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On Thursday, October 2, 2025 the University of Waterloo will be hosting Eliana La Ferrara, Professor of Public Policy at Harvard Kennedy School, to give the annual Distinguished Lecture in Economics on the topic of
<b>harmful gender norms. </b></div>
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Harmful gender norms are persistent in many countries, despite the efficiency and equity costs they entail. Professor La Ferrara will discuss what factors may contribute to this persistence, and how these norms may be eradicated. </div>
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Professor La Ferrara is a highly respected economist undertaking groundbreaking research on topics such as ethnic diversity, kin structure and social norms, and the effects of television on social outcomes. She collaborates regularly with governments and international
organizations to evaluate the effectiveness of development policies.</div>
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<b>WHEN:</b> Thursday, Oct 2, 3PM (reception will be held after lecture from 4:45-6:00PM)</div>
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<b>WHERE:</b> Federation Hall</div>
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