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Population Europe @populationeu.bsky.social · 07/09/2026
Sweden is about to elect a new parliament. As of late, birth rates have been debated in the country. What’s a realistic policy approach to low fertility, one that avoids doomsaying as well as sugarcoating? Read our newest Policy Insight by Gunnar Andersson 👇 🔗https://tinyurl.com/bdeetuhs
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Population Europe @populationeu.bsky.social · 10/08/2026
What affects success in school? The research story is complex, genetic research is one part of it. In this article, experts from the Einstein Center Population Diversity explain how family structure shapes educational success. www.linkedin.com/feed/update/... Funded by @einsteinberlin.bsky.social
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Population Europe @populationeu.bsky.social · 28/07/2026
Adapting in a fair way: In light of the new Demography Report by the European Commission, our experts present their key points for an adaptation strategy. "These policies are meant as a full life-course package, not a menu": www.linkedin.com/posts/europe...
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Population Europe @populationeu.bsky.social · 17/06/2026
Measuring the human cost of an ongoing conflict is exceptionally difficult. Researchers from our network have developed a demographic framework to estimate population loss in Gaza more accurately. Read it now: tinyurl.com/ycyh3ark
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Population Europe @populationeu.bsky.social · 11/06/2026
Our latest publication presents policy advice from the Age-It programme. Age-It is perhaps the largest research initiative ever funded on ageing in Europe, by the European Commission and the Italian Ministry of Research, and led by demographer Daniele Vignoli. Read it now: tinyurl.com/ms8bd7bb
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Population Europe @populationeu.bsky.social · 09/06/2026
Thanks to all the experts with whom we got to chat at #EPC2026 in Bologna. Check out policy take-aways from the conference on our Linkedin! Skills mismatch: www.linkedin.com/feed/update/... "Age of Inheritance": www.linkedin.com/feed/update/... Health & wealth: www.linkedin.com/feed/update/...
Elegant man walking between old columns in Bologna's historic centre
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Population Europe @populationeu.bsky.social · 28/05/2026
Check out our newest #PopDigest by @mimmilou.bsky.social and find out why employment uncertainty does not translate into lower fertility intentions in a uniform way across populations. 🔗 tinyurl.com/yc4ftnxa
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Population Europe @populationeu.bsky.social · 04/05/2026
Tuesday Dialogue: tomorrow we compare migration narratives in media in Germany and other countries. population-europe.eu/events/tuesd...
The earth by night (in focus Europe, North Africa, Western Asia)
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Population Europe @populationeu.bsky.social · 21/04/2026
Technological and demographic change create needs for #education systems to adapt. @maxplanck.de launches the project "EduTrack" for science-based policy. We are thrilled to be working with @mpidr.bsky.social, @mpiwg.bsky.social and @mpips.bsky.social. population-europe.eu/network/news...
