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Oasis landscapes underpin rural jobs, national value chains, and food and water security. The World Bank Group is supporting the Government of Morocco🇲🇦 to protect these vital ecosystems — and unlock economic opportunity where it is most needed.⁠ ⁠ ▶️ Hear from Taoufiq Bennouna, Lead Environmental Specialist at the World Bank Group. More info: worldbank.org/environment [LINK IN BIO]

🌎️ Latin America and the Caribbean holds over a third of the world's freshwater resources, yet many still struggle to access clean water, and droughts are a growing concern. How can the region turn its water wealth into a powerful engine for economic growth and job creation? ⁠ ⁠ ✅️ "Through Water Forward, we are actively engaging with countries that are ready to undertake the necessary reforms to attract a broader range of investors – and secure water for all, today and tomorrow." David Michaud, Water Practice Manager for the World Bank Group in Latin America and the Caribbean.⁠ ⁠ 👉🏼 Read the full interview: worldbank.org/lac [LINK IN BIO]

Clear Her Path: Aum Pema’s Harvest of Hope from The Kingdom of Bhutan 🌾 ✨ In the fields of Haa district BHUTAN, I met a woman who didn’t wait for change…she became it. From plowing with oxen to driving machines, building greenhouses, and leading her community. Aum Pema is not just farming; she’s redefining respect. Her children now say, “My mother feeds our village.” And that says everything. From soil to strength, from struggle to leadership, her journey reminds us of something powerful: When you clear the path for a woman, she doesn’t just walk.She brings an entire community with her. To every woman watching, you are stronger than the path. This travelogue was produced in partnership with the @worldbankgroup #ClearHerPath campaign for women’s economic empowerment. #ClearHerPath #DenkarsGetaway #bhutan #worldbank

🎨 Through their art, children shared how they see work today and how they imagine the jobs and opportunities of tomorrow. Ideas that were thoughtful, hopeful, and wonderfully imaginative. From drawings and paintings to photography, digital, and AI art, young artists explored the many meanings of work with creativity and insight. ⁠ 🖼️ Explore the complete virtual gallery of the World Bank Group Children’s Art Prize: artprize.worldbankgroup.org [LINK IN BIO]

A real shift is happening in women's economic opportunity — and the data tell a striking story. The countries making the biggest leaps are ones that started with the largest gaps: Egypt🇪🇬, Madagascar🇲🇬, Somalia🇸🇴, Oman🇴🇲, Jordan🇯🇴, and the Kyrgyz Republic🇰🇬. They're removing barriers to work, closing pay gaps, expanding parental leave, and putting more women in leadership.⁠ ⁠ 📚️ Download the 2026 Women, Business and the Law report: wbl.worldbank.org [LINK IN BIO]⁠

☑️ What are your job aspirations? What does dignified work look like where you live? What needs to change? The World Bank Group is launching a video challenge for young people in fragile and conflict-affected settings. The best videos will be featured at the Fragility Forum 2026 opening plenary, and selected creators get to ask a question LIVE. ⁠ ⁠ 👉🏼 Submit your short video by May 24! LINK IN BIO

🔙 80 years ago, the first World Bank Board of Executive Directors met, establishing a system of collective decision making that continues to guide the institution’s work. From 18 Directors representing 37 countries to 25 Directors representing 189 members today, the Board has remained central to shaping priorities, guiding operations, and delivering results. ⁠ ⁠ 🌐 As we mark this milestone, we look ahead, building on this legacy to meet the challenges of the future and continue driving development impact. Learn more about our history: worldbank.org/archives [LINK IN BIO]⁠ ⁠ #worldbankgroup #internationaldevelopment #internationalcooperation #economicgrowth

🌐 The Atlas of Global Development is an interactive data storytelling platform bringing together 121,000+ data points spanning 75 years and 200+ economies — showing not just where countries are in their development journey, but how fast they are moving across five dimensions: People, Planet, Prosperity, Infrastructure, and Digital. 📊 Explore 12 immersive stories and 95 data visualizations: worldbank.org/data [LINK IN BIO]⁠ ⁠ #internationaldevelopment #economicgrowth #dataviz #interactivedata

In a world of artificial intelligence, deepfakes, and instant answers, what knowledge really mean? Tech journalist Jamie Bartlett @jamiejbartlett explains how to use AI without being misled. 👉🏼 Listen to the latest episode of The Development Podcast: worldbank.org/podcast [LINK IN BIO]

"For job creation, you need the private sector to be the driver. That requires certainty, regulatory certainty, macro stability, and also leveling the playing field. The business enabling environment in Egypt is offering a lot of incentives for the private sector to take the lead." 👉🏼 Hear from Ahmed Rostom, Egypt’s Minister of Planning and Economic Development🇪🇬⁠ ⁠ #jobcreation #economicgrowth #publicpolicies #privatesector

🤩 Attention young leaders, innovators, and change-makers from around the world: Last days to apply to be a delegate for the World Bank Group Youth Summit 2026! Applications for virtual attendance will close by May 11th ➡️ worldbank.org/youthsummit [LINK IN BIO]⁠ ⁠ Under this year’s theme, 𝘍𝘶𝘵𝘶𝘳𝘦 𝘞𝘰𝘳𝘬𝘴: 𝘋𝘦𝘴𝘪𝘨𝘯𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘑𝘰𝘣𝘴 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘋𝘪𝘨𝘪𝘵𝘢𝘭 𝘈𝘨𝘦, the Youth Summit will take place online and in-person on 11–12 June 2026 at our headquarters in Washington, DC, convening youth aged 18–35 to explore solutions to one of the most pressing global challenges: creating jobs for the next generation. ⁠ ⁠ ✔ Be part of a prestigious global platform for youth-driven impact and innovation.⁠ ✔ Gain insights from industry leaders, policymakers, and development professionals.⁠ ✔ Expand your global network with like-minded individuals and experts.⁠ ✔Join a network of 10,000+ alumni coming from 170+ countries. All delegates receive an official certificate of participation.⁠ ✔ Enhance your leadership, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills in a dynamic and engaging environment.⁠⁠ ⁠ #youthempowerment #youthsummit #innovativesolutions #wbgyouthsummit #worldbankgroup

💫 Development work starts from within. At the Spring Meetings, around 4,000 World Bank Group colleagues — from Washington, DC to country offices across the globe — gathered for our All-Staff Webcast to connect, exchange ideas, and sharpen focus on the priorities shaping development. This is what one global team looks like in action. ⁠ ⁠ 👉🏼 #WBGmeetings: Watch the full series of event replays exploring how policy reform, partnerships, and data‑driven tools can deliver real‑world impact across sectors: worldbank.org/meetings [LINK IN BIO]