Call for Papers

Demographic Change, Digitalisation, Sustainable Development and Finance

We are delighted to open submissions for the 21th International Conference on Pensions, Insurance, and Savings.This conference aims to gather researchers from various fields to discuss the multifaceted challenges and innovations related to Demographic changes, Ageing and Sustainable Development and Finance. Please visit conference website for details and updates.

Date and Location

Conference dates: 29th – 30th May

Location: Lisbon NOVA IMS and Academy of Sciences (Lisbon, Portugal) The conference will take place in an in-person format.

Themes and Topics

Under the theme of Demographic changes, Ageing and Sustainable Development and Finance, the 21th International Conference will encompass a broad spectrum of topics in the fields such as economics, finance, demography, management, IT, sociology, public policy, including, but not limited to:

Artificial Inteligence (AI) and Its Application in Social Protection Systems:

Exploring how artificial intelligence can enhance social protection schemes and improve efficiencies in pension and insurance management. Leveraging big data, AI, and advanced analytics to improve the sustainability and effectiveness of pension and insurance frameworks.

Digitalization and the Labor Market:

The impact of digital transformation on employment, retirement, and workforce participation in an ageing population. Adapting work environments to be more inclusive and leveraging the digital transition to meet the needs of an ageing workforce.

Brain Capital and the Future of Healthy Aging:

Prioritizing brain health as a strategic economic asset and its role in fostering cognitive resilience and societal well- being.

Health and Healthcare in an Ageing World:

Discuss innovative solutions and strategies to improve the health management and quality of life of the elderly in the context of ageing.

Financial Technologies (FinTech) and Pensions:

Discuss how FinTech innovations are reshaping pension management and financial security for ageing populations.

Financing Long-Term Care (LTC):

Making long-term care affordable for older people while addressing fiscal sustainability, coverage gaps, and adequacy concerns is an ageing society. Policy options combining public and private insurance, tax financing, and home equity release solutions are demanded.

Financing Sustainable Development:

The role of Insurers and Pension Funds: How can the insurance and pension fund industries play a role in achieving global climate goals, a shift to renewable energy and green technologies, and sustainable development?

Urban Planning and Age-Friendly Cities:

Explore how urban planning can adapt to the trend of ageing and create a city that is elderly friendly.

Environmental Sustainability in the Context of Ageing Populations:

Discuss the impact of ageing on environmental sustainability and how to consider the needs and contributions of the elderly in environmental policies.

Special Session NTA:

There would be a special session dedicated to understanding of how population growth and changing age structure influence macroeconomic performance. We invite reasearchers applying NTA (National Transfer Account) methodology to submit to this special session.

Important Dates

Submission Deadline

March 1, 2025. Long Abstract or Full Papers

Submission Email Address

Please submit your full paper or long abstract to:

international.pension.workshop@gmail.com

Notification of Acceptance

All submissions will undergo a rigorous peer review process by our scientific committee and the researchers will be informed by15th March 2025.

Final Paper or long abstract

April 1, 2025 to: international.pension.workshop@gmail.com

Each presenter in the parallel sessions will be expected to be a discussant for another paper within the same session.

Fee Information

200€/ participants (lunch, coffee breaks, gala diner and material).

Please note that travel, accommodation, and any other personal expenses will be the responsibility of the attendees.

Organising Committee

• Université Paris Dauphine PSL, LEDa DIAL, IRD

• NOVA IMS Universidade Nova de Lisboa

• Euro-Mediterranean Economists Association (EMEA)

• Lisbon Academy of Sciences