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SUMMARY:7th Africa Young Scholars Workshop 2025
DESCRIPTION:The YSI Cooperative WG in collaboration with the Urban and Regional Economics WG are pleased to announce the 7th Africa Young Scholars Workshop on Co-operatives 2025\, which will be held alongside The Co-operative University of Kenya’s (CUK) 8th Annual International Conference organized in collaboration with the Moshi Co-operative University (MoCu). The workshop will take place from 22nd – 24th July 2025 in Naivasha town\, Kenya. \nWe anticipate the participation of approximately 10 Young Scholars\, partially sponsored by the Young Scholars Initiative to attend the workshop physically in Naivasha\, Kenya. To enrich the workshop experience\, we plan to invite two (2) local mentors from the CUK and MoCu  fraternity to the physical event. \nWe encourage young scholars to submit their research papers and abstracts aligned with workshop theme\, “Re-Imagining the Role of Cooperatives in Sustainable Development in Africa” \nThe following are the subthemes; \n\nThe Cooperative Business Model for a Sustainable Regional Economy: We are looking for abstracts and presentations on topics including the economic sustainability of various cooperative models\, social inclusivity\, environmental stewardship\, regional specificity\, and the sharing of innovations and best practices in member engagement\, service delivery\, and technology adoption to foster resilient urban and regional economies.\nThe Role of Housing Cooperatives in Shaping Sustainable and Inclusive Cities: We are looking for abstracts and presentations on topics including affordable housing access through cooperative frameworks\, social inclusion via resident participation\, building social capital\, integrating green building practices\, addressing housing crises\, enhancing resilience to economic and environmental shocks through cooperative structures and mutual aid\, and identifying enabling policies for scaling successful cooperative housing models.\nHarnessing Innovation and Technology in Cooperative Sectors for Urban and Regional Economic Growth: We are looking for abstracts and presentations on topics including digital transformation via platforms for member management\, mobile technology\, data analytics\, and cybersecurity; innovative business models such as new cooperative structures\, social entrepreneurship\, and hybrid organizational forms; and technological advancements in sectors like agriculture\, transport\, energy\, and finance (FinTech) within cooperative frameworks to drive sustainable development.\nPolicy\, Partnerships\, and Governance for Promoting Sustainable Cooperative-led Urban and Regional Development: We are looking for abstracts and presentations on topics including evaluating the effectiveness of existing policy and legal frameworks\, fostering partnerships among cooperatives\, governments\, NGOs\, the private sector\, and international organizations; establishing effective governance practices; integrating sustainability principles into cooperative policies; and creating an enabling environment through access to finance\, capacity building\, and public awareness campaigns.\nEmpowering Youth and Future Generations through Cooperative Entrepreneurship for Urban and Regional Sustainability: We are looking for abstracts and presentations on topics including strategies to attract and engage youth in cooperative initiatives\, support for youth-led cooperative ventures\, fostering intergenerational collaboration and knowledge transfer\, positioning youth as drivers of innovation within the cooperative movement\, and exploring future trends and opportunities for youth within urban and regional economic development.\nCooperative Finance as a Catalyst for Sustainable and Equitable Economic Growth: We are looking for abstracts and presentations on topics including financial inclusion via savings and credit cooperatives (SACCOs) and other financial cooperatives\, innovative financing models beyond traditional loans\, impact investing by cooperative financial institutions in sustainable projects\, the role of cooperative banking in funding green initiatives\, and expanding access to finance for underserved urban and regional communities.