Lime green and azure, the EduTrack logo is mad of bold letters and waves indicating a change of path. Max Planck emblem is underneath
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Population Europe @populationeu.bsky.social · 14/04/2026
Children with disabilities and their families remain underrepresented in research and policy Join our next online event with Nicoletta Balbo @bocconi.bsky.social and learn how child disability shapes family life, schooling and what this means for policy 🗓 21.04, 1-2 pm CEST tinyurl.com/2t7ey8vm
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Population Europe @populationeu.bsky.social · 18/03/2026
New cross-country evidence using #PISA data: language proficiency reduces bullying, strengthens belonging, and benefits all students. 🔗 tinyurl.com/yfywtdtn
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Population Europe @populationeu.bsky.social · 17/03/2026
Why have some European countries moved rapidly toward new family forms, while others remain more traditional? A new study shows that expanding women’s education reshapes family patterns depending on cultural values, leading to varied demographic trends across Europe. 🔗 tinyurl.com/2zn92je6
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Population Europe @populationeu.bsky.social · 12/03/2026
New study finds a disbalance in which countries are featured in migration research. Many countries in Africa, Central Asia, Latin America and the Caribbean are significantly under-represented - despite having large migrant populations. 🔗 tinyurl.com/yc5cstjc
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Population Europe @populationeu.bsky.social · 09/03/2026
In Poland, fertility plans hinge on economic security and housing—but for many, reproductive rights matter just as much or more, while climate concerns lag behind #PopDigest by @labfam.bsky.social scholars Kurowska, @amatysiak.bsky.social & @magdalenagrabowska.bsky.social 🔗 tinyurl.com/mw3nb3cw
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Population Europe @populationeu.bsky.social · 03/03/2026
A new Italian study led by @eleonoramiaci.bsky.social asks: Does access to formal childcare help mothers plan and realise another birth? And does this work differently for native-born and migrant women? Curious? Read the summary here: tinyurl.com/2uxfs8ha
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Population Europe @populationeu.bsky.social · 24/02/2026
Ahead of #InternationalWomensDay, we present German and international examples for: "Gender and diversity sensitive healthcare" Tuesday Dialogue 3 March, 2026, 1-2 PM CET - online Register: population-europe.eu/events/tuesd... Speaker: Prof. Gertraud Stadler, Charité Berlin
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Population Europe @populationeu.bsky.social · 23/02/2026
For students and professionals, the Population Studies Group at @lshtm.bsky.social offers a self-study course: "Introduction to Demographic Methods and Population Analysis". See if any of the 28 interactive lectures are for you! No prior training required. www.population-europe.eu/resources/te...
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Population Europe @populationeu.bsky.social · 20/02/2026
New study: In Sweden, mothers with health problems, esp. chronic conditions, are less likely to qualify for generous parental leave. By Amy Heshmati, @mussino.bsky.social & @soljuarez.bsky.social 🔗 tinyurl.com/3cvfv2b3
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Population Europe @populationeu.bsky.social · 16/02/2026
If researchers do not engage local politics, “quasi-scientific” consultants will take their place. This is shown in a study based on in-depth interviews with mayors in Germany. What can be done: population-europe.eu/research/pol...
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Population Europe @populationeu.bsky.social · 12/02/2026
The new EU-funded SoGreen project will make use of Europe’s leading social surveys to support a fair and inclusive green transition. Join their first webinar: "Measuring Public Perceptions of the Green Transition" Tuesday, February 24, 2026 from 2pm to 4pm CET Register here: lnkd.in/efkvm9jv
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Population Europe @populationeu.bsky.social · 09/02/2026
Proximity can become pressure: The mental health of ageing parents tends to decline when their adult children are unemployed. A new study shows that this correlation is stronger when both live under one roof. Check it out: tinyurl.com/y5wvk6w9
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Population Europe @populationeu.bsky.social · 27/01/2026
What demography can do: inform the future. The foresight experts at @vdivde-it.bsky.social took some projections of demographic trends, and created a Qualitative Scenario Building exercise for our Policy Lab. The goal: to imagine Europe in 2045. Here are the results: futu-res.eu/european-res...
