The increasing number of PEP-funded researchers (75%, according to a recent survey) being invited to present their work in international conferences, intended for either policy or academic audiences around the world, testifies to the acknowledgment of their authority as field specialists by the international development research community. The PEP Network often provides researchers with the necessary (financial and technical) means to participate to these events.
PEP awarded support to participate in the STAARS initiative
PEP was invited to participate in a major African initiative for high quality research and capacity building on Structural Transformation of African Agriculture and Rural Spaces (STAARS).
2015 PEP Policy Forum conclusions and recommendations
The key challenge for Africa is how to sustain and translate rapid economic growth into inclusive growth that will help end extreme poverty, reduce inequality and create opportunities for productive employment and shared prosperity. Find out more about PEP Policy Forum conclusions and recommendation.
PEP special session at the Canadian Economic Association (CEA) meeting
Toronto, Ontario - Saturday May 30, 2015
The 2015 PEP Annual Conference in Kenya - another successful gathering of development researchers and practicioners
Nairobi, Kenya - April 29 to May 8
Nigerian researcher invited to discuss PEP findings at Harvard University
April 13-14, 2015 - The only African paper presented at the World Demographic & Ageing Forum.
The 2015 PEP Annual Conference held May 4-8, in Nairobi (Kenya)
Discussing a variety of research and policy issues under the broad theme of "inclusive growth and employment for poverty reduction in developing countries"
Call for papers - Structural Transformation of African Agriculture and Rural Spaces (STAARS) Conference
Addis Abeba, Ethiopia, December 2015 - Deadline for submission is August 1, 2015
PEP Executive Director invited to participate in high–level panel discussion at 2nd African Think Tank Summit in Ethiopia
UNECA Conference Center, Addis Abeba – 6-8 April 2015
PEP Executive Director visits partners and collaborators in Asia/Australia
From the Philippines to Australia, Dr. Shiferaw is invited to present his work, introduce PEP and discuss potential collaborative projects with research and donor institutions.
The 2014 PEP Annual Conference in Bolivia - another successful gathering of development researchers and practicioners from 31 countries around the world
Santa Cruz de la Sierra, Bolivia - April 30 to May 8