Mapping inequalities through the life course
Investigates how causes of inequality differ across local, regional and national levels, and across life time and cohorts
Studies inequalities in different life domains such as education, family and labour market, and the interdependence between them
Analyses inequalities over the life course from early childhood, education, school-to-work transitions, to mid-life careers
Examines how societal shocks, such as the Great Recession of 2007–2008 and the covid-19 pandemic affected social inequalities
Investigates intersectionality of social inequalities according to gender, family structure and migration background
Mapineq Link:
Explore geospatial disparities with our interactive mapping tool
“This innovative and unique tool can be used to explore and analyse regional distribution of socioeconomic inequalities using diverse data sources and advanced analytical methods. This is a huge step forward from the nation-level comparisons that researchers and decision-makers have relied on until now“.
Professor Jani Erola, Mapineq project coordinator
“Mapineq Link is a fundamentally different interactive tool that harmonises geospatial data, from pollution to real-time information on housing prices, to tackle local disparities and promote equality throughout the life course. This groundbreaking tool is a crucial step towards a new equality of place”.
Professor Melinda Mills, Mapineq Link project lead
Latest news:
Blog – Leveling the playing field: Why where you live and who you are matter in your later career
A new study shows how regional differences, along with factors like family structure, education, and health, affect older adults’ employment and financial security in Europe, highlighting significant inequalities and the need for targeted policy interventions.
Welcoming Regions: Creating conditions for starting and sustaining family life
The webinar delved into the latest family-related research in the UK to discuss how to better support families, and those who would like to start a family in the country. Experts presented data, practical examples and strategies for addressing local challenges to revitalise communities.
Blog – Parental income still influences who gets a degree in nordic countries
A new Mapineq study challenges long-held assumptions about how children’s future education is shaped—not just by their parents’ qualifications, but by the money flowing through their household during childhood.
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