At the Education, Research & Development Association (ERDA), we believe that meaningful solutions to societal challenges emerge through thoughtful deliberation and collaborative dialogue. Such discussions require bringing together diverse, intellectual, and vibrant individuals from various sectors of society. The ERDA Global Summit was conceived with this philosophy in mind. The purpose of the summit is to unite individuals from academia, industry, and the broader community on a shared platform to exchange ideas and perspectives on addressing the pressing challenges our society faces today. This year, the theme for the summit is “Empowering Society: The Role of Industry, Academia, and the Public in Building a Sustainable Future.” As the global conversation increasingly focuses on creating sustainable societies, it is crucial to identify actionable pathways to achieve this goal. The summit aims to pave the way for the sustainable development of society through in-depth deliberation among representatives from academia, industry, and the public at large. It offers a unique opportunity for every individual, regardless of their background, to voice their views and contribute to the conversation around solving societal issues. We recognize that the active participation of everyday people is essential to discovering real, actionable solutions. ERDA has designated this summit as an annual event, to be held each year in different locations around the globe.

The summit will not only focus on addressing societal challenges but will also celebrate individuals, institutions and organizations who have made remarkable contributions to societal transformation through education, innovation, and compassion by presenting them with the prestigious ERDA Excellence Award. Over 100 awards across various categories will be conferred upon members and non-members of ERDA. 

Education Research & Development Association (ERDA) is dedicated to driving societal change through education, innovation, and compassion – an endeavor that would be impossible without the invaluable contributions of its various stakeholders. To express its gratitude, ERDA bestows the ERDA Excellence Award upon them in recognition of their contributions to society around the globe.

This award is more than just a trophy or certificate; it is an initiative to recognize the often-overlooked contributions of individuals and organizations. For ERDA, the significance of these contributions isn’t measured by their size or immediate impact but by the commitment to making a difference, no matter how small the contribution may seem. 

The inspiration behind the ERDA Excellence Award comes from our visionary founder’s belief that society often fails to recognize the smaller contributions made by individuals and organizations. For him, excellence is not about achieving what others cannot, but about giving one’s best effort to any task, regardless of the outcome. He believed that recognition should not be reserved only for those at the pinnacle of success, as this overlooks the efforts of many who are working toward the betterment of society. By acknowledging even the smallest contributions, we can inspire a broader community to engage in meaningful work for the greater good.

The ERDA Excellence Awards are conferred upon individuals, academic institutions, and non-academic organizations to recognize excellence in teaching, research, quality education, leadership, academic performance, women empowerment, entrepreneurship, and philanthropy.

• ERDA Excellence Award for Teaching (For Teachers and Professors)
• ERDA Excellence Award for Research (For Professors and Institutions)
• ERDA Excellence Award for Holistic Development (For Students)
• ERDA Excellence Award for Leadership (For Academic, Corporate and Social Leaders)
• ERDA Excellence Award for Quality Education (For Senior Secondary Schools/Colleges/Departments/Universities/Other Educational Institutions)
• ERDA Excellence Award for Women Empowerment (For Individuals and Institutions)
• ERDA Excellence Award for Entrepreneurship (For Individuals)
• ERDA Excellence Award for Philanthropy (For Individuals and Organizations)

We warmly invite both profit and nonprofit organizations to support us in organizing this event. We would be deeply grateful for any support extended to us. It can be in form of financial or non financial. In recognition of their contribution, we will prominently feature their organization’s logo on all event materials. Additionally, we will honor our supporters/collaborators with institutional membership in ERDA, including displaying their logo and a brief description on our website under the institutional members’ section. We kindly request interested organizations to express their interest by 31 October 2024. Please reach out to us at connect@erda.org.in or erdacare@gmail.com.

