LIVE Webinar: Impact of Romantic Relationships on Delayed Marriage and Singlehood in Asia
LIVE Webinar: Impact of Romantic Relationships on Delayed Marriage and Singlehood in Asia
Impact of Romantic Relationships on Delayed Marriage and Singlehood in Asia
| Date: | Thursday, 30 October 2025 |
| Time (Check your local time): | 07:00–08:00 UTC |
| 10:30–11:30 IRST | |
| 12:30–13:30 IST | |
| 15:00–16:00 SGT | |
| Format: | LIVE Webinar |
The Asian Population Association (APA) Scientific Group invites members and researchers to join this insightful webinar exploring the social and demographic dimensions of changing marriage patterns in Asia.
Recent demographic trends show a persistent delay in first marriage and a growing number of individuals remaining single. This webinar provides a critical platform to discuss the underlying social and behavioral factors—particularly those related to pre-marital intimacy and relationships—that are driving these profound changes.
Key Speakers & Research Focus:
Dr. F. Khalajabadi Farahani will discuss the shifting value of marriage (salience) and the
premarital relationships among elite women in Tehran, Iran.
Dr. K.G. Santhya will present findings from a longitudinal study in India, analyzing how
engagement in pre-marital romantic and sexual relationships influences young people's
marriage trajectories.
Moderator: Dr. Shireen Jejeebhoy (IIPS, Mumbai)
Registration is FREE and mandatory to attend! Secure your spot to gain vital insights into this evolving demographic phenomenon.
➡️ Register here: https://forms.gle/Uo1nFjHav8x5q4bU7
For more details, please visit the APA website: WWW.ASIANPA.ORG/SCIENTIFIC-GROUPS-CATEGORY or contact the APA Secretariat at
