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Women in Economics Initiative @womeninecon.bsky.social · 1d

❗️TOMORROW

Women in Economics Initiative @womeninecon.bsky.social · 8d

✨ Join Us for the WiE Speed Dating Event!

📅 Date: 8th October 2025
⏰ Time: 18:00 – 19:00 CET
📍 Location: Online (join from anywhere in the world!)

👉 Register now to secure your spot: www.women-in-economics.com/event-detail...

#WiESpeedDating #WiE #WomenInEconomics #Volunteering

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Women in Economics Initiative @womeninecon.bsky.social · 5d

❗️REMINDER
🚀 AI x Econ Online Seminar!

Join us for an engaging one-day online seminar exploring the intersection of Artificial Intelligence and Economics.

📅 Date: October 3rd
⏰ 4 PM CET
💻 Zoom

👉 EVENT LINK: lmu-munich.zoom-x.de/j/6567359295...

#WomeninEconomics #WiE #AI #econ #economics #aixecon

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Women in Economics Initiative @womeninecon.bsky.social · 5d

TODAY❗️

Women in Economics Initiative @womeninecon.bsky.social · 8d

📢 The WiE Brown Bag Seminar Series continues!
🗓 October 3rd
🕛 12 PM CET

Can monetary eco-labels (“true pricing” labels) nudge consumers toward more sustainable food choices? Or do we need stricter regulation to curb food-related emissions?

#WiE #WomenInEconomics #BrownBagSeminar #Sustainability

Women in Economics Initiative @womeninecon.bsky.social · 6d

❗️REMINDER

Women in Economics Initiative @womeninecon.bsky.social · 8d

📢 The WiE Brown Bag Seminar Series continues!
🗓 October 3rd
🕛 12 PM CET

Can monetary eco-labels (“true pricing” labels) nudge consumers toward more sustainable food choices? Or do we need stricter regulation to curb food-related emissions?

#WiE #WomenInEconomics #BrownBagSeminar #Sustainability

Women in Economics Initiative @womeninecon.bsky.social · 8d

Hello,

Sorry for this inconvenience. You should be able to register. The text in the website will be updated ASAP. 😊

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Women in Economics Initiative @womeninecon.bsky.social · 8d

This month’s session features Tabea Krauss. Her research examines how displaying the true environmental costs of foods influences consumer behavior and the potential role of nudges in reducing greenhouse gas emissions from food supply chains.

Link: www.women-in-economics.com/event-detail...

WiE Brown Bag Seminar | WiE Initiative

www.women-in-economics.com

Women in Economics Initiative @womeninecon.bsky.social · 8d

📢 The WiE Brown Bag Seminar Series continues!
🗓 October 3rd
🕛 12 PM CET

Can monetary eco-labels (“true pricing” labels) nudge consumers toward more sustainable food choices? Or do we need stricter regulation to curb food-related emissions?

#WiE #WomenInEconomics #BrownBagSeminar #Sustainability

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Women in Economics Initiative @womeninecon.bsky.social · 8d

✨ Join Us for the WiE Speed Dating Event!

📅 Date: 8th October 2025
⏰ Time: 18:00 – 19:00 CET
📍 Location: Online (join from anywhere in the world!)

👉 Register now to secure your spot: www.women-in-economics.com/event-detail...

#WiESpeedDating #WiE #WomenInEconomics #Volunteering

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Women in Economics Initiative @womeninecon.bsky.social · 12d

📅 Date: October 3rd, 2025 (Friday)
⏰ Time: 4:00 – 5:30 PM CET
💻 Mode: Zoom

Don’t miss this chance to explore the cutting edge of AI and Economics!

#WomeninEconomics #WiE #AI #artificialintelligence #econ #economics #aixecon #research

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Women in Economics Initiative @womeninecon.bsky.social · 12d

🌐AI x Economics Online Seminar!

Join us for an exciting one-day online seminar exploring how Artificial Intelligence is transforming Economics.

👉 Register: forms.gle/cdHF9pCeKcY2...

#WomeninEconomics #WiE #AI #artificialintelligence #econ #economics #aixecon #research

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Women in Economics Initiative @womeninecon.bsky.social · 28d

We are excited to announce our new partnership with ADBI! 🌟

ADBI mission is to enhance women’s roles, increase recognition of their professional contributions, and raise awareness of gender equality and non-discrimination both within and outside the Bank of Italy.

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Women in Economics Initiative @womeninecon.bsky.social · Sep 3

📢 Brown Bag Seminar #3
🗓 September 5th
🕛 12 PM CET

This month’s session features Erika Ehberger, who examines the relationship between remittances and the informal economy in Latin America and the Caribbean.

🙌 LINK: www.women-in-economics.com/event-detail...

WiE Brown Bag Seminar | WiE Initiative

www.women-in-economics.com

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Anna Gifty @itsafronomics.bsky.social · Aug 30

Good morning! #TheDoubleTax tour will be brought to you by a team of incredible young Black women. We're going to:

9/17 - NYC (we hope lol)
9/18- Washington D.C.
9/23 - Boston
9/26 - Atlanta
9/30 - Chicago
10/1 - St. Paul
10/5 - Los Angeles

Get your tickets before they sell out: annagifty.com!

