Society for Longitudinal and Lifecourse Studies (SLLS) Annual Conference 2025
CONFERENCE DATES: 8 – 10 SEPTEMBER 2025
Post-conference workshops: 11 September 2025
Hosted by the University of Fribourg, Switzerland
“Life Course Transitions and Patterns: Stronger Evidence for Better Policies“
The conference will explore the complex dynamics between policies and life course transitions and patterns. We will explore the multifaceted impact of social, family, occupational, healthcare, economic and environmental policies on the lives of individuals.
Key areas of inquiry may include the effectiveness of pension systems, workplace policies and practices, equitable access to healthcare, suitable housing provisions, robust social services, and the central roles of governments and organizations in cultivating supportive environments for populations.
VENUE ADDRESS: Boulevard de Pérolles 90, 1700 Fribourg, Switzerland.
BUILDINGS: Pérolles 21 and Pérolles 22 (salle Joseph Deiss)
FRIBOURG TRAIN STATION: Avenue de la Gare, 1700 Fribourg, Switzerland.
University of Fribourg Ombuds Office
The University of Fribourg Ombudsman service is a resource that can be accessed by the participants of the 2025 SLLS Conference. If you are confronted with a difficult or even conflictual situation, or if you face bullying or harassment, or if you need advice, you can contact the service by email at mediation@unifr.ch.
Scientific Committee Members:
Dale Dannefer
Ben Edwards
Ludovica Gambaro
Jessica Ordemann
Lisa Calderwood
Stéphane Cullati
Susan Morton
Tim Liao
Konrad Turek
Thomas O’Toole
Tony Robertson
Meena Kumari
Noura Insolera
Kaspar Burger
Bram Vanhoutte
Cornelia Wagner
Local Organizing Committee Members:
Murielle Bruelhart
Stéphane Cullati
Cornelia Wagner
Catherine Girard
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