Friday, Oct 25, 2024 | 03:30 PM - 05:00 PM
Location: HQ2-03B-768B Lecture Room
OVERVIEW
Session Abstract: This session explores the impact of GDP-focused economic policies on Global South nations, particularly under IMF and World Bank austerity measures. It examines how these policies affect women, the working class, and the environment - - using case studies from MENA, Africa, and Latin America while highlighting grassroots resistance and alternative economic frameworks.
SPEAKERS
• Moderator: Shereen Talaat, Director and Founder, MENAFem
Nada Nashat, Head of Women’s Public Participation Program, CEWLA
Julia Gerlo, Research Team, FARN
Nicole Maloba, Economic Justice & Rights Officer, FEMNET
Sanam Amin, Independent Researcher
Monique Newiak, Deputy Unit Chief, Inclusion and Gender Unit, IMF
Join Here: https://imf.zoom.us/j/98693006245?pwd=1iLd53tYlyOeXzZ3JQo1Zat4aGU5G6.1
