The Department of Economics in collaboration with the Quantitative and Analytical Political Economy Research Centre (QAPEC) and the Wellbeing, Equality, Diversity, and Gender Group (WEDGG) is delighted to welcome Professor Paola Profeta, Pro-Vice Chancellor for Diversity, Inclusion and Sustainability at Bocconi University, to give a guest lecture.

'Advancing Equality and Inclusion in a Diverse World'.

Diversity is a fact. Inclusion is a choice. In spite of its growing importance in organisations, many obstacles still prevent individuals to reach their fullest potential, to develop their sense of belonging and fully contribute to the organisation. There are several reasons why the practice of inclusion is today a strategic goal for firms and organisations, not only related to equality but also to efficiency outcomes. This session will present some data of scenario and examples related to gender equality and women's empowerment, with a focus on academia.

Date: Thursday 24 October
Time: 1.00-2.00pm
Location: A0.23, Social Sciences

This event is for students and staff only and registration is required in order to attend.

Dr Michela Redoano will introduce the speaker and chair the event. You will have the opportunity to ask questions in a Q&A at the end of the lecture. This will then be followed by an opportunity to network with colleagues and Paola over a light lunch

About the Speaker

Professor Paola Profeta holds the position of Pro-Vice Chancellor for Diversity, Inclusion and Sustainability and is a Full Professor of Economics at Bocconi University. She is actively involved in various organisations, including the International Institute of Public Finance, the Women in Economics Committee of the European Economic Association, CHILD (Collegio Carlo Alberto), and CESifo. Additionally, she serves as a scientific advisor of UniCredit Foundation and is part of the editorial boards of several reputable journals such as International Tax and Public Finance, European Journal of Political Economy, CESifo Economic Studies, and Economics.

Professor Profeta was President of the European Public Choice Society and a member of the Board of the Italian Society of Public Economics. She collaborates with the Italian Minister of Equal Opportunities in several committees and was the Italian representative at the Expert forum of the European Institute for Gender Equality (EIGE). Paola writes editorials for "Il Sole 24 Ore" and "Corriere della Sera" and is the scientific advisor of several associations for the promotion of gender equality and women's empowerment.

Registration

Registration is mandatory and please only register if you are going to attend, as spaces are limited.

Registration will close on Wednesday 23 October at 6pm.

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