The content of the IFLA Conference Programme is organised by different professional groups (Sections, Core Programmes and Special Interest Groups). Calls for papers will be submitted through these groups and made available on the web page.

Topics: - spatial econometrics methods and models, - exploratory spatial data analysis, - geographical information systems, - new directions and frontiers of spatial econometrics, - economic growth and convergence, - regional development, cooperation and competition, - labour, estate and...

The conference is open to all who are interested in the problems of contemporary welfare state. Stream Themes: - Comparative methodology - Pensions - Health care - Labour market policy - Family policy - Social services and social work - Poverty and social assistance - Education - Inequalities...