Thiruvalluvar Statue and Vivekananda Rock Memorial

International Thirukkural Foundation

Conference 2026 - Jaffna

Celebrating the Timeless Wisdom of Thirukkural

Conference Overview

Join us for an enriching experience celebrating the profound wisdom of Thirukkural. This international conference brings together scholars, researchers, and enthusiasts from around the world to explore the timeless teachings of Thiruvalluvar's masterpiece.

Conference Theme

"Thirukkural: Universal Values for Global Harmony" - Exploring how the ancient wisdom of Thirukkural can guide modern society towards peace, prosperity, and ethical living.

Key Focus Areas:Ethics, Governance, Love, and Universal Values

Conference Objectives

  • Promote academic research on Thirukkural studies
  • Foster international collaboration among scholars
  • Explore Thirukkural's relevance in modern contexts
  • Preserve and promote Tamil cultural heritage

Key Information

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Important Dates

Abstract Submission: March 2026

Full Paper: May 2026

Conference: July 2026

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Keynote Speakers

Renowned scholars and experts in Tamil literature

International Thirukkural researchers

Cultural heritage specialists

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Publications

Conference proceedings will be published

Selected papers in special journal issue

Digital archive of presentations

Date

2026

Location

Jaffna, Sri Lanka

Participants

International Scholars

Papers

Research Presentations

Former Director

We are honored to feature a distinguished leader whose contributions to global education and culture inspire our mission.

Dr Armoogum Parsuramen

Dr Armoogum Parsuramen

Former Minister for Education, Science, Technology and Arts

Government of Mauritius

Former Director, UNESCO

International President

International Thirukkural Foundation, Mauritius