Guy Standing speaks on Universal Basic Income Wed 11 Feb, Auckland

Tomorrow night AAAP is hosting a public meeting with Professor Guy Standing, co-founder of the Basic Income Earth Network which promotes the concept of a UBI (Universal Basic Income) internationally.

The meeting takes place 6.00-8.00pm Wednesday 11 February, Onehunga Community Centre, 83 Church St, Onehunga.

Members of the public are welcome to attend.

Guy Standing is a development studies professor at London University, co-founder of the Basic Income Earth Network and author of recently published book A precariat charter: from denizens to citizens.

“This is a chance to hear about UBI from one of the world’s most knowledgeable and respected advocates,” says AAAP spokesperson Sue Bradford.

“The idea of a UBI has been talked about off and on in New Zealand over the last few decades but has never really gained much traction.

“The most visible version of a UBI here is Gareth Morgan’s ‘Big Kahuna’, but our group has considerable problems with it, in part because it would leave many people who are currently beneficiaries in an even worse position than they are at present.

“We are looking forward to hearing Guy Standing share his knowledge and experience of working with UBI networks internationally, and to the questions and discussion which will follow his presentation.

“Anyone who shares our interest is cordially invited to join us tomorrow evening.”

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