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SUMMARY:ICPAK 7TH RESEARCH CONFERENCE 2026 (virtual option)
DESCRIPTION:THE INSTITUTE OF CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS OF KENYA\n(Established under the Accountants Act\, Laws of Kenya) \nICPAK 7TH RESEARCH CONFERENCE 2026\nTheme:  Advancing Sustainability and Innovation through Accountancy Research \nDate: 12th-14th August 2026\nTime: 09.00am-03.30pm\nVenue: Virtual Delivery \nINTRODUCTION \nThe 7th ICPAK Research Conference\, themed “Advancing Sustainability and Innovation Through Accountancy Research\,”\, seeks to bring together practitioners\, academics\, policymakers\, regulators\, researchers\, and industry stakeholders to explore how accountancy research can advance sustainability and innovation. \nGlobally\, integrating sustainability into business strategy and financial decisions has become essential to achieving long-term growth. The United Nations Sustainable Development Goals\, the Paris Agreement on Climate Change\, and Kenya’s development frameworks\, including Vision 2030 and the Bottom-Up Economic Transformation Agenda\, emphasize the need to balance economic growth with ESG responsibility. \nDespite the existence of these frameworks\, empirical studies show that while there has been increased adoption of sustainability and ESG reporting\, their integration into financial management and reporting remains limited. Many institutions continue to approach sustainability and innovation as separate functions\, resulting in inconsistent application in business and public sector decision-making. \nAt the same time\, developments in artificial intelligence and financial technology are redefining how performance is measured and value is reported. However\, the accountancy profession faces the challenge of adapting to technological change while ensuring that ethical and sustainability-driven practices remain central to financial management. \nThe 7th Research Conference\, therefore\, seeks to address this gap by providing a platform for the sharing of research findings and emerging trends to strengthen sustainability and shape the future of the accountancy profession in Kenya and beyond. \n\nRATIONALE\n\nThe rationale for the conference is grounded in key global and national developments\, outlined as follows: \n\nInternational reporting standards such as IFRS S1 and S2 have highlighted the need for reliable and comparable disclosures. Accountancy research on these areas can strengthen sustainability and integrated reporting and improve investor and stakeholder confidence.\nEconomies are facing increasing risks from climate-related risks such as droughts and floods\, which pose a threat to economic growth and stability. Accountancy research can illuminate best practices and develop frameworks for climate financial management.\nEmerging technologies such as AI\, blockchain\, big data analytics\, and fintech are transforming financial management\, auditing\, and reporting. Although these tools enhance efficiency\, they also raise important ethical governance and data protection concerns that require more research and policy alignment.\nKenya’s transition to accrual-based public sector accounting and ongoing reforms present opportunities to improve accountability and fiscal sustainability. Accountancy research can assess the impact of these reforms\, identify implementation gaps\, and propose strategies to enhance public sector governance.\n\n\nSUB-THEMES OF THE 7TH RESEARCH CONFERENCE\n\nThe conference will focus on five key thematic areas: \n\nAccounting and Financial Reporting\nTaxation and Public Finance Management\nInnovation and Digital Transformation\nRisk Analysis and Financial Management\nAccountability and Auditing\n\n\nSUBMISSIONS OF ABSTRACTS AND PAPERS\n\nThe Institute invites submission of abstracts and papers from researchers in the following accountancy-related thematic areas; \n\n\n\nS/N\nThematic Area \nSub-Topics  \n \n\n\n\n\n1.    \nAccounting and Financial Reporting \n \n\n\nIntegrated and ESG reporting frameworks (IFRS S1 & S2)\nMeasurement and disclosure of environmental\, social\, and governance (ESG) performance\nAccounting for carbon credits\, natural capital\, and environmental assets\nEnhancing credibility and assurance in non-financial reporting\nThe evolving role of accountants in organizational transformation\n\n\n\n\n2.    \nTaxation and Public Finance Management \n \n\n\nGreen taxation\nIntegrating ESG principles into budgeting and fiscal policy\nPublic sector accountability for achieving development goals\nFinancing climate adaptation\nEconomic implications of carbon pricing and non-financial disclosures\n\n\n\n\n3.    \nInnovation and Digital Transformation\n\n\nDigital platforms for integrated and ESG reporting\nLeveraging AI\, big data\, and blockchain for transparency\nFintech innovations\nData analytics in tracking resource efficiency and performance metrics\nCybersecurity and ethics in digital reporting systems\n\n\n\n\n4.    \nRisk Analysis and Financial Management\n\n\nGreen bonds\, impact investing\, and responsible financing instruments\nClimate-related and ESG risk assessment and disclosure\nIntegrating non-financial factors into capital allocation and decision-making\nManaging risks in evolving business models\nLong-term value creation and performance measurement frameworks\n\n\n\n\n5.    \nAccountability and Auditing \n \n\n\nAuditing of ESG reports\nThe auditor’s role in promoting transparency and ethical conduct\nCombating greenwashing through reporting and verification\nGovernance mechanisms supporting responsible business practices\nEmerging audit methodologies for environmental and social disclosures\n\n \n\n\n\n\nIMPORTANT DATES\n\nResearchers interested in presenting papers should use the link provided and the attached Submission of Instructions Form on the dates specified below: \n\nExpression of interest: 27th February 2026\nDeadline for submission of abstracts: 15th May 2026\nNotification of acceptance of abstracts 6th June 2026\nDeadline for submission of full papers: 30th June 2026\nNotification of acceptance of paper: 14th July 2026\nPresentation of Papers at 7th Research Conference: 12th – 14th August 2026\n\n\nSUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS\n\n\nResearchers interested in presenting at the conference should submit an expression of interest on or before 20th March 2026 at xxxxxxxxxxxxxx\nSubmissions should be in English and should be sent electronically to research@icpak.com. All enquiries should be channeled to the email above.\nOnly full papers\, including an abstract of no more than 300 words\, will be considered. Authors’ names and details (affiliations and addresses\, including that of co-authors)\, and email address of the corresponding author should appear on a separate cover page. By submitting a paper\, you agree that\, if the paper is accepted\, you or one of your co-authors undertakes to present it during the conference. In addition\, one author should not be listed as a presenter for more than two submissions.\nRegular research papers\, case study papers\, empirical evaluation papers and regular tool papers of max 25 pages\, tool demonstration papers of max 6 pages + mandatory appendix of maximum 6 pages\nAll accepted papers will appear in the proceedings and have presentations during the conference. A condition of submission is that\, if the submission is accepted\, one of the authors attends the conference to give the presentation.\nSubmitted papers must be in English\, presenting original research. They must be unpublished and not submitted for publication elsewhere. Simultaneous submission of the same contribution to multiple conferences is forbidden.\nSubmissions must follow international formatting guidelines and be submitted electronically in word. Submissions not adhering to the specified format and length may be rejected immediately.\n\n\nASSESSMENT CRITERION\n\nFull papers will be assessed on the following parameters among others; \n  \n\n\n\nPurpose of the paper\nReasons or aims for writing the paper\n\n\nTheme\nHow the paper relates to the conference theme\n\n\nDesign/methodology/ approach\nResearch methodology and design were utilized conforming to international standards\n\n\nFindings\nThe findings of the paper\, analysis\, discussions\, results and recommendations thereof\n\n\nResearch limitations/ implications (if applicable)\nInclude any identified limitations and suggestions for future research\n\n\nThe value of the paper and its applicability\nNew findings and contributions of the paper to the body of knowledge\n\n\n\n\nBENEFITS\n\nThe following are some of the benefits of attending the 7th Research Conference 2026 \n\nResearch Insights on Current Sustainability Challenges\n\nDelegates will gain valuable insights from research focused on tackling sustainability challenges. The conference will present evidence-based recommendations on leveraging innovation and sustainable practices to strengthen accountability and drive value creation in both private and public sectors. \n\nProfessional Growth and Knowledge Sharing\n\nDelegates will exchange ideas\, share experiences\, and explore strategies that advance accounting practices\, sustainability reporting\, and innovative financial management\, enhancing their capacity to respond to emerging trends. \n\nExposure to Innovative Solutions\n\nThe research conference will highlight solutions such as AI\, blockchain\, big data analytics\, and fintech applications that can improve decision-making\, optimize financial processes\, and promote sustainable organizational performance \n\nNetworking Opportunities\nEngage with thought leaders\, policymakers\, and professionals across various sectors of the economy. The research conference provides a platform for participants to share experiences\, exchange ideas\, and build relationships that can support career growth and collaborative initiatives.\n\nTARGET AUDIENCE \nThis training will be useful to professional Accountants and professionals from the Public Sector.  \n CONTINUOUS PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT UNITS (CPD UNITS): \nMembers of ICPAK and reciprocating professional bodies will be awarded 20 Structured CPD Units upon successful completion of the virtual symposium. \nFINANCIAL COMMITMENT: \n\n\n\nCategory\nCharges Physical \nVirtual \n\n\nAssociate Members\nKes 40\,000 per Delegate\nKes. 15\,000\n\n\nFull Members\nKes. 45\,000 per Delegate\nKes. 15\,000\n\n\nNon-Member\nKes. 50\,000 per Delegate\nKes. 15\,000\n\n\n\nONLINE BOOKING \nRegistration: Delegates are reminded to note that online booking for the workshop is mandatory on https://www.icpak.com/event-registration/Online Booking \nWe call on interested participants to note that booking for the event is available online at www.icpak.com  and will close two hours before the training session. \nNATIONAL INDUSTRIAL TRAINING AUTHORITY (NITA) REIMBURSEMENT \nThe Institute is registered as a trainer with National Industrial Training Authority. The Institute’s registration number is DIT/TRN/47. Participants who are registered levy contributors should apply to NITA for reimbursement of their fees. Please note that this is applicable for Kenyan citizens only and subject to NITA regulations. Remember that to qualify you should apply to NITA for approval prior to the date of the conference. Further details can be obtained from their website (www.nita.go.ke) \nFurther requests can be channeled to us via telephone calls on +254 719 074 000\, or via email to marketing@icpak.com
URL:https://www.icpak.com/event/icpak-7th-research-conference-2026-virtual-option/
LOCATION:Virtual Delivery
CATEGORIES:Local Seminars,Virtual Symposiums
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