Jena, 02.07.2026 – The long-term security of old-age provision is one of the most pressing socio-political issues of our time. While other social topics in Jena, such as the recent donation by Böttcher AG to the association Grenzenlos, are currently attracting attention, the Friedrich-Schiller-Universität will soon host a lecture on a topic that affects every citizen.
- Topic: The Future of Pensions – Reform Proposals of the Pension Commission
- Speaker: Prof. Dr. Silke Übelmesser (Member of the Commission)
- Date: Tuesday, July 7, 2026
- Time: 6:00 PM
- Location: Hörsaal 4, Carl-Zeiß-Straße 3, 07743 Jena
- Admission: Public and free of charge
- Directions: Carl-Zeiß-Straße 3 on Google Maps
First-hand Expertise: Prof. Dr. Silke Übelmesser
The event focuses on the expertise of Prof. Dr. Silke Übelmesser. The renowned Jena-based public finance economist holds the Chair of Public Finance at the Friedrich-Schiller-Universität Jena. As an appointed member of the national pension commission (Alterssicherungskommission), she was directly involved in drafting the reforms submitted to the Federal Government at the end of June. Her scientific focus lies particularly in the areas of old-age provision, demographic change, and the sustainability of social security systems.
In her lecture, the economist will highlight the multi-layered challenges and explain in an accessible manner how statutory, occupational, and private old-age provision can be reformed. The lecture is explicitly aimed at the general public; a discussion will follow the presentation.
🎭 Background: The Pension Commission and its 33 Recommendations
The Pension Commission (Alterssicherungskommission) appointed by the Federal Government is tasked with developing reliable paths for the long-term security of pension systems. At the end of June, the independent body, consisting of experts from science, politics, and social partners, submitted its final report.
This report contains a total of 33 specific recommendations. Core points include the stabilization of the pension level, the adjustment of age limits in line with life expectancy, and improved incentives for occupational and private supplementary provision to counteract the threat of old-age poverty caused by demographic change.
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Lecture on the future of pensions at the University of Jena
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