Call for Papers: World Bank Land and Property Research Conference
The World Bank’s Research Department invites submission of papers featuring academic research on all aspects of land governance and institutions and their impact on shared economic growth, resilience, private investment, job creation, and poverty reduction.
Papers that combine administrative, remotely sensed, and survey data are particularly welcome.
The research conference will be held from April 29 to May 1, 2026 at World Bank Headquarters in Washington, DC, USA.
Important dates
Deadline for paper submission: 16 November 2025
Communication of paper acceptance: 12 January 2026
Opening of conference registration: 12 January 2026
Final paper submission: 12 April 2026
