Program Overview

Finance 4 Development

The Finance 4 Development program is a summer school that delves into financial instruments that drive global sustainable development. The program discovers how funding for the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) is structured, examining both its strengths and limitations.

Program Description

The summer school takes place from June 29 to July 3, 2026, and combines macroeconomic and political economy perspectives for a comprehensive understanding. Participants will learn about the gaps and challenges in designing and implementing financial mechanisms for sustainable development.

Program Details

• The program is part of the Antwerp Summer University.
• It can be paired with another summer school through Antwerp Summer University Combinations.
• The summer school takes place at the same venue and time as the EADI conference "Shaping Sustainable Futures: global challenges, glocal solutions".
• Participants of the summer school have access to all activities that take place during the conference.

Organizers

• The program is organized by the Institute of Development Studies.

Research Areas

• Financial instruments for sustainable development
• Funding for the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
• Macroeconomic perspectives
• Political economy perspectives

Fee and Scholarships

• The program has a fee, and scholarships are available.
• For more information on the fee and scholarships, please refer to the program's fee and scholarships section.