ESA YP End of Year Event

Event Type: ESA Event

Date: Thursday Dec 9, 2021, 6:30 pm

Join the Victoria Branch Young Professionals Network for this end of year event, a private screening of Wall Street (1987)

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Climate Action: What do Economists think? - ONLINE ONLY

Event Type: ESA Event

Date: Monday Dec 6, 2021, 12:00 pm

From: Central Council

Climate change is arguably one of the most important and complicated economic and public policy challenges facing our generation. As NASA says, one of the complexities of climate change is that it is a global problem, felt on local scales.  The IPCC 2021 climate change report and the recent UN 26th Conference of the Parties (COP26) has served to intensify the policy debate here in Australia. In light of this, our National Women in Economics (WEN) committee has gathered together four female thought leaders and expert researchers to present their research and insights and engage in a panel discussion.  Timing of this event is AEDT (timezone converter)

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Policy at the Pub: What's the state of gender equality in Victoria? - ONLINE ONLY

Event Type: ESA Event

Date: Thursday Nov 25, 2021, 5:30 pm

The Economic Society of Australia, Victoria Branch, invites you to the upcoming Policy at the Pub event, with Leonora Risse discussing "What's the state of gender equality in Victoria?"

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2021 Ted Evans Public Policy Lecture, by Dr Martin Parkinson AC PSM - ONLINE ONLY

Event Type: ESA Event

Date: Wednesday Nov 24, 2021, 6:00 pm

From: Central Council

Navigating an Uncertain Future: Is Australia up to meeting the challenges and grasping the opportunities that await?

As Australia looks to rebuild after the health and economic devastation associated with the COVID pandemic, Martin Parkinson will explore some of the challenges and opportunities the nation will need to navigate. Note on timing: 6pm SYD/CBR/MEL/HOB, 5.30pm SA, 5pm QLD, 3pm WA

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WEN Professional Development Webinar - ONLINE ONLY

Event Type: ESA Event

Date: Monday Nov 22, 2021, 11:30 am

From: Central Council

Negotiating flexible and remote work in a COVID-19 world and beyond: What do employees and employers need to know?  The impact of the pandemic has triggered a large-scale shift in working arrangements among many professionals. Opportunities are opening up for employees to potentially negotiate new working arrangements, while at the same time, employers need to identify how to best support their employees and fulfil their organisation’s goals.

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Women in Economics Virtual Retreat 2021 - ONLINE ONLY

Event Type: ESA Event

Date: Monday Nov 15, 2021, 3:00 pm

From: Central Council

The ‘Virtual Retreat’ provides an opportunity for around 30-40 junior and mid career women economists to develop their networks, receive mentoring and strengthen their leadership and career decision making. Participants will be drawn from academia, government and the private sector.

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Early insights into gender impacts of COVID-19 - ONLINE ONLY

Event Type: ESA Event

Date: Thursday Nov 4, 2021, 12:00 pm

From: Central Council

The ACT Branch of the Women in Economics Network is pleased to host a webinar on the gender impact of COVID-19, featuring four contributors from September’s Special Issue of the Australian Journal of Labour Economics. Their research provides early analysis on some of the key economic issues arising from the COVID-19 pandemic and explores gender issues raised by the pandemic both directly in the labour market and indirectly through its effects on particular aspects of economic and social life.

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Professional Development Seminar: Productivity Commission - Modelling Working from Home - ONLINE ONLY

Event Type: ESA Event

Date: Thursday Oct 28, 2021, 12:30 pm

The COVID-19 pandemic forced many employees and firms to experiment with working from home. This demonstrated that many jobs can done effectively from home and that the number of people working from home will likely remain high relative to pre-pandemic levels. 

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Young Economists Network - Debate - ONLINE ONLY

Event Type: ESA Event

Date: Thursday Sep 16, 2021, 6:00 pm

From: Central Council

Following on from the ESA webinar 'Housing Affordability- Is the Great Australian Dream Out of Reach for Today's Young', the 2021 National Online Young Economist Network (YEN) Debate is scheduled to take place from 6pm AEST on Thursday, September 16th with the Debate topic focusing on the key question of.....

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Women's economic wellbeing in older age - ONLINE ONLY

Event Type: ESA Event

Date: Thursday Sep 9, 2021, 1:00 pm

From: Central Council

While many people assume economics is all about money and finance, economists care about principles of equality, dignity, and respect. These are values that come to fore when examining women’s economic wellbeing in older age.  This seminar will explore the emerging situation and public policy responses that can reduce the number of older women at risk of experiencing poverty, and move us closer towards a society that exemplifies the values we uphold. Growing numbers of often single older women are facing uncertain economic futures. 

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Housing affordability: is the great Australian Dream out of reach for today's young? - ONLINE ONLY

Event Type: ESA Event

Date: Tuesday Sep 7, 2021, 12:00 pm

From: Central Council

Despite a recession and a global pandemic, Australian house prices continue to reach new highs. How did we get here? Will today’s young Australians ever be able to afford to buy a house? What are the implications for economic and social outcomes? And what might be the policy changes that could make a difference? Our panel of expert economists will tackle one of the most pressing questions for Australia: how can we make houses more affordable?  Timing of this event is AEST.

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Policy at the Pub: The Life and Times of Colin Clark - ONLINE ONLY

Event Type: ESA Event

Date: Wednesday Aug 11, 2021, 5:30 pm

The Economic Society of Australia, Victoria Branch, invites you to the upcoming Policy at the Pub event, with Alex Millmow presenting on his latest book "The Gypsy Economist: The Life and Times of Colin Clark".