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SUMMARY:Monsoon School on Inequality 2025
DESCRIPTION:Overview\nThe Monsoon School on Inequality\, set to be one of the highlight events of the Inequality Working Group (IWG) of the Young Scholars Initiative (YSI) for 2025\, is a gathering designed to address discussions and research on socio-economic and educational disparities in India through a series of engaging and insightful activities. The first edition of the school was held from July 20 to July 22\, 2024\, at the green and beautiful campus of the Centre for Development Studies\, Trivandrum. The Monsoon School 2024 provided a platform for young scholars\, particularly undergraduates\, masters\, and beginner-level PhD students\, to engage with and understand the complexities of economic inequality from various academic perspectives and real-world applications. \nMonsoon School on Inequality 2025\nThe Inequality Working Group (IWG) at YSI invites applications for the second edition of the Monsoon School on Inequality\, an event that aims at fostering dialogue and collaboration among scholars engaged in the study of socio-economic and educational disparities in India. \nThe focus of this year’s monsoon school is on pluralistic approaches to research on inequality\, bringing together perspectives from varied streams of economic thought. It will provide an interactive platform for advanced-level PhD students\, postdoctoral researchers\, and scholars affiliated with Indian research institutes to engage with diverse concepts\, debates\, and methodologies related to inequality. \nThemes and Sessions \nMajor themes covered\, but not limited to: \n1. Economic Inequality and its measures \n\nIncome and wealth disparities.\nLabor market inequality and wage gaps.\nDiverse measures to estimate inequality: Data Sources and Indices\nMeasures of intergroup and intragroup inequality.\nLinkages between governance\, institutions\, and economic inequality.\n\n2. Social Mobility and equal opportunities \n\nDisparities in access to education and healthcare.\nInequality of opportunity and its economic impact.\nSocial determinants of health and educational inequality.\nSocial mobility and intergenerational inequality.\nAffirmative action and its impact on intergenerational mobility.\nSocial mobility across caste\, gender\, and religion.\n\n3. Environment\, Climate Change and Inequality \n\nDistributional impacts of climate change on vulnerable groups.\nEnergy markets\, carbon pricing\, and taxation.\nInequality in contributions to and consequences of environmental degradation.\nFinancing climate adaptation and inequality.\n\n4. Economic Growth\, Government Policy and Inequality \n\nTaxation\, redistribution\, and fiscal policies addressing inequality.\nTrade\, investment\, and their implications for inequality and poverty.\nRole of global supply chains in wage disparities.\nStructural change and unequal effects in development.\nMigration and its effect on sending and receiving economies.\n\nAdditional Activities: \n\nMentorship Session: Young scholars will have the opportunity to present their research with allocated mentoring groups.\nYSI Session: An introduction to the activities and opportunities provided by the Young Scholars Initiative (YSI).\n\nEligibility Criteria \nTarget Audience: \n\nAdvanced PhD students (those completed with academic coursework) or early career researchers affiliated with Indian universities or research institutes.\nScholars enrolled in advanced graduate programs or working as research associates.\nWe welcome applicants from all fields in the social sciences; however\, preference will be given to those with some background in economics\n\nApplication Requirements: \n\nSubmission of an extended abstract showcasing original and high-quality research on inequality.\nActive interest in pluralistic and interdisciplinary approaches to studying inequality.\n\nApplication Process\nApplication Package: \n\nCurriculum Vitae (CV): Include academic qualifications\, research experience\, and key publications (if any).\nExtended Abstract: Up to 1\,000 words providing a detailed overview\, including research objectives\, theoretical framework\, methodology\, preliminary results\, and implications.\nStatement of Interest (500 words): Explain your motivation for participating\, the relevance of your research to inequality\, and how you would contribute to discussions at the school.\n\nSubmission Instructions:\nA. Extended Abstract\nLength: 500 to 1000 words\nContent: A concise summary of the research\, including the objective\, methodology\, key findings\, and relevance to inequality research. \nB. Full Paper\nLength: Maximum of 4\,000 to 6\,000 words (excluding references and tables). \nThe paper should provide detailed information on: \n\nBackground of the study.