About the opportunity
The International Association for Feminist Economics (IAFFE) Feminist Economics School is designed to bring together approximately 30 early-career scholars, practitioners, activists, and policymakers engaged in research and action on issues concerning feminist economics, particularly those with little or no formal access to training in the field. Spanning two and a half days of interactive workshops from June 29 to July 1, 2027, at Okayama University in Okayama, Japan, the School helps participants build a strong foundation in feminist economic thought, methodologies, and policy applications. Participants are also expected to attend the pre-conference on July 1 and the full IAFFE Annual Conference from July 2 to 4, 2027.
Funding and benefits
- Participation in the School is free of charge
- Travel grants are available to support selected participants
- Opportunity to build expertise through formal training and meet leading feminist economists
- Access to the IAFFE Annual Conference
Who can apply?
- Have at least five years of professional, activist, or social movement experience related to feminist economics, or have completed at least three years of advanced graduate studies in a field related to feminist economics
- Solid command of English required due to highly interactive workshops
- Applicants based in the Global South and from historically discriminated-against groups around the world are especially welcome
Required documents
- Completed online application form
When to apply
- Applications close on 10 December 2026
- Decisions will be communicated by early February 2027
How to apply
- Fill out and submit the online application form by the deadline
- Ensure all required application details are provided as incomplete applications will not be considered
Additional information
- No extensions will be granted for applications
- The school is a full-immersion, participatory experience with limited places
- For inquiries, contact Mayra Gonçalves via the official contact channel
Our Take on This Opportunity
This section reflects Open Opportunities’ own analysis of the opportunity from an applicant’s perspective.
You may be a strong fit if…
- Ideal for early-career scholars, activists, and policymakers with limited formal training seeking a rigorous foundation in feminist economics
- Strong fit for individuals actively involved in social movements or professional practice addressing feminist economic issues from the Global South or marginalized groups
- Provides a direct networking bridge to leading experts and international peers ahead of the annual conference
What should you think carefully about?
- Requires full-immersion attendance across multiple consecutive days including the preceding workshops and the full annual conference
- A solid command of English is essential for active participation in intensive interactive group work
- Travel and logistical planning are necessary despite the availability of travel grants
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This intensive program fits well for professionals and researchers looking to bridge theoretical perspectives with practical policy applications while gaining global visibility within a specialized academic and activist community.
Our take
Early-career researchers, activists, and policymakers dedicated to feminist economics who meet the experience thresholds should apply before the December 2026 deadline, particularly those seeking international mentorship and conference exposure.
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