ALT TEXT: Join leading women, local leaders, and young voices in a nationwide conversation about THE DOUBLE TAX. Women featured include: Chelsea Clinton, Dr. Anna Malaika Tubbs, Bithiah Carter, Hope Walz, Dr. Jamila K. Taylor, Mikki Kendall, and Tameika Atkins.

9/17 in NYC with Chelsea Clinton
☐ 9/18 in Washington D.C. with Dr. Jamila K. Taylor and special guests
☐ 9/23 in Boston with Bithiah Carter
☐ 9/26 in Atlanta with Tamieka Atkins
☐ 9/30 in Chicago with Mikki Kendall
☐ 10/1 in St. Paul with Hope Walz
☐ 10/5 in Los Angeles with Dr. Anna Malaika Tubbs

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Women in Economics Initiative @womeninecon.bsky.social · Sep 1

Congratulations @itsafronomics.bsky.social ! Everyone - make sure to grab a copy of the today released #TheDoubleTax!

Anna Gifty @itsafronomics.bsky.social · Sep 1

It's official. The books that I wrote arrived. I am an author y'all. I AM AN AUTHOR. A childhood dream I never thought could happen is happening!!!!!! 🥹

In 15 days, #TheDoubleTax is coming to a doorstep, bookstore, and library near you. Please pre-order by 9/16: annagifty.com!

#booksky #blacksky

ANNA THE AUTHOR WITH THE BOOKS SHE WROTE AND SOME COLORFUL FLOWERS

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DIW Berlin @diw.de · Aug 28

DIW-Forscherin @schaeper-clara.bsky.social ist Vorständin der @womeninecon.bsky.social-Initative und spricht im #diw100 Interview über Sichtbarkeit & Repräsentanz von Frauen in den Wirtschaftswissenschaften, #EconMeToo und über Vorbilder & Pionierinnen. www.diw.de/de/diw_01.c....

Interview-Zitat von DIW-Forscherin Clara Schäper: "Wir sind noch weit weg von gleicher Repräsentation"

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Women in Economics Initiative @womeninecon.bsky.social · Aug 28

Don’t miss your chance to join this supportive community of economists across academia, policy, and industry!

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Women in Economics Initiative @womeninecon.bsky.social · Aug 28

✨ Only few days left to apply! ✨

Swipe through to hear what past mentors and mentees have gained from the Women in Economics Mentoring Programme — from fresh perspectives to lasting connections.

📆 Applications close August 31st
🔗 Apply here: form.jotform.com/251723111137...

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Women in Economics Initiative @womeninecon.bsky.social · Aug 27

More⬇️

Women in Economics Initiative @womeninecon.bsky.social · Aug 27

Spotlight on Dr. Lisa D. Cook — An innovator whose career inspires the next generation of economists and leaders.

#RoleModel #WomenInEconomics #Leadership #Inspiration #WomenInLeadership

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Women in Economics Initiative @womeninecon.bsky.social · Aug 25

❗️REMINDER❗️

#wie #womenineconomics #mentoring #mentoringprogramme #inspiring

Women in Economics Initiative @womeninecon.bsky.social · Aug 4

🚀Be part of the next round of the Women in Economics Mentoring Programme — a unique opportunity that connects early-career women economists with experienced mentors.

🎯 Programme duration: October 2025 – July 2026
📆 Deadline to apply: August 31st
👉 Apply now: form.jotform.com/251723111137...

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Women in Economics Initiative @womeninecon.bsky.social · Aug 19

✨ Seeking guidance, clarity, or career support?

🧭 What to expect?
You’ll be paired with a mentor aligned with your interests and goals.

📆 Programme duration: October 2025 – July 2026
📆 Applications close: August 31, 2025
📄 Apply here: form.jotform.com/251723111137...

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Women in Economics Initiative @womeninecon.bsky.social · Aug 14

🌱 We’re inviting passionate and experienced professionals to join the WiE Mentoring Programme as mentors.

📅 Programme duration: October 2025 – July 2026
❗ Apply by: August 31st
📄 Sign up here: form.jotform.com/251723111137...

#WiE #Mentorship

Women in Economics Initiative @womeninecon.bsky.social · Aug 7

🔊 Call for Speakers!

We’re organizing a post-summer online seminar focused on AI and Economics – and we want to hear from you!

📢 If you (or someone you know) would be interested in speaking, please apply: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
🗓 Deadline to apply: August 30th

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Women in Economics Initiative @womeninecon.bsky.social · Aug 5

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Women in Economics Initiative @womeninecon.bsky.social · Aug 5

Spotlight on Erika McEntarfer - In 2024, McEntarfer became the 16th Commissioner of the Bureau of Labor Statistic. However, her career was cut short due to misguided ideals. Read about her path and how she inspired us.

#RoleModel #WomenInEconomics #Statistics #Data #WomenInLeadership #Inspiration

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