\nTheoretical considerations/assumptions.\nResearch questions.\nMethodology.\nNature of evidence.\nConclusions and implications.\nKeywords: Include 4-5 keywords.\n\nOriginality: Papers must be the original work of the scholars. All submissions will be checked for originality using one of the plagiarism detection tools. \nC. Formatting Guidelines \n\nFont: Times New Roman\, size 12 for regular text and bold for headings.\nSpacing: 1.15 line spacing.\nAlignment: Justified.\nFile Format: All submissions must be in PDF format.\nFile Naming: Use the title of the paper as the filename. The author’s name or affiliation must not be mentioned anywhere in the paper to ensure anonymity during the review process.\n\nD. Extended Working Paper Submission and Final Selection \n\nShortlisted applicants will be invited to submit a full working paper (4\,000 to 6\,000 words) ahead of the school.\nFinal selection will be based on the quality of the extended working paper. Only those whose papers meet the required standards will be selected to attend the school.\nThe decision of the organizing committee will be final and binding.\n\nFinancial Support:\nSelected scholars will be provided accommodation on a sharing basis and a travel stipend equivalent to a III-tier AC train (excluding Rajadhani\, Duronto\, Vande Bharat\, and other premium or dynamic pricing trains). Tickets and proof of travel should be shared with us for reimbursement. Scholars who can cover the travel cost of their own are also encouraged to apply (accommodation will be covered). \nTentative Deadlines:\nCall for Applications Open: February 25\, 2025\nDeadline for Submission of Abstract/Extended Abstract and Application Materials: March 20\, 2025\nExtended Deadline for submission: March 31\, 2025\nInitial Decisions made between: April 21 and 25\, 2025\nDeadline for Submission of Full Working Papers (for Shortlisted Applicants): May 15\, 2025\nFinal Selection Announcement: June 1\, 2025\nMonsoon School: July 24–26\, 2025 \nHost and Collaboration \nThis special event organized by IWG-YSI will be hosted at the Centre for Development Studies (CDS)\, Thiruvananthapuram Campus\, with the institution providing logistical support\, accommodation for attendees\, and other support. Jointly supported by the Institute for New Economic Thinking (INET) and Economiga (the local organizer) in organizing this event.   \nOrganizing Team \n\nProf C Veeramani                                                                 Director\, CDS\, Thiruvananthapuram\nSunanda Nair-Bidkar                                                          Director\, South Asia\, INET\nProf Thiagu Ranganathan                                                   Professor\, CDS\, Thiruvananthapuram\nNandu Sasidharan                                                               Coordinator\,  YSI-INET\nNaveen Hari                                                                          Organiser\, YSI-INET\nDr. Arun Balachandran                                                        Organiser\, YSI-INET\nAlan Seemon                                                                         Co-founder\, Economiga\nGayathri P                                                                              Research Scholar\, CDS Thiruvananthapuram\n\n 
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SUMMARY:Stablecoins Uncovered: Regulation\, Innovation\, Evidence\, and the Future of Digital Money
DESCRIPTION:An exclusive interview series dedicated to exploring the dynamic world of stablecoins and their transformative impact on finance. This series delves deep into the latest policy changes\, groundbreaking innovations\, and evidence shaping the future of digital money. Discussions center on stablecoins—what they are\, how they work\, and why they matter for the evolving financial landscape. \nThe series is thrilled to bring audiences conversations with leading experts\, forward-thinking developers\, influential policymakers\, and insightful academicians—all at the forefront of stablecoin technology and regulation. Each episode uncovers truths\, challenges assumptions\, and presents real-world evidence as it charts the way forward for stablecoins and related financial innovations. \nWhether listeners are professionals in the field\, curious observers\, or passionate about the future of finance\, this series is designed to be engaging\, informative\, and welcoming. Audiences are invited to join as the series connects with visionaries shaping the future of digital money\, and to discover the opportunities and challenges that lie ahead in this exciting sector.
URL:https://heske.wisdmlabs.net/event/stablecoins-uncovered-regulation-innovation-evidence-and-the-future-of-digital-money/2025-07-24/
CATEGORIES:A series of zooms
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