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Professional Development Seminar: Central Bank Communication – One Size Does Not Fit All - ONLINE ONLY

Event Type: ESA Event

Date: Wednesday Aug 4, 2021, 12:30 pm

The Economic Society of Australia, Victoria Branch, invites you to our regular Professional Development Seminar series. At this seminar John Simon and Joan Huang from the Reserve Bank of Australia will discuss their recent research analysing central bank communication.

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More than a word: How can economics contribute to Indigenous Reconciliation? - ONLINE ONLY

Event Type: ESA Event

Date: Tuesday Jul 27, 2021, 11:00 am

From: Central Council

Reconciliation Australia's theme for 2021, "More than a word", highlights the need to convert awareness into action:"For reconciliation to be effective, it must involve truth-telling, and actively address issues of inequality, systemic racism and instances where the rights of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are ignored, denied or reduced." 

This is a hybrid event which will be held in-person at Charles Darwin University as well as live-streamed via Zoom.  Please indicate how you plan to join this webinar when registering. This is a a joint event between WEN, ESA and CDU.  

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Young Professionals - Book Club

Event Type: ESA Event

Date: Thursday Jul 15, 2021, 6:00 pm

On the back of popular demand for in-person events, the ESA Young Professionals Victoria is launching a book club to connect our members and provide some networking opportunities. 

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Australian Conference of Economists (Virtual) - ONLINE ONLY

Event Type: ESA Event

Date: Monday Jul 12, 2021, 12:00 am

From: Central Council

It is our pleasure to invite you to the Australian Conference of Economists (ACE) 2021 to be held from 12 to 14 July 2021 as a fully virtual event.

National Webinar with Mr Philip Lowe, Governor, RBA - ONLINE ONLY

Event Type: ESA Event

Date: Thursday Jul 8, 2021, 12:30 pm

From: Central Council

The Labour Market and Monetary Policy

The Economic Society of Australia (Qld) invites you to an important webinar address featuring Mr Philip Lowe, Governor of the Reserve Bank of Australia.  The link and passcode to join this webinar will be sent at 5.30pm on 7 July.  Check your spam folder if it is not in your inbox.

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Policy at the Pub, Rethinking Permanent Skilled Migration after the Pandemic - ONLINE ONLY

Event Type: ESA Event

Date: Wednesday Jun 16, 2021, 5:30 pm

The Economic Society of Australia, Victoria Branch, invites you to the upcoming Policy at the Pub event, with Will Mackey presenting the Grattan Institute recent report Rethinking Permanent Skilled Migration after the Pandemic.

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What the Budget Means for Women - ONLINE ONLY

Event Type: ESA Event

Date: Monday May 17, 2021, 12:00 pm

From: Central Council

The Women in Economics Network NSW Branch invite you to join our three incredible panellists – Nicki Hutley, Danielle Wood and Danielle Woolley - as we discuss what the Federal Budget means for women. Putting a gender lens on the Budget, we will cover a range of issues including superannuation, the gender pay gap, paid parental leave, violence against women and social policy issues.  

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Population Analysis During the Pandemic - ONLINE ONLY

Event Type: ESA Event

Date: Wednesday Apr 28, 2021, 12:30 pm

The Economic Society of Australia, Victoria Branch, invites you to the first Professional Development event for 2021 with David Sykes from the Victorian Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning and Daniel Booth from the City of Melbourne. 

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Policy in the Pub: Thoughts on Australia’s Monetary-Fiscal Policy Framework - ONLINE ONLY

Event Type: ESA Event

Date: Wednesday Apr 21, 2021, 5:30 pm

The Economic Society of Australia, Victoria Branch, invites you to our first Policy at the Pub event for 2021 with Bruce Preston, Professor of Economics at the University of Melbourne.

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WEN Workshop: Writing for digital content - ONLINE ONLY

Event Type: ESA Event

Date: Thursday Apr 15, 2021, 12:30 pm

From: Central Council

Do you wish you had more opportunities to share your ideas about economics? Is there research you’ve done, a great book you recently read, or observations about the world you can offer, which could be promoted and shared via social media?  Do you possibly also wish there were more female voices in public discussions and media commentary about economic issues?  The timing of this event is 12.30pm - 2.00pm AEST.

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Trivia Night 2021

Event Type: ESA Event

Date: Thursday Mar 18, 2021, 6:00 pm

Join the ESA Young Professionals at the Imperial Hotel as we kick off 2021 with our first event – a trivia night for Melbourne’s young professional economists to reconnect after a very socially distanced 2020.

WEN Professional Development - Apply Now - ONLINE ONLY

Event Type: ESA Event

Date: Friday Mar 5, 2021, 9:00 am

From: Central Council

The Women in Economics Network is offering a professional development opportunity for members: Be heard in meetings and get your message across

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Policy Symposium: Educating the Next Generation of Economists - ONLINE ONLY

Event Type: ESA Event

Date: Tuesday Feb 9, 2021, 5:00 pm

From: Central Council

This Policy Symposium is being held as part of the 2021 Australian Gender Economics Workshop and has been made available to those that are unable to make the two-day AGEW event but would like to register to attend this symposium.

The timing of this event is 5.00pm until 6.15pm AEDT (Sydney Melbourne Canberra).

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