We invite papers that address the changing nature of the Nordic welfare states and other European countries in the wake of the COVID‐19 pandemic (as an external shock) or in response to other structural and institutional changes. Both quantitative and qualitative investigations and studies...

The aim of this workshop is to bring together national and international researchers and policy makers interested in a dialogue on issues relating to the economics of health, inequality and behaviour across developed and developing countries. It will be an opportunity for delegates to share and...

Conference discussion will be organised around the following themes: Poverty, welfare and social inequality; Communities, families and children; Digital technologies and social policy; Environment and social policy; Disability and rights; Human services; Ageing; Health and social policy;...

The 17th annual ESPAnet conference in Stockholm will increase the interest to bridge research on migration, social protection and European welfare states, thus creating a solid foundation for evidence-based policymaking, not only in Sweden but also internationally. Topics: European refugee...

Topics: - Fiscal implications of alternative retirement income policy designs - Fiscal implications of alternative health policy designs - Implications of retirement age adjustment - Health policy and labour force participation - Life cycle analysis focused on health, ageing and retirement -...

The theme for the 21st Uddevalla Symposium seeks new perspectives on innovation and entrepreneurship. Topics: - Firm growth and new determinants - Regional growth and regional challenges - Minorities, inclusion and discrimination - Gender issues - Geographies of innovation, resources and...

The conference will provide a robust but relaxed forum for researchers and policy makers to come together and discuss issues related to the design, financing, delivery and impact of social security. Topics. - Child Poverty and Public Policy in Anglo-Saxon Countries: - Intra-Household Allocation...

Conference Programme: Thursday 16th March. Day 1: Inequality and Living Standards in the Long Run. Friday 17th March. Day 2: Inequality and Living Standards (mainly) in Australia.

The ANZTSR 2016 conference will attract academics, policymakers and those that work for – or in – the social economy in Australia, New Zealand and the region. We will discuss key questions such as: how can management contribute to society and the environment in innovative and sustainable...