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Flare Seminar by Teodora Boneva (University of Bonn)

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Series: LISER Research Seminar

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Flare Seminar by Teodora Boneva (University of Bonn)

When:

TUE, 6 OCT 2026

From:

11:00 AM

To:

12:30 PM

Where:

Hybrid

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Luxembourg Institute of Socio-Economic Research (LISER)

11, Porte des Sciences | L-4366 Esch/Alzette

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LISER 1st floor, Conference room (Jane Jacobs)

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Teodora Boneva

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This is a hybrid event. The link will be provided upon registration.

Are men’s preferences for couple equity misperceived? Evidence from six countries

Abstract: Using representative survey data from 24,000 respondents across six countries, we explore the actual and perceived preferences of men for couple equity. In all countries, the majority of men prefer an equitable division of tasks within the household, yet the actual share of men preferring couple equity is systematically underestimated. The perceived shares vary substantially across the population, and they are positively associated with respondents’ own preferences for couple equity. Providing respondents with truthful information about the actual share of men preferring couple equity in their country shifts beliefs, preferences for couple equity, and the willingness to pay for it.

JEL: J22, J13, I26

Keywords: Subjective expectations, pluralistic ignorance, identity, norms, couple equity, parental labor supply

Speaker

Teodora Boneva

University of Bonn

Teodora Boneva is Professor of Applied Microeconomics at the University of Bonn and a Faculty Member of the Cluster of Excellence ECONtribute: Markets and Public Policy. Specializing in economics and behavioral science, she conducts research on human behavior, evaluates public policy, and explores public attitudes towards evidence-based policies. A focus of her research lies in understanding how beliefs and societal expectations shape behavior and influence support for public policies. Building on these insights, she aims to identify policies that enhance social mobility, advance gender equality, or promote climate action. She conducts field experiments and large-scale, cross-country surveys, assessing which policy solutions are effective and politically feasible.

The FLARE Research Lecture Series on Contemporary Challenges is supported by the Luxembourg National Research Fund (19466989).

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When:

TUE, 6 OCT 2026

From:

11:00 AM

To:

12:30 PM

Where:

Luxembourg Institute of Socio-Economic Research (LISER)

11, Porte des Sciences | L-4366 Esch/Alzette

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LISER 1st floor, Conference room (Jane Jacobs)

Secure your spot today!

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