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Population Europe @populationeu.bsky.social · 19/01/2026
📢 SLLS 2026 Conference | 1–3 July, Université Libre de Bruxelles. Submit your paper by 13 Feb 2026, 17:00 GMT! 🔗 tinyurl.com/yh242mm2
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Population Europe @populationeu.bsky.social · 12/01/2026
Join us on Tuesday, 20 January for a discussion on youth in Europe. Following a presentation on demographic trends in the near future, Prof. Aassve will lead a discussion on possible ways to strengthen the voice of young people. Register here: tinyurl.com/28jv36du
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Population Europe @populationeu.bsky.social · 09/12/2025
Register now and join us and the Age-It Programme in Brussels for a full-day, in-person event dedicated to the latest research on ageing! When? 14 January 2026 🔗 tinyurl.com/yftxb3d6
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Population Europe @populationeu.bsky.social · 04/12/2025
In November, we brought together leading demographers, policymakers, and civil-society representatives to reflect on key challenges posed by demographic change. This event review captures the main themes, evidence shared, and policy recommendations from the meeting: 🔗 tinyurl.com/29x777wr
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Population Europe @populationeu.bsky.social · 25/11/2025
Smoking, alcohol, and obesity drive mortality gaps—but how did their combined effect play out across educational groups over time? Fanny Janssen and co-authors have the answer. 🔗 tinyurl.com/5sy9bsj8
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Population Europe @populationeu.bsky.social · 19/11/2025
Older migrants from low- and middle-income countries in Swedish care settings typically enjoy a mortality advantage over the native-born population. During the first year of Covid-19, they faced a higher risk of death. Why? Read our latest #PopDigest! 🔗 tinyurl.com/5d38df7a
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Population Europe @populationeu.bsky.social · 17/11/2025
📖 New study by Alessandro Gallo & Daniele Vignoli @florenceups.bsky.social shows that in #Italy, everyday housing expenses (such as bills, mortgages, rent payments, and maintenance costs) truly influence childbearing patterns. Read it now - tinyurl.com/23pt2xt5
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Population Europe @populationeu.bsky.social · 12/11/2025
Join our upcoming webinar - Demographic concerns and migration control: A look at debates and legal developments over the past 50 years Tuesday 18. November 2025, 1 PM CET Registration: tinyurl.com/48v7x33r By Dana Schmalz, author of “Das Bevölkerungsargument” (The Population Argument)
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Population Europe @populationeu.bsky.social · 07/11/2025
Call for papers! Join the 16th Supercentenarians Seminar — one of the most inspiring events in our community, organised by@ined-english.bsky.social . Deadline: 20 December More information: tinyurl.com/47cmvzjp
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Population Europe @populationeu.bsky.social · 03/11/2025
We are proud to support the Age-It programme, led by Daniele Vignoli florenceups.bsky.social - driving socioeconomic, biomedical, and tech innovation for an inclusive ageing #Italy. Explore highlights from our latest discussion on health, care, and tech: tinyurl.com/3pjts9ph
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Population Europe @populationeu.bsky.social · 22/10/2025
Looking for career opportunities in demography? See the listings from our network! @mpidr.bsky.social is inviting applications for a PhD Studentship with the University of Hong Kong; and UCLouvain is looking to fill an Assistant or Associate Professorship. population-europe.eu/study-career...
Young people looking at a computer. Copy reads: Job alerts
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Population Europe @populationeu.bsky.social · 14/10/2025
What are the links between demography and democracy? Join this year’s Berlin Demography Days on the topic of “Demography and Democracy” 📅 27 + 28 October, 2025 (online or in Person) Register here: lnkd.in/esXJ4Xqa
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Population Europe @populationeu.bsky.social · 14/10/2025
What’s a “longevity society”? It’s not just about having more older people around — it’s about how we live longer lives A true longevity society invests in prevention, digital health, and tackling loneliness so everyone can thrive at every age Here’s what experts recommend 👇 tinyurl.com/ypycc3v6
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Population Europe @populationeu.bsky.social · 03/10/2025
Early childhood, graduation, mid-career, retirement—life stages are full of opportunity and vulnerability. Our new #Mapineq White Paper shows how to tackle inequalities across the life course. By @janierola.net , Daniela Vono, @elinakilpi.bsky.social & the Mapineq team. 🔗 mapineq.eu/white-paper/
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Population Europe @populationeu.bsky.social · 23/09/2025
New #PopDigest! Do partners always see family planning the same way? A new study using @ggp.bsky.social data by @mussino.eu and Caroline Uggla suggests: not always—especially when their migration backgrounds differ. 🔗 tinyurl.com/4ztcn727
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Population Europe @populationeu.bsky.social · 09/09/2025
New #PopDigest! Retirement migration is a thing nowadays. Ever wonder how many actually return home sooner than planned? New Dutch research shows: Way more than expected! Health issues & family ties are the main reasons. 🔗https://tinyurl.com/2seve35w
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Population Europe @populationeu.bsky.social · 21/08/2025
Do you know somebody who isn't yet a fan of #demography? Send them episode 1 of "Certain Futures": a new podcast with our amazing experts from "FutuRes" project. certain-futures.podigee.io With: Jakub Bijak, U Southampton, Alexia Fürnkranz-Prskawetz, Miguel Sánchez-Romero, TU Wien. Host: Dan Stern
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Population Europe @populationeu.bsky.social · 05/08/2025
Proud to announce this year's European Demographer Awards! They go to Julia Hellstrand @juliahellstrand.bsky.social ‬ (Helsinki), Cosmo Strozza @cosmostrozza.bsky.social (Odense) and Éva Beaujouan @fertdem.bsky.social (Vienna). More: population-europe.eu/network/news... Congratulations!
