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ITFP-GH International Conference 2026
The Institute of Textiles and Fashion Professionals - Ghana is excited to announce a call for abstracts for our upcoming International Conference.
The ITFP-GH International Conference brings together academics, researchers, practitioners and industry partners to explore the intersection of global trends, local impacts and emerging areas within the fashion and textiles industry.
The conference serves as a platform for exchanging ideas, presenting the latest developments and trends, proposing new solutions, promoting international collaborations, and networking. The last ITFP-GH International Conference was hosted by Takoradi Technical University, Takoradi, Ghana.
This year’s event, Cape Coast Technical University and University of Cape Coast, will host the ITFP-GH International Conference 2026, on September 9-11, 2026.
IMPORTANT DATES (Submissions OPENED)
Deadline for Abstract Submissions: July 30 2026
Communication of Acceptance: On a rolling basis
Deadline for Full Paper Submissions: June 25 2026
Deadline for Registration: 30 August 2026
Publication of Special Issue: 10 September 2026
MODE
Hybrid (In-person or online)
CONFERENCE FOCUS AREAS
Authors are welcome to submit their abstracts and full papers under the Nine (9) different focus areas for the ITFP-GH International Conference 2025.
Smart and intelligent textiles
Textile-based sensors
Artificial Intelligence (AI) in textile and clothing
Ethical Textile/Fashion
Labour rights and fair wages
Ethical sourcing of materials
Innovation in ethical practices
Consumer rights and protection
Environmental responsibility
Management, retailing and supply chain
Textile economy
Textile supply chain management
Management and retailing in the textile and fashion industry
Family and consumer science
Consumer behaviour and attitudes
Cultural and social influences
Materials, Testing and Finishing
Textile finishing and production technologies
Innovation in materials for textiles and fashion practice
Test Methods and Standardization
Strategies to improve reliability
Fashion and Textile design
craft, history, and cultural theory
design thinking & considerations, innovative solutions, co-creation
Circularity and Sustainability
Circular economy
Life cycle analysis
Sustainable material innovations
Sustainable practices
Fashion and Textiles Education
Curriculum development
Emerging teaching methodologies
Industry-Academia collaboration
Skills Development and Training
Special Track on Design, Craft and Art
Ethics and AI in human-centred design and craft
Design and craft innovations
Sustainable practices and policies
Psychology, education, and pedagogy
Culture and heritage preservation
Design, Power, and Social Justice
Philosophy, Theory, and Methodology in Design and Craft Research
AUTHOR GUIDELINES
All selected full papers will be published in a special issue in all four journals. Follow the author guidelines in preparing and submitting abstracts and full papers for ITFP-GH IC 2026.
Please click to download the AUTHOR GUIDELINES
SUBMISSION GUIDELINES
Abstracts should be no more than 300 words and must include the title of the presentation, author(s) names, affiliations, and contact details. Please use the template to prepare your submission. Alternatively, full papers (above 6000 words) should be prepared using the template herein.
Please click to download the Abstract template ITFP-GH IC 2026
Please click to download the Full paper template ITFP-GH IC 2026
All abstracts and full papers will undergo a double-blind peer-review process. The conference accepts only original and unpublished work. Any abstract identical or substantially similar to work already published or under review for another conference or publication will not be considered.
* If your abstract is accepted, at least one of the authors should register for the conference as the presenting author to deliver the abstract orally.
WHERE TO SUBMIT
Once you have your abstract and full paper ready, as prepared according to the guidelines and template, submit the files through the Microsoft Conference Management System (CMT).
Click on the CMT submission link (coming soon) below to submit your documents.
PUBLISHING OPPORTUNITY
Conference proceedings (Book of Abstracts) will be published on the ITFP-GH conference website. Accepted full-text manuscripts from the conference will be published as a special issue by all four journals operated by the Institute of Textiles and Fashion Professionals – Ghana (ITFP-GH);
− Fashion and Textiles Review (FTR),
− Journal of Sustainable Transitions (JST),
− Journal of Sustainable Fashion Business (JSFB) and
− Journal of Design and Craft Studies (JDCS)
All accepted presenters (poster and oral) are thus strongly encouraged to submit a full paper for the Special Issue. The scientific committee will recommend selected papers for publication in the respective journals' special issues.
CONFERENCE FEES
ITFP-GH Members in Good Standing - GH₵ 700
Non-Members (also includes all African presenters) - GH₵ 800
Students (Undergraduate students) - GH₵ 300
International Participants - USD $50 (not publishing in the Special Issue)
International Participants - Free (foreign authors presenting online and publishing in the Special Issue)*
*Note: Full text papers must be selected by the scientific committee, hence authors are advised to submit abstracts and papers on-time.
ACCOMMODATION
Cape Coast is a busy city with many hotels to suit visitors on a range of budgets. Details on accommodation close to the campus will be updated soon.
WHY ATTEND?
· Network with Experts: Connect with leading professionals and researchers in the fashion and textile industry.
· Showcase Your Research: Present your work to an international audience and receive valuable feedback.
· Stay Informed: Learn about the latest trends, technologies, and practices in fashion and textiles.
Join us in shaping the future of fashion and textiles!
SPEAKERS
We will announce the Speakers for the ITFP-GH Conference 2026 soon.
CONFERENCE ORGANISING COMMITTEE
Prof. Richard Acquaye – Takoradi Technical University, Takoradi – Ghana
Prof. Ebenezer Kofi Howard – Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, Kumasi – Ghana
Prof Sophia Panarkie Pardie – Cape Coast Technical University, Cape Coast – Ghana
Dr. Ninette A. Appiah – Akenten Appiah-Menka University of Skills Training and Entrepreneurial Development, Kumasi – Ghana
Dr. Benjamin Tawiah – Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, Kumasi – Ghana
Dr. Solomon Marfo Ayesu – Kumasi Technical University, Kumasi – Ghana
Dr. Moses Akrofi – Takoradi Technical University, Takoradi – Ghana
Dr. Isaac Abraham – Akenten Appiah-Menka University of Skills Training and Entrepreneurial Development, Kumasi – Ghana
Dr. Raphael Kanyire Seidu – The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hong Kong SAR
Mr. George Kwame Fobiri – Kumasi Technical University, Kumasi - Ghana
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