The workshop “Polarisation, Segregation and Inequality: Unifying Different Perspectives”, hosted by the Complexity Science Hub Vienna, brings together leading researchers from the Dutch Institute for Emergent Phenomena and CSH on May 11–12, 2026, in Vienna. The event focuses on advancing interdisciplinary, data-driven approaches to understanding key societal challenges such as polarization, segregation, and inequality.

By combining insights from socio-economic system modelling, complexity science, and related disciplines, the workshop aims to foster exchange between different research perspectives and promote the development of integrative frameworks. Through a mix of talks and interactive discussions, participants will explore underlying mechanisms, potential policy interventions, and innovative modelling strategies to better capture and anticipate societal dynamics. The workshop ultimately seeks to strengthen collaboration across disciplines and institutions, contributing to a deeper and more unified understanding of these pressing global issues.