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Population Europe @populationeu.bsky.social · 31/07/2025
Acquiring citizenship is often seen as a milestone of integration. For once because it is assumed to lead to better job prospects. A new study on #Italy challenges this assumption. Read our #PopDigest led by scholars at @csisunitn.bsky.social 🔗https://tinyurl.com/mxd4rdk
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Population Europe @populationeu.bsky.social · 28/07/2025
Europe is ageing — fast and unevenly. As our societies grow more diverse, how do we make fairness across generations a reality? Read our newest Policy Briefing by Age-It scholars Agar Brugiavini, Vincenzo Galasso and Andrea Ungar 🔗 tinyurl.com/yr6nv8z4
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Population Europe @populationeu.bsky.social · 21/07/2025
Despite popular perception, there is no clear evidence of a broad rightward shift among young men. New study by @nennstielr.bsky.social & @hudde.bsky.social explores political divides btw young men and women - looking back as far as 1990 and using data from 32 EU countries. tinyurl.com/389b8mmx
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Population Europe @populationeu.bsky.social · 18/07/2025
Assisted reproductive technologies - such as in-vitro fertilisation - are on the rise. How do they affect fertility rates? Read our latest #PopDigest by @jenchanfreau.bsky.social , Alice Goisis & Øystein Kravdal 🔗 tinyurl.com/2wkefabd
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Population Europe @populationeu.bsky.social · 16/07/2025
📢The 2025 Population Report of the Italian Association for Population Studies is now online! Edited by Daniele Vignoli and Anna Paterno, it challenges the dominant and often pessimistic narrative on Italy’s demography. Check it out: tinyurl.com/5x76z83d
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Population Europe @populationeu.bsky.social · 10/07/2025
How can demography contribute to democratic resilience? This was the guiding question, we posed at our online workshop on 24 June. Find an extensive review of this event on our website: population-europe.eu/events/event...
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Population Europe @populationeu.bsky.social · 02/07/2025
Despite living in wealthy societies, too many children still grow up in poverty. What can be done—nationally and locally—to change this? Read our latest Policy Brief for the #Mapineq project by @janierola.net & @mjantti.bsky.social and find it out! 🔗 tinyurl.com/54bwznh9
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Population Europe @populationeu.bsky.social · 25/06/2025
Shared time off matters! New study suggests that taking simultaneous parental leave can boost both parents’ mental health Read our #popdigest by Helena Honkaniemi-Hoppe & @soljuarez.bsky.social 🔗 tinyurl.com/3ya96szw
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Population Europe @populationeu.bsky.social · 16/06/2025
As Europe becomes a "longevity society" with longer life expectancies and low birth rates, many regions are starting to face population decline. How can cities stay vibrant and attractive? Explore our latest #PolicyInsight by @jpheisig.bsky.social for the #Mapineq project! 🔗 tinyurl.com/bxx9zeez
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Population Europe @populationeu.bsky.social · 04/06/2025
How can demography contribute to democratic resilience? 📢Join us online on June 24, 2-3:30 PM (CEST) exploring the impact of skilled labor shortage and the decline of regional public services with Prof. Roland Rau and Prof. Claudia Neu. 📍Register here: population-europe.eu/events/was-k...
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