offline

Accommodation: Participants are kindly requested to make their own accommodation arrangements. The organisers will be glad to provide information on nearby lodging options, if required.

Venue

NUALS Campus

Who can Participate?

• Students (UG & PG)
• Research Scholars
• Academicians
• Legal Practitioners, Policy Analysts and Anyone Interested in the Field

Perks

Participants will receive a Certificate of Participation (based on the performance in the assessment test)

Important dates

Registration Deadline: February 27, 2026

Dates of Workshop: March 12-13, 2026

As the programme is limited to a maximum of 50 participants to ensure focused learning and meaningful engagement, applicants are required to submit an Abstract of approximately 700 words as part of the selection process. The Abstract will help assess the applicant’s interest, motivation, and suitability for the programme, and will be used to shortlist participants.

Fee

The registration fee is to be paid online. Participants are required to remit the fee only upon receiving the official communication confirming the selection of their abstract. The payment details will be communicated to the selected participants in due course.

• Category A: Industry Experts / Academicians / Professionals – ₹ 1500
• Category B: Research Scholars & Students (UG/PG) – ₹ 1000

Submission & Formatting Guidelines

• All abstract submissions are to be made in .doc/.docx. format. PDF submissions are not accepted.
• All abstract submissions must clearly specify the full name of the author, designation, institutional affiliation, category of participation (Category A/B), the relevant module under which the Abstract is submitted (Module 1/2/3/4/5), contact number, and email address of the author. Submissions that fail to furnish the above particulars shall not be considered.
• Participants are required to limit their abstracts to a maximum of 700 words and provide exactly five keywords connected to the theme of the workshop. The list of sub-themes is merely suggestive and participants may explore other relevant areas as well.
• Use of AI tools for generating content is strictly not permitted. The Abstract must be your original work and should demonstrate your interest and understanding of the topic.
• The body of the manuscript must be according to the following specifications:

Font – Times New Roman

Font size – 12

Line spacing – 1.5

• Plagiarism: Only original and non-plagiarized work will be accepted. The plagiarism level must be below 10%.
• A separate slot has been provided in the registration Google Form for the submission of abstracts, and participants are required to upload their abstracts therein.

How to Register?

Interested candidates can register online via the link: https://forms.gle/GcmJR4CZhMtCJXbE7

Please Note: Registration for current NUALS undergraduate, postgraduate, and Ph.D. students will be strictly on a first-come, first-served basis, subject to the availability of seats.

Conditions & Cancellation/Refund Policy

• The registration fee mentioned above is inclusive of GST.
• Workshop registration is mandatory for all participants at the rate as applicable, based on the respective category of participation.
• Cancellation and refund requests will not be entertained.

Contact

For further queries and information, write on: flw.nuals@gmail.com