A presentation by Ricardo Paes de Barros, University of Chicago Tinker Visiting Professor, and Researcher at the Instituto de Pesquisa Econômica Aplicada (IPEA), a public foundation linked to the Brazilian Ministry of Planning, Budget and Management. This lecture stems from a 2006 IPEA report on the "Recent Fall in Income Inequality in Brazil". This report sought to consolidate the recent and dramatic decline in income inequality in Brazil, evaluate its impact and relevance, identify its main determinants, and finally to draft public policy recommendations so that the decline in income inequality could continue, or even increase, in coming years. Sponsored by the Center for Latin American Studies.
The Latin American Briefing Series
Hosted by The University of Chicago Center for Latin American Studies, The Latin American Briefing Series is a podcast that captures live discussions from campus, where scholars and policy specialists break down the region's most pressing current affairs. Each episode is a deep dive into the social, political, and cultural dynamics shaping countries from Mexico to Argentina. You'll hear nuanced conversations that move beyond headlines, offering historical context and expert analysis on everything from electoral shifts and economic policy to artistic movements and social change. This isn't just a lecture series recorded for audio; it's an accessible entry point for anyone seeking to understand the complexities of contemporary Latin America. The podcast serves as an auditory extension of the Center's mission, fostering informed dialogue through these unfiltered talks. These recordings are made possible through collaboration, including support from a Department of Education National Resource Center grant to the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign/University of Chicago Consortium for Latin American Studies and co-sponsorship by the International House Global Voices program. Tune in for thoughtful, substantive content that treats the region with the depth and seriousness it deserves.
