The 2023 Pearson Global Forum | Disparity Fri., October 20, 2023 | 8:00 AM — 6:15 PM David Rubenstein Forum 1201 E 60th Street Chicago, IL 60637 United States A thin line divides human realities, yet the fundamental desire for simple human existence remains the same. Existing disparity is sending ripple effects throughout the world as we grapple with refugees of war and climate, despotic governments, and both new and protracted global conflicts. It is essential to find paths towards resolution, peace, and stability. The Pearson Global Forum will convene leading scholars and high-level policymakers from around the world to exchange ideas and maximize the potential for impact in preventing and resolving conflicts and informing policy. Learn More RSVP Recent News More news Q&A: Professor Steven Durlauf on Tariffs, Trade, and Trump Wed., March 12, 2025 How Much Is Enough?: A Stone Center Event Discusses Whether Billionaires Should Exist Fri., March 07, 2025 James A. Robinson to Present 2025 Ryerson Lecture on April 23 Thu., March 06, 2025