Diversifying and Decolonising Economics (D-Econ)

First-of-its-kind radical initiative that seeks to diversify & decolonise Economics, both in terms of identity and approach. One without the other isn't enough.

[Diversifying and Decolonising Economics (D-Econ) @DivDecEcon]

What is D-Econ about?

We recently updated our mission statement, check it out: https://t.co/zfQZxvMicr

In short, we aim to decolonise and diversify the economics field both in terms of its academic content and institutional structures, to ultimately achieve a more just society.

[Diversifying and Decolonising Economics (D-Econ) @DivDecEcon]

For further details: https://t.co/MwjlAoZWwW

[Diversifying and Decolonising Economics (D-Econ) @DivDecEcon]

The deadline to apply to participate in the the joint @DevEconNetwork, Focus on the Global South and D-Econ workshop on “Asian development trajectories in an era of protectionism and war” in October 2026 in Bangkok is fast approaching

Deadline is Friday!

[International Development Economics Associates @DevEconNetwork]

📌 𝐖𝐎𝐑𝐊𝐒𝐇𝐎𝐏 𝐀𝐏𝐏𝐋𝐈𝐂𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐃𝐄𝐀𝐃𝐋𝐈𝐍𝐄 𝐁𝐘 𝟑𝟏 𝐉𝐔𝐋𝐘, 𝟏𝟐:𝟎𝟎 𝐔𝐓𝐂
📘Workshop theme: Asian development trajectories in an era of protectionism and war
✍️Application form: https://t.co/5ts2Hc6Kz3
🏫Venue: @ChulalongkornU in Bangkok, Thailand
🗓️Date: 19-23 October
🤝Organizers: IDEAs, @focussouth, and @DivDecEcon

Travel and accommodation costs for the workshop will be covered.

We welcome applications from those based in Asia who are young researchers, development practitioners, civil society and grassroots activists, and policymakers at the early stages of their careers. Applicants should have completed an undergraduate degree in economics and preferably hold a master’s degree or be enrolled in a PhD programme. Those with an undergraduate degree and postgraduate studies in other social science disciplines may also apply.

Read more: https://t.co/DaZO8Y38gn

[Diversifying and Decolonising Economics (D-Econ) @DivDecEcon]

🔔 New blogpost:

BRUSHING HISTORY AGAINST THE GRAIN:
DECOLONIZING GEOPOLITICS TO TEACH ABOUT PALESTINE

https://t.co/SY4pUO0UyK

[Diversifying and Decolonising Economics (D-Econ) @DivDecEcon]

New blog post: Bianca Kyd-Rebenburg demonstrates how exclusionary migration policies are founded on and justified by the eurocentrism underlying economic theories of migration. https://t.co/tfZmjINa0q

[Diversifying and Decolonising Economics (D-Econ) @DivDecEcon]

We had a very stimulating discussion on what it means to 'decolonise' the University in the context of genocide and the role of Economics with Chirashree Das Gupta, Tom Six, @amaarahg & @aamacademic.
https://t.co/vViJn0sEZV

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Check out the padlet for resources to read on these issues https://t.co/bWmyR9xGaj

[Diversifying and Decolonising Economics (D-Econ) @DivDecEcon]

We had a very stimulating discussion on what it means to 'decolonise' the University in the context of genocide and the role of Economics with Chirashree Das Gupta, Tom Six, @amaarahg & @aamacademic.
https://t.co/vViJn0sEZV

[Diversifying and Decolonising Economics (D-Econ) @DivDecEcon]

Our new Alternative Reading List is out! Check out fantastic new books on pressing issues.

Featuring @RuyBraga3 @MonaAli_NY_US @NancyAHiemstra @drdconlon @_KarenHao @DannyMillum @paulrgilbert @CaitSchroering @alfgunvald & many not on Twitter/X!

https://t.co/uKo1hspp5F

[Diversifying and Decolonising Economics (D-Econ) @DivDecEcon]

Join our discussion on decolonizing economics, the university & the space for radical thinking and activism at our upcoming Launch Event for the D-Econ Padlet! Chirashree Das Gupta, Tom Six & Amaarah Garda will join as speakers + Afreen Faridi will chair.
https://t.co/6dO79FnLsC

[Diversifying and Decolonising Economics (D-Econ) @DivDecEcon]

Join our discussion on decolonizing economics, the university & the space for radical thinking and activism at our upcoming Launch Event for the D-Econ Padlet! Chirashree Das Gupta, Tom Six & Amaarah Garda will join as speakers + Afreen Faridi will chair.
https://t.co/6dO79FnLsC

[International Development Economics Associates @DevEconNetwork]

Ahead of the 🌍 Conference on 70 Years After Bandung June 2–3, 2025 IDEAs, BCIS & YUKTHI are pleased to share blogs by experts/activists from Asia, Africa, Latin America & the Middle East. For details & Blogs see https://t.co/q2YpPCKWtq. Full Agenda https://t.co/4KONwyHeVR

[Diversifying and Decolonising Economics (D-Econ) @DivDecEcon]

New blog: Notes on the Palestine solidarity movement in the United States.

It provides a stark reflection on how to read the Palestine solidarity movement in wider context of struggles post 2008 & how the struggles highlight the fractures in US politics.

https://t.co/TXEf6sNKlb

[Diversifying and Decolonising Economics (D-Econ) @DivDecEcon]

Our last seasonal alternative list of 2024 is out! Have a look at the selection and see what you missed. It's also a good source of gift ideas for those of you in need of last-minute inspiration!
https://t.co/fsQ4ePUswx

[Diversifying and Decolonising Economics (D-Econ) @DivDecEcon]

Support for BDS is growing as the current assault and genocide on Gaza passes the one-year mark. Join us in opposing apartheid and colonial occupation.

[Diversifying and Decolonising Economics (D-Econ) @DivDecEcon]

As an econ institution committed to justice and liberation, D-Econ stands firmly with Palestinians against occupation and genocide.

We call on academics and institutions across the world to JOIN US in supporting the BDS movement by signing this pledge 👇
https://t.co/rRu4aqxQsM

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Featuring many interesting authors and editors, including @ShirinMRai @nssylla @mayaywind @BianchiniP27859 @LeoZeilig @KValadbaygi @chinchukwudinma @RadleyBen @OnekaLaBennett 🔥

[Diversifying and Decolonising Economics (D-Econ) @DivDecEcon]

Summer isn't over, there are more books to read! 🤓

Check out D-Econ's Seasonal Alternative Reading List that was just released, featuring lots of important books that you may have missed.
https://t.co/oUz3EycrnF

[Diversifying and Decolonising Economics (D-Econ) @DivDecEcon]

🚨 New on the Blog: @alexmthomas’s book “Macroeconomics: An Introduction” takes a problem setting rather than a problem solving approach in the teaching and discussion of Macroeconomics, writes Subashree Ghatak in her review https://t.co/EGtgmqDhJu

[Diversifying and Decolonising Economics (D-Econ) @DivDecEcon]

Support for BDS is growing steadily as the violence of the occupation intensifies. Sign the pledge and share it widely!
https://t.co/rRu4aqxQsM

[Rubén Vezzoni @Rubenvezzoni]

As @RethinkEconFI, we joined @DivDecEcon in solidarity with Palestinians against occupation and genocide. Sign the @BDSmovement pledge for economists and dissenting voices here 👇🏼🇵🇸

https://t.co/VPw95EEhWM