The Human Development Index (HDI) is a tool to measure human prosperity. Learn how it works, as well as the criticisms and ...

Twenty years ago, something happened when Pablo Peña sat in Prof. Gary Becker’s doctoral-level course at the University of Chicago. As the economist lectured on human capital theory, a concept he’d ...

In the #2 Human Capital Talk Federico Rossi, Assistant Professor of Economics, University of Warwick, presented research on human capital and structural transformation. Federico Rossi introduced the ...

Inequality in Bangladesh is not just about income, but about unequal opportunities. From classrooms to hospitals to job markets, gaps in access are widening—underscoring why investing in quality human ...

Human development does not happen in a vacuum. A growing economy, an improved educational system, and better health outcomes cannot be removed from broader questions of governance, political stability ...

The strength of the U.S. military is often measured through operational metrics. Mission success rates. Equipment readiness. Technological advantage. These indicators matter, but they tell only part ...

Our communities thrive because of the dedicated, passionate leaders who work with local organizations, aging adults and families. You could be one of them! UW’s human development and family sciences ...