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National Conclave · Private & Public Organizations HR for the Greater Good

HR for the Greater Good 2.0

Reimagining HR as a driver of ethical, inclusive and sustainable impact - rooted in stakeholder capitalism and the triple bottom line of People, Planet and Profit.

Aug 31 – Sep 2, 2026 XLRI Jamshedpur Campus Register by Aug 15, 2026
HR for the Greater Good Conclave 2024 at XLRI Jamshedpur
5
Thematic Tracks
3
Days of Sessions
75+
Years of XLRI Legacy
2
Sectors: Public & Private
XLRI Jamshedpur Campus
1949 Established by the
Society of Jesus
About XLRI Jamshedpur

Pursuing excellence for the greater good

Established in 1949 by the Society of Jesus, XLRI is one of India's oldest and most respected business schools, celebrating 75 years of excellence. Guided by the Jesuit philosophy of Magis - the pursuit of excellence for the greater good - and accredited by AACSB, AMBA and EQUIS.

XLRI has established the Centre for HR Research and Studies to advance thought leadership in human resource management, convening industry, academia and policy to shape the future of responsible work.

AACSB Accredited AMBA Accredited EQUIS Accredited
Aim of the Conclave

A national platform to
reimagine HR

HR for the Greater Good Conclave 2.0 is a national platform that brings together industry leaders, policymakers, academicians, and practitioners to reimagine HR as a driver of ethical, inclusive, and sustainable impact. Rooted in stakeholder capitalism and the triple bottom line of People, Planet, and Profit, it positions HR as a strategic partner in building responsible organizations.
The conclave features keynote addresses by CHROs and policymakers, expert sessions by AI specialists and international faculty, organizational presentations across sectors, panel discussions, and participation from trade union leaders.

People

Dignity, fairness and inclusion at the heart of every workplace decision and HR practice.

Planet

Embedding sustainability and Green HRM into culture through participatory, value-driven action.

Profit

Responsible, resilient organizations built on stakeholder capitalism and the triple bottom line.

Theme & Sub-themes

Five sub-themes for sharing practice

Participating organizations are invited to share their practices and perspectives under any one of the following five sub-themes.

01

Artificial Intelligence Adoption in HR

AI is transforming recruitment, performance management and employee monitoring - creating real efficiencies while raising concerns around fairness, transparency and dignity.

  • Governing AI adoption to balance efficiency with fairness and employee agency
  • Impact of AI on the psychological contract between organizations and employees
  • Aligning AI-driven HR systems across diverse regulatory and cultural contexts
02

Impact of Labour Reforms on Labour Practices

India's evolving labour codes mark a shift from adversarial to more collaborative workplace relations - an opportunity to go beyond compliance.

  • Embedding labour reforms into participative and dignity-centred HR practices
  • New models of employee voice and representation in reformed labour contexts
  • Integrating labour reforms into governance for long-term organizational resilience
03

Environment & Sustainability: Green HRM

Sustainability goals succeed when employees are partners, not just recipients of policy. HR can embed Green HRM into culture through participatory approaches.

  • Co-creating sustainability practices with employees beyond policy directives
  • Role of leadership in translating ESG commitments into everyday behaviour
  • Measuring and sustaining the impact of Green HRM on business and environmental outcomes
04

Total Rewards & Career Management

The post-pandemic workforce seeks wellbeing, flexibility, growth and purpose alongside compensation. HR must rethink rewards and career frameworks.

  • Designing total rewards systems that balance individualization with perceived equity
  • Career management for non-linear, hybrid and AI-impacted career trajectories
  • Addressing mental health, reskilling needs and work-life balance in reward frameworks
05

Digital Transformation of Business and HR/IR Processes

Digitalization reshapes how organizations operate and how HR functions - bringing agility and efficiency while disrupting established work practices and employment relationships.

  • Aligning digital HR initiatives with business strategy and workforce capability
  • Impact of digital technologies on employee experience and organizational culture
  • How digital transformation alters employment relationships and IR practices
Conclave Schedule

Three days of leadership & learning

Day 1 - August 31
Thought Leadership
Context Setting
  • Inaugural session and institutional welcome
  • Keynote addresses by CHROs, industry leaders and management consultants
  • Expert sessions by international faculty (virtual)
  • Thematic introductions and framing of all five sub-themes
Day 2 - September 1
Presentations
& Panel Discussions
  • Parallel organizational presentations across sub-theme tracks
  • Interactive panel discussions with industry leaders, policymakers and experts
  • Expert talks by AI specialists and technology practitioners
Day 3 - September 2
Final Round
& Valedictory
  • Final-round organizational presentations
  • Evaluation by a jury of two XLRI faculty members and one industry expert
  • Valedictory session, award distribution and closing
Participation Guidelines

How organizations take part

Sessions combine presentations, expert dialogues and peer discussions for meaningful cross-sector learning.

Presentations

  • Each organization delivers a 15-minute PowerPoint on any one sub-theme
  • Cover the practice/initiative, implementation approach and measurable impact
  • White papers from practitioners and doctoral scholars are also invited

Panel & Parallel Sessions

  • Interactive panel discussions with industry and policy experts
  • Parallel tracks by sub-theme for focused peer learning and exchange
  • Expert talks by AI specialists and technology innovators

Participant Requirements

  • Each organization may nominate up to three representatives
  • At least one participant must be a Senior HR Manager or L&D Head
  • Maximum five participants per organization
Recognition & Evaluation

A structured three-stage process

Identifying and recognizing organizations demonstrating outstanding HR practices for the greater good.

01

Pre-Conclave Survey

Participants complete a survey on their HR practices. The team also conducts brief interactions to understand organizational practices in depth.

02

Presentations

Organizations deliver 15-minute presentations evaluated on innovation, impact and alignment with the theme of the greater good.

03

Awards

Winners are selected by expert evaluators across each sub-theme category, based on the survey, interactions and presentations.

4P Evaluation Framework

P
Perception of the Policy

How the HR practice is experienced by employees and stakeholders.

P
The Actual Policy

The formal policy design and its documentation.

P
Presentation

The quality and clarity of the organizational presentation at the conclave.

P
Panel & Peer Review

Inputs and feedback from the panel, fellow participants and the audience.

Registration

Reserve your organization's place

Registration is open from June 5, 2026. Secure your spot before the August 15, 2026 deadline.

  • Complimentary accommodation and all meals for the full duration
  • Access to all keynotes, panels, expert talks and presentations
  • Eligibility for sub-theme awards and recognition

Note: Travel to and from Jamshedpur is to be arranged and borne by the participants.

Participation Fee

Base Registration Up to 3 participants ₹35,000 + 18% GST
Additional Participant 4th & 5th - per person ₹15,000 + 18% GST
Maximum Participants Per organization 5
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Key Dates

Mark your calendar

Registration Starts
June 5, 2026
Registration Ends
August 15, 2026
Conclave Dates
Aug 31 – Sep 2, 2026
Venue
XLRI Jamshedpur
Organizing Committee

The team behind the conclave

The people steering HR for the Greater Good Conclave 2.0 - across faculty, student coordinators and staff.

Ready to showcase HR for the Greater Good?

Join industry leaders, policymakers and practitioners at XLRI Jamshedpur, August 31 – September 2, 2026.

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