Prof. Dr. Iskra Beleva, works at the Institute for Economic Research of BAS, Department of Macroeconomics. Shee teaches in master's programs at NBU and Sofia University "St. Cl. Ohridski ”. She is the author of articles, studies and books on labor market issues. Participates in international projects within European programs, the World Bank and the International Labor Organization. She is a consultant on labor market issues of a number of national and international institutions, a member of scientific networks at the European Commission on labor mobility and on employment and gender equality. Coordinates international projects under the UN Development Program.