Prof. Dr. Veysel Bozkurt is a professor at Istanbul University, Turkey, specializing in the Sociology of Work, Social Values, Entrepreneurship, and the Social Aspects of Artificial Intelligence and Research Methods. He earned his Ph.D. from Uludag University. Prof Bozkurt has extensive experience in academia, having held positions at Istanbul University since 2010 and previously at Uludag University, with numerous international visiting scholar roles across institutions in the USA, UK, Australia, Italy, Indonesia, Kyrgyzstan, and Azerbaijan, specializing in sociology of work and management. His research spans across work sociology, social transformation, and the integration of AI in society. Prof. Bozkurt has published extensively in Web of Science and SCOPUS-indexed journals on topics including AI, social values, and the socio-political attitudes of youth. He has authored numerous books and articles on topics such as globalization, work ethics, and the societal impacts of COVID-19. He currently serves as the Director of the Methodology and Sociology Research Center at Istanbul University, heads the Economic Sociology Sub-Department and the Social Structure-Social Change MA program, is Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Economy, Culture and Society, and is a member of the Istanbul University Senate for the 2023-2026 term. 

Prof. Dr. Hamadullah Kakepoto is the Dean of the Faculty of Social Sciences at the University of Sindh, Jamshoro, Pakistan. With extensive academic and administrative expertise, he has a distinguished career in sociology and social sciences. He earned his Ph.D. in Sociology from the University of Karachi, and a post-doctorate from the University of Malaysia, Perlis. He has held numerous prestigious positions, including Director of the Area Study Centre, Far East & Southeast Asia, and Chairman of the Department of Sociology at the University of Sindh. An expert in research methodologies, he is proficient in statistical tools like SPSS and serves as an editor for several research journals. His contributions have earned him multiple awards, including the ‘Professor of Honour’ from Zhejiang Normal University, China, and the ‘Best Performance Award’ from the Consulate General of Indonesia. His research interests encompass sociology, criminology, and the social implications of technology, and he is actively involved in national and international academic organizations.

Prof. Dr. Geoffrey Rhoel C. Cruz is attached to  Mapúa University in Manila, specializing in the liberal arts since 2010. He holds a PhD in Development Studies and an MA in Development Policy from De La Salle University, where his research focused on cultural heritage, tourism development, and corporate governance. He has a diverse academic background, including a BA in Political Science from the University of Santo Tomas and a certificate in teaching from Philippine Women's University. His professional experience extends beyond academia, with roles in corporate governance, training program development, and research in various organizations. Prof. George has presented research on heritage tourism, ecological sanitation, and cultural governance at various international conferences, including DLSU Arts Congress and the ASEAN University Network Conference. His publications span journals on heritage management, education, and book reviews, with authored books and course modules on Philippine history and culture. 

Prof. Dr. Sigamani Panneer is a Professor of Public Policy at Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi. He has held key positions, including former Dean of the School of Behavioral Sciences and Coordinator of the Centre for Happiness at the Central University of Tamil Nadu. His academic credentials include multiple degrees in economics, public administration, social work, and public health, with postdoctoral training at the University of Minnesota. He has published over 100 works and led significant research projects in health, disaster management, and public-private partnerships. Prof. Panneer has also designed academic programs, mentored students, and organized international conferences and workshops. His expertise spans teaching, research, administration, project management, and leadership development. 

AP Dr. Solomon Arulraj David is an Associate Professor of Education at The British University in Dubai, with over 23 years of teaching and research experience. He holds a PhD in Education from KU Leuven, Belgium, and is rated among the top 4% of researchers in education by academia. Dr. David has published extensively with over 60 journal articles, 6 book chapters, and 2 authored books. His research focuses on comparative international higher education, education management, leadership, and policy. He has supervised numerous doctoral and master’s students and held visiting fellowships at universities in the UK and South Africa. 

Dr. Zhanar Argynbayeva is the Head of the Research Department at Narxoz University, specializing in political science with a PhD from L.N. Gumilyov Eurasian National University. She has extensive experience in academia and research, having coordinated scientific activities, managed sociological research, and contributed to strategic planning in both educational institutions and public policy organizations. Dr. Argynbayeva has also held positions as a senior lecturer and consultant, with a focus on media literacy, SMM management, and project management. She is fluent in Kazakh, Russian, and English, and has participated in several international academic programs and internships. 

Dr. Jeevani Herath is the Head of the Department of Social Science Education at the University of Colombo, Sri Lanka. She holds a PhD in Education, with research focused on the impact of capital at school and home on educational achievement. With over two decades of experience, she has taught a range of subjects including sociology of education and primary education. Dr. Herath also serves as Deputy Director at the Center for Meditation Research and has coordinated several educational projects and programs. Her research spans educational inequality, lifelong learning, and meditation's effects on success. 

Dr. Hala Kh. Arar is a passionate Assistant Professor at Hussein Technical University in Amman, Jordan, with over 13 years of experience in teaching English, creative writing, and English for Journalism. She holds a Ph.D. in Philosophy of Languages and an MA in American Studies from the University of Jordan. Dr. Arar has a deep commitment to student engagement, having founded an English club and a monthly magazine, and she has also organized charity events. She specializes in curriculum development, course planning, and online content creation, with a strong focus on innovative teaching methods. Fluent in Arabic, English, and Spanish, she thrives on bridging cultural gaps through education. 

Dr. Jacopo Castaldi is a distinguished EFL Lecturer at Canterbury Christ Church University, specializing in applied linguistics, TESOL, and multimodal discourse analysis. With a Ph.D. in Applied Linguistics, his research explores the intersection of cognitive-semiotics and ideology, particularly in media representations. Dr. Castaldi has published widely on travel documentaries and manipulation, with a focus on critical discourse analysis. He has extensive experience in teaching and supervising Ph.D. and MA students in linguistics, while also co-directing the Pre-Sessional Academic English Programme. Fluent in Italian and English, he is a recognized scholar in semiotic studies and has delivered invited talks at leading international conferences. 

Assistant Professor Dr. Aishath Shina serves as the Dean of the Kulliyah of Education at the Islamic University of Maldives. She holds a PhD in Education from the University of Brunei Darussalam, a Master’s in Educational Management from the University of Malaya, and a Bachelor of Arts in Teaching English as a Foreign Language from the Maldives National University.

With over 20 years of experience in the education sector, Dr. Shina has been a pivotal member of the senior management team at the Islamic University of Maldives. She has also held senior management positions at Jamaluddin School, Dharumavantha School, and Villa College. Her passion for teaching is evident through her extensive work in conducting professional development workshops for teachers across the capital and various islands in the Maldives.

Dr. Shina is deeply invested in research, particularly in the fields of educational management and teaching and learning. Her work has been published in reputable journals. Beyond her professional commitments, she has made significant voluntary contributions to social welfare in the Maldives. She has been actively involved with the Maldives Girl Guide Association for over 15 years, currently serving as the Littlemaids Commissioner. In recognition of her outstanding contributions to education, Dr. Shina was honored with the prestigious “Rani Award” in 2023.

Dr. Gopal Prasad Pandey is the Head and Reader of the Central Department of English Education at Tribhuvan University, Nepal. With a PhD in Applied Linguistics (2012) and an M.Phil. in English Literature (2005), Dr. Pandey has over 25 years of experience in English education. He has authored several books on English Language Teaching (ELT) and published extensively in international journals. Dr. Pandey has held key positions, including Chairperson of the Department of English Education and Editor of various academic journals. He is also a frequent keynote speaker at international conferences across Asia and Europe, contributing significantly to ELT research and teacher education. His research interests include English for Specific Purposes (ESP) and curriculum development.