News & Events
IIEP organizes public events, symposia, and seminar series that explore academic and policy debates about globalization. These events help bring together researchers and policy-makers to see how cutting edge research can help inform economic policy making.
IIEP brings leading scholars and practitioners of international economic policy to GW to present and discuss their research and insights.
- Research conferences, where groups of scholars and policymakers delve deeply into the most important issues of the day.
- Policy forums, where critical contemporary policy questions and issues are explored and debated.
- Academic seminars, where individual researchers present cutting-edge scholarly work.
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Annual Conferences
Discover a world of knowledge and networking at our annual conferences. Bringing together thought leaders, experts, and enthusiasts from various industries, these events serve as a hub for exchanging ideas, staying abreast of the latest trends, and fostering meaningful connections. Join us each year to explore cutting-edge insights, engage in thought-provoking discussions, and elevate your professional and personal growth.
Events
Disability and Multidimensional Poverty: A Global Comparative Analysis
Thursday, 11/12/2026, 10:00am - 11:00am
The Institute for International Economic Policy is pleased to announce the 18th GW China Conference on December 4, 2026.
World Bank Group & GWU Workshop Series – Housing in Developing Urban Areas
Thursday, 11/19/2026, 8:30am - 1:00pm
Workshop 7 of the WBG–GWU Livable and Sustainable Cities series examines the roles of private and public housing sectors in developing urban areas.
Fireside Chat with Hon. John Jovanovic, President & Chairman, EXIM Bank
Tuesday, 12/1/2026, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Fireside chat with Hon. John Jovanovic, President and Chairman of the Export-Import Bank of the United States