At halftime is the world bank our star player?
We stand at a pivotal halfway mark in our journey towards achieving the Global Goals. Yet, there’s a daunting $4 trillion annual gap in the funds we need to ensure a better future by 2030. But here’s the silver lining: institutions like the World Bank can bridge nearly a quarter of this gap!
What is the World Bank?
Established nearly 80 years ago by a coalition of Western nations, the World Bank is a vital international financial institution. Its primary mission is to provide loans and grants to governments and private enterprises, helping them finance programs that stimulate economic development, reduce poverty and combat climate change. With its global reach, the Bank plays a pivotal role in shaping the financial strategies and infrastructures of nations around the world.
What has it promised?
Under the progressive leadership of President Ajay Banga, the World Bank has renewed its commitment to becoming better first, then bigger. Recognizing the urgent need for holistic development, the Bank has expanded its mandate to include both climate change and sustainable growth. The promise is clear: to evolve, innovate, and drive a financial agenda that truly serves the global community and its pressing challenges.
What can you do?
Your voice and action matter! Engage with global movements and campaigns that focus on holding the World Bank accountable to these promises. Stay informed about its projects, policies, and promises. Advocate for your government to see the World Bank as a worthy investment for a brighter future. By uniting our efforts and ensuring transparency and commitment from the Bank, we can pave the way for a more equitable and sustainable world.
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This short film shows the many ways that investing in funds like IDA (the World Bank’s people and planet fund) can deliver smart, long-term wins for all of us. Because investing in our world is investing in everyone’s future.
What is IDA?
The leaders of the G20 countries hold the key to unlock a brighter future. Sign the petition today to demand action and join the global movement for people and planet. Together, we can make our voices heard and shape a future we can all believe in.
Hold the G20 accountable:
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Climate change is doing irreversible harm to people and our planet. The biggest polluters, who are raking in record profits and amassing huge fortunes, must pay for the climate crisis they created and the cost of building a fairer future.
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Financial institutions like the World Bank and the IMF hold the key to unlocking resources for a healthier planet and a fairer world. But they need an upgrade!
A letter to G20 Leaders
Global financial institutions like the World Bank and the IMF can help mobilise the funding needed to tackle the polycrisis and achieve the Global Goals, but they need a reboot. Read our open letter to #DearG20 leaders calling for reform.
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Listen to Mia
Prime Minister Mia Mottley is leading the calls to upgrade institutions like the World Bank, making them more responsive to the needs of people and planet. She has a plan and the world needs to listen to her.
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WELCOME AJAY BANGA
The World Bank has a new President, Ajay Banga. He can be a champion for people and planet, but only with the support of his shareholders. Join us in calling on the World Bank to #FreeTheFunds.
