Social observers are quite concerned by the decline in marriage, rise in divorce diminishing role of families and the associated changes in gender roles, fertility, and the welfare of children. Economists bring a relatively new perspective into this domain and examine modes of family behavior in a marriage "market" in which those involved stand to gain from joint production and joint consumption. This Workshop bring together leading researchers in the field of Family Economics to present and discuss new contributions and ideas.
If you would like to attend, please email Bonnie Brimstone.
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