Publications
Connecting People and Ideas... Through its impartial, independent and timely analysis of economic problems on the one hand and a well-established publications process on the other, ERF seeks maximize impact of development research and to inform policy debate and policy discussions. Our portfolio includes a Series of Working Papers and Series of Policy Reports, Policy Briefs and Policy Perspectives.
Latest ERF Publications
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Short-Term Impacts of Unconditional Cash Transfers on Child Labor and Schooling in Turkey: Evidence from the Family Support Program
Unconditional cash transfers (UCTs) have become a worldwide tool for poverty alleviation and social protection.... Read More
The Causal Effect of 2012 Compulsory Education Law on NEET in Türkiye: A Regression Discontinuity Design
In 2012, the Turkish government extended compulsory education from eight to twelve years. This article... Read More
The Effect of International Sanctions on the Size of the Middle Class in Iran
This study examines the impact of international economic sanctions, imposed on Iran due to its... Read More
Impact of Ongoing Conflict and Pathways to Recovery in Sudan
In response to the 2023 conflict in Sudan and its extensive socio-economic repercussions, this study... Read More
The Long Shadow of PKK Conflict in Turkey
This study examines the long-term effects of the PKK conflict in Turkey, using a difference-in-differences... Read More
Youth ‘Not in Education, Employment, or Training’ (NEET) in North Africa: Do Household Structure, Subjective Factors, and Political Dimensions Affect NEET Outcomes Differently by Gender
Youth's life paths have become increasingly challenging, especially for those classified as "Not in Education,... Read More
Operationalising Social Contracts: Towards an Index of Government Deliverables
The international development debate is increasingly referring to the notion of the “social contract” –... Read More
Politicians on the Boards of Firm Directors in the MENA Countries: Do Connections Affect Confidence in Business Sales?
This study examines the relationship between firms’ political connections and their confidence in achieving enhanced... Read More
The Social Contract and Collective Action: Grievances, Cleavages, and Protests in Tunisia and Lebanon
The article examines how citizens’ expectations in social contracts lead them to take to the... Read More