Join us for Less is More: Can Degrowth Save the World
The Documentary will go for 26 minutes and will be followed by a panel with the filmaker Alvaro, Professor Fabrizio Carmignani and Dr Anita Wheeldon from UniSQ.
Documentary description
A group of academics and activists are questioning the possibility of endless economic growth on a finite planet and are advocating for a bold solution: degrowth. Originating in France, the degrowth movement has spread to places like Japan, the UK and Barcelona, taking root in academia, grassroots organisations and among university students. The movement argues for a 'democratisation of the economy' and for collectively managing key resources, like housing. Critics argue that opposing economic growth is impractical and warn of negative consequences, especially for the most vulnerable. This documentary takes a look at the theory - and asks what the practice might look like.
Alvaro's bio
Alvaro Alvarez is a journalist and documentary filmmaker with over 15 years of experience creating a wide range of content, from short digital videos to international documentaries. Born in Argentina and raised in Spain, Alvaro joined the BBC World Service in London in 2011 after working for the Spanish newspaper El País in Spain. Throughout his career, he has covered a variety of issues, travelling to countries such as Cuba, Mexico, Peru, China, and Egypt. In his latest documentary for the BBC, focused on "degrowth economics", he delves into the movement in Barcelona, examining both the academic aspects and the real-world efforts of those implementing degrowth principles in their daily lives. His experience with this documentary has fueled his interest in covering more stories related to climate justice and the wellbeing economy.
Fabrizio's bio
Fabrizio Carmignani is a Professor of Economics, Head of School, and Dean of the Business School at the University of Southern Queensland. He obtained his PhD from the University of Glasgow, he also holds a Research Doctorate from the Catholic University in Milano. From 2002 to 2008 he worked as an economist for the United Nations. His roles at the U.N. included the position of Head Economist in the Central African Office of the UN Economic Commission for Africa and First Economist in the Trade, Finance and Investment Division of the UN Economic Commission for Africa. He moved to the University of Queensland in 2009, then to Griffith University in 2012, where he was Dean (Academic) of the Griffith Business School from 2017 to 2023. In September 2023 he joined the University of Southern Queensland. Fabrizio's areas of research include economic development, growth, macroeconomic policies, and political economics. He has maintained his association with the U.N. system, most recently consulting for the Office of the High Representative for the Least Developed Countries, Landlocked Developing Countries, and Small Island Developing States. He is a regular contributor to the policy debate in the media
Anita's bio
Dr Anita Louise Wheeldon has a prime research focus and passion for the future of universities, Business Schools, and business education as a lever for societal change. Anita has conducted extensive research into the comparable work experiences of academic and professional staff, investigating how these experiences shape their lived experiences, and influence the way universities are structured and their inner workings. Her work is driven by her dedication to exploring the role of universities and business practices in impacting and designing a sustainable future. Anita sees purpose in the need to research, teach, and continue learning in ways that produce new thinking and that plays a part in the extraordinarily work of solving the problems of our world – known, emerging and yet undiscovered. Anita has worked in the university sector for over 15 years as both a professional staff member and academic, contributing to the university as a senior leader. Anita also actively contributes to the global higher education research community.
WHEN
February 18, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
CONTACT
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