This event brings together professionals, academics, and students to explore emerging research in economics and to build meaningful connections across the AARES and WEN communities.

About the event:

The Australian Agricultural & Resource Economics Society (AARES) and the Women in Economics Network (WEN) are proud to partner with BDO to showcase emerging research and foster stronger connections between doctoral students and the professional community.

Why attend?

• Hear from four PhD students presenting their latest research in economics.
• Connect with organisations seeking new perspectives and talent.
• Network with members of AARES, WEN, and the broader community.
• Enjoy a relaxed evening with drinks and catering provided.

Our presenters:

• Siqi Huang - Climate Change and Water Conservation Practices: Investigating the Adoption Decision in North China
• Sophie Lountain - The Women’s Empowerment and Labour (WEaL) Scale: Developing a Contemporary and Practical Measure of Empowerment
• Elizabeth Damoah - Accounting for Indigenous Relationality in Wellbeing Assessment: The Case of The Martuwarra Fitzroy River
• Mimi Salminah - Promoting Biodiversity Restoration: Exploring the Role of Information and Norms-Based Approaches in Public and Private Preference Matching