Call for Papers: UNU WIDER Development Conference 2026
Explore global economic transformations, governance challenges, and opportunities for the Global South. Submit your paper proposal and engage with international scholars and policymakers in New Delhi.
🔍 Quick Snapshot
- Provider: UNU-WIDER & ISID
- Opportunity Type: Conference / Call for Papers
- Location: New Delhi, India
- Application Deadline: 1 September 2025, 23:59 UTC+3
- Conference Dates: 18–20 March 2026
- Themes: Economic Growth, Governance, Geopolitics, Trade, Technology, Climate-Responsive Development, Inclusive Growth
- Eligibility: Researchers, academics, and practitioners in development economics and related fields
🌍 About the Conference
UNU-WIDER, in collaboration with the Institute for Studies in Industrial Development (ISID), invites proposals for the 2026 WIDER Development Conference. The conference will focus on economic growth, governance, and geopolitical challenges in a fractured world order, providing a platform for researchers to engage with policymakers and practitioners from around the globe.
✅ Eligibility Criteria
- Researchers, academics, and practitioners in development economics or related fields
- Focus on issues relevant to the Global South
- Ability to submit a 300–500 word abstract in English
- Affiliation with a recognized institution or research organization
- Malaysian nationals eligible
🎁 Benefits
- Present research at an international development conference
- Networking with global scholars, policymakers, and practitioners
- Potential travel support for participants from low-income countries
- Engage in interdisciplinary discussions and policy-focused sessions
📝 How to Apply
- Prepare a working paper title and 300–500 word abstract
- Include author affiliation and contact information
- Submit the proposal in English via the UNU-WIDER conference portal
- Wait for notification of acceptance by November 2025
📅 Program Timeline
- Proposal Submission Deadline: 1 September 2025
- Notification of Acceptance: November 2025
- Conference Dates: 18–20 March 2026
✨ Share Your Research with Global Experts
Submit your paper proposal for the UNU WIDER Development Conference 2026 and contribute to evidence-based insights on economic growth and governance.
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