Spirituality Conference 2026

ABOUT THE CONFERENCE

In today's complex and rapidly evolving business landscape, leaders are increasingly called upon to navigate challenges with not just strategic acumen but also with deep inner wisdom and compassion. This conclave aims to explore the integration of Spiritual Intelligence (SQ) into leadership practices, emphasizing how it complements Emotional Intelligence (EQ) to foster decisions rooted in integrity, empathy, and a higher purpose.

Building upon the insights from the 2025 conclave, which delved into integrating spirituality into business through India's diverse traditions, the 2026 edition seeks to further this dialogue by focusing on the personal development of leaders.

Venue:

XLRI Jamshedpur

Conference Dates:

July 24 (4:30 PM) – July 26 (1:00 PM), 2026

ABOUT XLRI

Established in 1949, XLRI is one of India's premier management institutes, known for its commitment to academic excellence and ethical values. The Centre for Spirituality at XLRI aims to integrate spiritual wisdom into management education, fostering leaders who are not only competent but also compassionate and purpose-driven

For further details on XLRI please visit https://xlri.ac.in

CALL FOR PARTICIPATION

We invite scholars, business leaders, practitioners, and students to participate in this enriching dialogue. Opportunities include:

Paper Presentations: Share your research or case studies related to the themes.
Workshops: Conduct interactive sessions on practices that cultivate SQ.
Panel Discussions: Engage in conversations with experts from various fields.

Key Themes:

Understanding Spiritual Intelligence (SQ): Exploring definitions, frameworks, and the distinction between SQ and EQ.
Cultivating Inner Wisdom: Practices and disciplines that enhance self-awareness and reflective capacities in leaders.
Compassionate Decision-Making: Integrating empathy and ethical considerations into business decisions.
Spiritual Traditions and Leadership: Insights from Hinduism, Buddhism, Christianity, Islam, and other traditions on leading with purpose.
Case Studies: Real-world examples of organizations and leaders who embody spiritual intelligence in their practices.

TRACKS AND SUB-TRACKS

Foundations of Spiritual Intelligence (SQ) Exploring the core dimensions and frameworks of SQ across traditions

Theoretical Foundations of SQ Including contributions from Zohar & Marshall, Emmons, and critiques from secular ethics
Beyond IQ and EQ: Defining SQ Human cognition, emotional awareness, and spiritual depth as distinct yet overlapping intelligences
Cross-Cultural Models of Consciousness and Self Indigenous views (animistic soul, communal self), Buddhist anatta, and secular neuroscience
Measuring the Immeasurable: Tools and Reflections Assessing SQ through reflection, dialogue, and narrative identity; limits of psychometrics
Inner Work and Ethical Awakening Practices across traditions: tribal storytelling, Buddhist meditation, Stoic journaling, and humanist self-inquiry

Spiritual Intelligence in Ethical and Compassionate Leadership SQ as the foundation for justice, courage, and moral authenticity

Spiritual Discernment in Decision-Making Drawing from Ignatian, tribal, and philosophical traditions of ethical choice-making
Compassionate Leadership in Diverse Traditions Karuna (Buddhism), ubuntu (African), seva (Sikhism), and solidarity in humanist thought
Purpose Beyond the Self: Vocational Leadership Indigenous teachings on custodianship; secular models of meaningful work and legacy
Healing Through Forgiveness and Humility Case studies of leadership apologies; tribal reconciliation rituals; restorative justice in postmodern governance

Inter-Spiritual and Humanistic Contributions to Leadership Learning from the religious, secular, and indigenous wisdoms

Earth-Based Spiritualities and Tribal Wisdom Animism, land-based ethics, elder traditions, and non-dual cosmologies
Atheistic Humanism and Ethical Leadership Secular spirituality, existential ethics, and human flourishing without metaphysics
Religious Traditions and Prophetic Voices Judaism, Christianity, Islam: covenantal justice, mercy, and speaking truth to power
Eastern Traditions of Self-Cultivation Jain ahimsa, Buddhist mindfulness, Taoist wu wei, and Hindu dharma in leadership

Institutionalising Spiritual Values Bringing compassion, justice, and inner work into policy and culture

Indigenous Governance and Consensus Models Dialogic decision-making, communal stewardship, and cyclic time management
Creating Space for Reflection and Depth Rituals of pause from tribal and monastic traditions; sabbath spaces and mindful zones
SQ and Ethics in Organisational Crisis Narratives of resilience, truth-telling, and community healing across spiritual frameworks
Inclusion Through Inner and Outer Equity Humanist, tribal, and spiritual frameworks for equity, belonging, and collective thriving

Spirituality, Resilience, and the Inner Journey of Leadership Cultivating inner clarity and grounded strength

Resilience Rooted in Meaning Frankl’s logotherapy, tribal rites of passage, and the practice of detachment in Stoicism
Healing Through Spiritual Tools Indigenous rituals, lament practices, and silence as transformation
Reclaiming Time: Slowness in Leadership The moral urgency of contemplation in speed-driven contexts
The Aging Leader: Mortality and Inner Wisdom Elderhood in tribal settings, legacy in secular thought, and detachment in spiritual life

Spiritual Intelligence in the Age of AI and Disruption Bridging ancient wisdom with modern dilemmas

Ethical Technology and Human Dignity How SQ and humanism can reframe metrics of success in tech-driven leadership
Sacred Creativity and Moral Foresight Inspiration from tribal myths, humanist imagination, and prophetic science fiction
Anthropocene and Spiritual Responsibility Planetary care from Indigenous cosmologies, contemplative ecology, and activist secular ethics
Facing the Future with Compassion and Clarity Intergenerational justice, systems thinking, and spiritual preparedness for uncertainty

OBJECTIVES

To understand the concept of Spiritual Intelligence and its relevance in contemporary leadership.

To explore practices that cultivate inner wisdom, compassion, and ethical decision-making.

To share insights from various spiritual traditions on leading with purpose and integrity.

To create a platform for dialogue among scholars, practitioners, and students on integrating spirituality into leadership.

REGISTRATION DETAILS

Seats are limited, and once we reach full registration, then it will be closed.

Don't miss out on this opportunity - register today to confirm your participation!

Industry professionals

Single room accommodation included in the price

₹8000(Inclusive 18% GST)

Academics

Additional: (+₹3000 for single room accommodation)

₹4000(Inclusive 18% GST)

Research Scholars/Students

Additional: (+₹3000 for shared accommodation)

₹2500(Inclusive 18% GST)

Online Attendees

Those who choose to attend online must pay just Rs.3000/- for registration

₹3000(Inclusive 18% GST)

Academics without Campus Accommodation

In-person attendance only (no campus stay)

₹4000(Inclusive 18% GST)

Industry Professionals without Campus Accommodation

In-person attendance only (no campus stay)

₹6000(Inclusive 18% GST)

Please note: By registering for the conference, you agree that full participation in the conference, including the conference registration fee and associated accommodation charges, is non-refundable. Thank you

* Registration Fee needs to be paid only after the abstract/case studies/Infographics are accepted. To submit these you don't need to make any payment.
For every additional co-author/presenter, please add Rs 500 to the registration fee.

PAYMENT METHOD

For overseas participants, the exact amount of the registration fee will be computed based on the exchange rate on the date of the transaction.
Only online payment is accepted. Cash and cheque payments are not accepted.

Centre for Spirituality, XLRI Jamshedpur to host

Cultivating Inner Wisdom for Compassionate and Effective Decision-Making

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