The 17th National Conference on Labor Studies (ASET 2025) – Young Scholars Call

DESCRIPTION

TOPIC

The world of labor is undergoing profound transformations due to technological change, globalization, and shifts in economic structures. Understanding these changes requires interdisciplinary approaches that integrate economic, sociological, and political perspectives. The 17th National Conference on Labor Studies (ASET 2025) will provide a platform for researchers to discuss key labor issues such as labor market dynamics, the relationship between economic development and employment quality, income distribution, technological impacts, gender and labor relations, social protection policies, and collective bargaining.

Historically, this Conference brings together young scholars, experienced researchers and different actors from the “world of work”, such as union leaders or policy makers, to engage in discussions on labor transformations in Latin America. The event will cover a wide range of topics, including:

• Labor markets and wage dynamics
• Income distribution and poverty
• Job quality, precarious work, and labor market integration
• Gender, labor markets, and care work
• Technological change and labor flexibilization
• Working conditions, environment, and workers’ well-being
• Labor relations, collective bargaining, and trade unions
• Migration and labor mobility

Participation in this event will provide young scholars with the opportunity to present their research, receive feedback from leading experts, and establish networks with peers and professionals in the field.

PURPOSE

The goal of this Conference is to encourage a critical and plural discussion on labor-related issues, considering theoretical, empirical, and policy-oriented perspectives. By facilitating an exchange between young scholars and senior researchers, the event aims to enhance the visibility of new research and contribute to the advancement of labor studies. Participants will have the opportunity to share their findings, discuss methodological approaches, and explore the implications of their research for shaping labor policies and social transformations.

FORMAT

This Conference is sponsored primarily by the Asociación Argentina de Especialistas en Estudios del Trabajo (ASET). Prospective Young Scholar participants are invited to submit an abstract explaining how their research topic is related to the topics listed above and how participating will enhance their research. The event will feature four round tables in which renowned specialists from both the country and abroad will discuss in-depth relevant topics on the world of work. The presentations of papers will be organized through 20 Thematic Groups led by specialists from ASET, who will coordinate the presentation sessions and give constructive feedback to the speakers.

Submissions may address the topics listed above but are not limited to them. We welcome contributions from diverse disciplines, including:

• Labor economics
• Sociology of work
• Collective bargaining
• Social policies and labor protection
• Technological change and labour quality
• Economic history of labor
• Gender and labor studies
• Migration and labor mobility

Abstracts will be evaluated based on clarity, research methodology, and contribution to the field. Additionally, the selection committee will consider geographical diversity and gender representation.

Academic Commitee:

Eliana Aspiazu (UNMdP), Pablo Barbetti (UNNE), María Noel Bulloni (CONICET), Ricardo Donaire (CONICET), Lucila D’Urso (UNGS), Francisco Favieri (CONICET), Ana Laura Fernández (UNGS), Mariana Fernandez Massi (CONICET), Mariana González (CONICET), Gaspar Herrero (UBA), Malena Hopp (CONICET), Damián Kennedy (CONICET), Verónica Maceira (UNGS), Johanna Maldovan (CONICET), Clara Marticorena (CONICET), María Eugenia Martín (CONICET), Victoria Matozo (CONICET), Agustina Miguel (CONICET), Agustín Nieto (CONICET), Santiago Poy (CONICET)

KEY DATES

• Abstract submission deadline: April 28, 2025
• Notification of acceptance: To be announced
• Full paper submission deadline: June 6, 2025
• Conference dates: August 6-8, 2025

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