Department of Demography and Geodemography

The Department of Demography and Geodemography is the only department in the Czech Republic with an accredited study programme in demography at all levels of study.

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prof. RNDr. Jiřina Kocourková, Ph.D.

+420 221 95 1419

jirina.kocourkova@natur.cuni.cz

Albertov 6, 3NP, room 223

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Jiřina Kocourková Appointed Professor

Jiřina Kocourková Appointed Professor

Published: Tuesday 1.7.2025

RNDr. Jiřina Kocourková, Ph.D., from the Department of Demography and Geodemography at the Faculty of Science, Charles University, has been appointed full professor in the field of demography by the President of the Czech Republic.

Czechia has recorded the lowest number of births. Deník N investigates why with insights from demographers

Czechia has recorded the lowest number of births. Deník N investigates why with insights from demographers

Published: Monday 30.6.2025

In 2024, Czechia saw the lowest number of births since records began in 1785. Deník N has published an in-depth series of articles exploring the causes and implications, featuring perspectives from experts in obstetrics, economics, sociology, social geography and demography.

Professor Kocourková at the Family Policy Forum 2025

Professor Kocourková at the Family Policy Forum 2025

Published: Saturday 14.6.2025

On June 11–12, 2025, the Family Policy Forum 2025 took place at the Gong Multifunctional Centre in Ostrava, gathering experts from research institutions, public administration, and practice. The event featured three main programme sections, nineteen discussion panels, and over one hundred distinguished guests.

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