Co-hosted by the Development Policy Centre and The University of the South Pacific’s School of Accounting, Finance and Economics, Pacific Update is the premier forum for discussion of economic, social, political, and environmental issues in the region.

CALL FOR PAPERS

We are inviting researchers, policymakers, and development practitioners to submit proposals/papers by Monday 3 April.

Potential topics include:

• Migration and labour mobility

• Human capital (education and health)

• Economic development and poverty reduction

• Labour markets and social protection

• Environment, natural resources, and climate change

• Gender equality and social inclusion

• Politics and governance (domestic, regional, or international)

The third day of Pacific Update will focus on research and policy developments in migration and labour mobility, within and beyond the Pacific region.

Submit your individual proposals/papers here
Submit your pre-organised panel proposals here

First round acceptance notifications will be made by Friday 21 April.
Draft program will be available from 5 May.
Registrations to attend will open 5 May.

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