Agnes R. Quisumbing is an economist who is interested in the factors that enable individuals, households and communities to move out of poverty over the long term, and specifically, the role that men's and women's assets play in this process. This interest in long-term change has led her to study households in Bangladesh, Ethiopia, Guatemala, and her native Philippines over periods of 10-30 years.
About TEDx, x = independently organized event
In the spirit of ideas worth spreading, TEDx is a program of local, self-organized events that bring people together to share a TED-like experience. At a TEDx event, TEDTalks video and live speakers combine to spark deep discussion and connection in a small group. These local, self-organized events are branded TEDx, where x = independently organized TED event. The TED Conference provides general guidance for the TEDx program, but individual TEDx events are self-organized. (Subject to certain rules and regulations.)
