The purpose of the association is the promotion of science and research.
Equal Opportunities Officer The Verein fuer Socialpolitik supports the promotion of women in economics. Person in charge is Univ.-Prof.in Dr.in Doris Weichselbaumer. The term of the Equal Opportunities Officer…
Two auditors are appointed by the membership for a term of office of two years. Prof Dr Gunther Friedl and Prof Dr Jochen Hundsdoerfer serve as auditors for the Verein für Socialpolitik on a voluntary basis. Prof…
The possibilities for studying economics are manifold. Many universities try to set thematic priorities in their faculties, which is also reflected in the range of courses offered. To get a first overview of the…
The VfS promotes young academics. This is why the association established the position of a Commissioner for Career Development. Commissioner for Career Development Prof. Dr. Christian…
The Gossen Award, an award of 10,000 €, is awarded every year to honor a German-speaking economist working in central Europe, whose work has gained international reputation and renown. The aim of the award is…
The Gustav Stolper Award is awarded to outstanding scientists who have employed the findings of economic research to influence the public debate on economic issues and problems, and have made important contributions…
Every year at its annual conference, the Verein für Socialpolitik awards the Reinhard Selten Prize (Young Author Best Paper Award), worth €3,000, for papers that stand out in particular for their originality,…
The Verein für Socialpolitik awards members who have rendered outstanding merits to the association with a medal of honour. The medal of honour is named after one of the founding fathers and long-standing chairman of…
The Verein für Socialpolitik assigns various prizes and awards. As the umbrella organization of German-speaking economists, the Verein für Socialpolitik considers one of its primary tasks to honor outstanding…