Call for papers

Invitation to the thematic block of the Stanovništvo scientific journal

 

Demographic challenges and economic development

Guest Editor:

Dr. Marijana Maksimović / Institute of Social Sciences, Belgrade

Economic and demographic factors are key elements for understanding and shaping the sustainable development of modern society. The interconnectedness of these factors is clearly reflected through economic indicators such as GDP per capital, which directly depends on the demographic characteristics of the population, such as its structure and dynamics. The population of a country is simultaneously a producer and consumer of goods and services, thus directly influencing economic activities and living conditions. Changes in the population, including aging, migration and changes in the composition of the workforce, have a significant impact on economic performance, public spending and social systems. Demographic changes affect demand, the labor market, health care and pension systems, making them important research topics in the context of economic development.

The goal of this thematic block is to connect demographic research with economic analyzes through an interdisciplinary approach and provide useful recommendations for the creation of public policies aimed at sustainable growth and development of society.

Authors are invited to contribute papers on the following topics:

  • Economic perspective: the impact of demographic changes on macroeconomic and microeconomic indicators, savings, consumption, employment and the labor market.
  • Demographic approach: demographic transition, human capital, population structure, fertility, migration and population policy.
  • Sociological phenomena: education, reproductive health, care for vulnerable groups, consumption in old age and pension systems.
  • Legal point of view: legal framework for work, social and pension protection, and compliance with economic and demographic changes.
  • Historical approach: population trends and economic changes in historical perspective.
  • Recommendations for policy makers: strategies for demographic and economic sustainability, population health, labor market flexibility and public welfare.

Application Guidelines:

A summary of up to 200 words in English should be sent (through this form) no later than September 1, 2025.

Notice of Acceptance by September 15, 2025.

The deadline for submitting the complete paper is December 15, 2025.

Papers can be submitted in Serbian or English through the online platform of Stanovništvo scientific journal. Papers will be subject to standard peer review.