Q&A and Workshop event: Credible Economist Writing Competition - ONLINE ONLY

Event Type: ESA Event

Date: Wednesday Feb 23, 2022, 10:00 am

From: Central Council

NSW WEN recently announced the inaugural writing competition as part of the Credible Economist series. Selected articles that best fit the evaluation criteria will receive prizes of up to $750. Submissions close on 1 April 2022.

To assist applicants in preparing submissions, NSW WEN will be holding a Q&A and workshop event.

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Young Professionals - Book Club

Event Type: ESA Event

Date: Thursday Feb 17, 2022, 6:00 pm

The Economic Society of Australia, Victoria’s Young Professional Network, invites you to our upcoming monthly book club event.

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VIRTUAL - 5th Annual Australian Gender Economics Workshop (AGEW 2022) - ONLINE ONLY

Event Type: ESA Event

Date: Thursday Feb 10, 2022, 8:00 am

From: Central Council

Virtual attendance via Zoom - register here for the 5th annual Australian Gender Economics Workshop (AGEW2022), hosted by the Australian National University (ANU) and the Women in Economics Network (WEN). 

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VIRTUAL COURSE - Women's labour market, institutions and social norms - ONLINE ONLY

Event Type: ESA Event

Date: Wednesday Feb 9, 2022, 9:00 am

From: Central Council

As part of the forthcoming Australian Gender Economics Workshop 2022, one of the keynote speakers, Professor Núria Rodríguez – Planas, from the City University of New York, Queens College, will give a 3 hour virtual course, via Zoom, on “Women’s Labour Market, Institutions and Social Norms.”

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Annual ESA National Awards and Prizes 2021 - ONLINE ONLY

Event Type: ESA Event

Date: Friday Jan 28, 2022, 12:30 pm

From: Central Council

Join ESA President, Danielle Wood, in a short online ceremony for the presentation of the 2021 Annual Economic Society Awards.

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Annual General Meeting

Event Type: ESA Event

Date: Wednesday Dec 15, 2021, 4:30 pm

After two years of working from home and online webinars, the Economic Society is looking forward to getting together in person, and promoting connection among our members and those interested in contemporary economic issues and debate.

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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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