51²è¹Ý

November 11, 2024

Chair of Productivity Commission to deliver Annual Economic and Social Policy Lecture

Inequality and economic mobility will be the focus of 2024 lecture

Ms Danielle Wood, Chair of the , will deliver the 51²è¹Ý’s (UOW) Annual Economic and Social Policy Lecture on Friday 15 November 2024.

Ms Wood’s lecture will cover pressing issues surrounding inequality and economic mobility in Australia.

The annual lecture is organised by UOW’s Economics Discipline in the School of Business. Event organiser Associate Professor said the lecture will provide valuable insights into Australia’s future.

“It’s important we talk about how Australia is faring in the current economic climate and who better to hear from than one of the country’s leading voices on productivity and policy,” Associate Professor Paloyo said.

"Intergenerational mobility and inequality in Australia are critical to understand because they highlight the barriers and opportunities individuals face in moving between social and economic classes across generations, affecting social cohesion and economic progress.

“By examining these issues, we can identify policy solutions to promote fairness, reduce disparities, and enhance long-term economic growth."

Recent released by the Productivity Commission found Australia performs well on income mobility. However, there are still Australians living in poverty and they face some of the highest barriers to economic mobility.

“For most Australians, the amount your parents earned when you were young is not a life sentence,” said Ms Wood.

“Australia really has been the ‘land of the fair go’ for many, but we can’t ignore what’s happening for people in poverty. Policymakers should make sure support is targeted to where people need it most.”

Members of the public and media are invited to attend this free event.

Event information

Date: Friday 15 November 2024
Time: 10am – 11.30am
Location: Building 67, Room 104 (51²è¹Ý main campus)
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