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Celebrating and Reviewing 15 Years of IZA
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15 Years of IZA: The Success Story Continues |
In 1998, when the Institute for the Study of Labor was founded, labor economics in Germany was largely marginalized. Since then a lot has been achieved: IZA has greatly advanced labor market research in Germany, Europe and the world. Academically trained and committed to the highest scientific standards, IZA researchers are independently minded and concentrate on the most pressing questions of our time. Supported by leading experts in the discipline, as well as creative and highly committed young scholars, IZA was able to quickly establish an excellent reputation both nationally and internationally. The testimonials from the scientific community speak for themselves.
We are grateful for the past 15 years. IZA was chartered and is recognized as an independent, non-profit research institution. Thanks to a solid funding base provided by the Deutsche Post Foundation, complemented by other sources of funding from all parts of the world, IZA is independent from commissioned research and faces no restrictions concerning its research topics and advisory activities. Consequently, IZA’s research output reflects the broad knowledge base of today’s labor economics with all its facets, regardless of scientific approach or social policy orientation. |
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Numerous national governments and international organizations, such as the European Commission, the OECD and the World Bank, regularly seek IZA’s advice, as does the wider public in many countries.
After 15 fantastic years, it is time for some words of thanks. In particular, we are indebted to the Deutsche Post Foundation for continuous and generous support, which keeps our work independent from outside funding and influence. We also wish to thank all active and former employees, as well as our highly dedicated network members, who have contributed greatly to making IZA what it is today – the major driving force behind international labor market research.
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IZA 15 Years Report |
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Double Cause for Celebration: IZA Turns 15 - Klaus F. Zimmermann Turns 60 |
On December 2, 2012, IZA Director Klaus F. Zimmermann celebrates his 60th birthday. He has then dedicated one-fourth of his life to founding, directing and nurturing the Institute for the Study of Labor.
Zimmermann is the perfect role model for the institute: Always present, always innovative, always striving for new goals, with highest competence in all questions of the labor market. He has left his mark on the Bonn-based institute, making it a truly "global player" in labor economics, an internationally active and well-connected think tank. IZA skillfully manages the balancing act, often demanded by research management strategists, between conducting excellent research and providing policy advice on pressing labor market questions. This combination is both dedication and inspiration to Zimmermann.
Under his leadership, IZA is well positioned to continue shaping the future of labor.
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Let's Talk About the Future |
Interview with Klaus F. Zimmermann
IZA Director Klaus F. Zimmermann gives insights into his personal outlook on the future of labor.
[Read the complete interview]
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Events in Washington and Berlin |
IZA kicks off its anniversary year with a series of events starting with a high-profile conference in Washington, December 1, 2012.
Prominent panelists discuss the German labor market miracle and IZA's contributions to the reform agenda in Berlin, December 6, 2012. |
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What IZA Research Fellows Say About IZA |
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We are very grateful for the continuous support and positive feedback from our network of research fellows. Here's what some of they say about IZA: |
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James J. Heckman (University of Chicago):
"I congratulate IZA on its splendid accomplishments over its first fifteen years. It has created a major forum for the study of labor economics, the economics of human resources and the economics of the family and of human development. IZA supports and sustains dialogue among scholars with competing visions of how to do labor economics. It has fostered the development and exchange of new knowledge. It has created a world community of scholars. Its working paper series, conferences and workshops have greatly advanced the scientific study of the workforce."
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Francine D. Blau (Cornell University):
"It is remarkable how in just 15 years IZA has become so central to research and policy in labor economics. It has played a crucial role in building an international community of scholars and in facilitating and advancing cutting-edge research in all the fields associated with labor economics."
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Daron Acemoglu (MIT):
"We all have to thank IZA not only for its unwavering support to research and especially young researchers in Europe, but also for bringing level-headed, careful evidence to some of the important policy questions facing Europe."
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