16 July 2021
Expert meeting on nowcasting and mid-term projections through microsimulation models
online courseThe Expert meeting on nowcasting and mid-term projections through microsimulation models will explore best practices to update the input data of microsimulation models, with the aim to obtain timely and updated projections on income distribution and the effects of policies. This is particularly relevant in the wake of the Covid-19 employment shock and related government support policies.
Course leader
ISER, University of Essex
Target group
The meeting brings together academics, researchers in supra-national and international organisations and data providers, with expertise in tax-benefit microsimulation modelling and related data issues.
Course aim
The objective of the expert meeting is to offer a forum for discussing recent advances in nowcasting techniques, allowing participants to discuss strengths and weaknesses of the different approaches, as well as data and methodological issues. The expert meeting will also facilitate networking and national and international collaborations.
Fee info
EUR 0: Participation is free of charge. The number of participants is not limited, as it is an online event. But you have to complete the registration form to attend and receive the link of the meeting.