We invite individuals to submit thoughtful papers related to the theme of the summit, “Empowering Society: The Role of Industry, Academia, and the Public in Building a Sustainable Future.” Please note that we are not accepting empirical papers; submissions should primarily focus on the policies, strategies, and actions that academic institutions, businesses, governments, and the public should develop or undertake to empower society toward a sustainable future. Papers or articles should be no longer than five pages. Selected submissions will be compiled into an edited book (nominal publication charge will be applicable) with an ISBN number. Participants will be notified by the office by 10 October 2024, regarding whether their papers or articles have been accepted for presentation at the Summit. Participants can send their article/paper through email.

Education Research & Development Association (ERDA) is proud to honor to individuals and organizations for their significant contributions to society by conferring the ERDA Excellence Award. This prestigious award recognizes excellence in various fields, including education, research, women empowerment, leadership, and community service. Individuals, Academic and Non-academic organizations are cordially invited to submit the self nomination for ERDA Excellence Award. Detailed information about the ERDA Excellence Award can be found under Award Menu of this website. 

The ERDA Global Summit & Awards aim to unite like-minded individuals from around the world, providing a collaborative platform for innovative and impactful contributions to society.

In addition to promoting global collaboration, ERDA seeks to recognize the efforts of individuals and academic and non-academic organizations for their significant and often unacknowledged contributions to education, research, and social development. The ERDA Excellence Award is our initiative to honor these vital contributions.

To help cover the costs of the summit, including awards, venue arrangements, and hospitality, we will be charging a nominal fee for applicants.

In case of any confusion in registration fee, for quick response, please message us on our official WhatsApp number +91- 92663 60261.

Registration Fee Structure:

1. Register as a participant:

• Fellow/Associate Members: No Fee
• Others: INR 500 (it includes hospitality and participation e-certificate).

       2. Register as an Awardee:

• Fellow Members / Associate Members / Institutional Members – No Fee
• Lifetime Members / Student Members (who obtained membership under revised rules on or after 01/04/2024) – INR 500 (or equivalent amount in foreign currency)
• Members (under old rules) & Non-Members: While they can submit paper or nominate for awards at no cost, once their paper is accepted or they are selected for an award, registration is required with the following fee structure: 

            Individual Applicants (from academia):

• • INR 1,000 (or equivalent amount in foreign currency) – Includes Associate Membership (Academia) of ERDA
  • INR 2,000 (or equivalent amount in foreign currency) – Includes Fellow Membership (Academia) of ERDA
  • INR 1,000 (or equivalent amount in foreign currency) – Includes Lifetime Membership of ERDA

• Kindly see the eligibility for different types of membership under membership menu. The registration fee for individual applicants (from academia) is determined by the membership type chosen by them at the time of submitting the registration form for the summit. We recommend Fellow Membership for applicants with substantial academic and research experience, as it offers priority consideration for leadership roles within ERDA. Individual applicants (from academia) who do not wish to be a part of ERDA community, a payment of INR 1,500 (or equivalent amount in foreign currency) can be made for the registration.

           Individual Applicants (from industry):

• • • INR 1,000 (or equivalent amount in foreign currency) – Includes Associate Membership (Industry) of ERDA. 
    • INR 2,000 (or equivalent amount in foreign currency) – Includes Fellow Membership (Industry) of ERDA. 

            Individuals applicants (from industry) who do not wish to be a part of ERDA community,                 a payment of INR 1,500 (or equivalent amount in foreign currency) can be made for the                   registration.

           Institutional Applicants (from academia or industry):

• • • INR 5,000 (or equivalent amount in foreign currency) – Includes Institutional Membership of ERDA.

          Institutional applicants who do not wish to be a part of ERDA community, a payment of INR            3,000 (or equivalent amount in foreign currency) can be made for the registration.

Note: For outstation applicants requiring accommodation, please notify us in advance. We will do our best to arrange accommodations at a nominal cost, with priority given to Fellow Members.

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• Account Number: 18950110070369
• Account Holder Name: Education Research and Development Association 
• Branch Name: St. Michel High School, Digha Ghat, Patna        

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