The IDB – WOLACS is a series of workshops focused on academic research, socio-economic projects and business related to Latin American and Caribbean countries. It is organized by the Nippon Foundation Scholars Association and the Inter-American Development Bank Office in Asia with the support of Nippon Foundation. The IDB – WOLACS will be held several times a year and is an opportunity for graduate and undergraduate students as well as young professionlas to:

1. Present their research or projects related to LAC issues;

2. Exchange information and expand their professional network; and

3. Interact with national and international organizations.

Also, the workshop is an opportunity for people involved in research, projects and business as well as policy makers to get acquainted with the latest research related to this region and to connect to people in their own fields.