DevSouth: Development Economics in the South Workshop

DevSouth is a one-and-a-half-day workshop designed to energize and strengthen the community of development economists across the American South. Hosted by Duke's Sanford School of Public Policy and Department of Economics, the workshop will bring together researchers at all career stages for deep engagement with new ideas, constructive feedback, and the kind of conversations that spark fresh collaborations. The format features longer research presentations that allow speakers to explore their work in meaningful depth, alongside opportunities for non-presenting participants to share projects, exchange advice and get more individualized feedback in an informal, supportive setting. All meals are provided, and there is no registration fee. Submission deadline: Feb. 1, 2026 Notification of acceptance: Feb 15, 2026 Details: https://duke.is/devsouth2026