What are the links between #climatechange, conflict & forced displacement? Read our latest blog on the climate-refugee nexus, in which the authors outline 5 things we should consider. #EarthDay https/blogs.worldbank.org/dev4peace/five-things-consider-climate-refugees-nexus

As the impacts of #ClimateChange mount, millions of vulnerable people face disproportionate challenges in terms of extreme events, health effects, food and water security, displacement and more. Read about the social dimensions of that change: wrld.bg/LEoZ50RlJAF #EarthDay

Refugee situations tend to last. This is why long-term development is essential, along with inclusive policies. Anna Bjerde & Filippo Grandi call on changing the way we support refugees. wrld.bg/I22250QiVIZ

I welcome the decision by the board of IMF to greenlight the rechanneling of Special Drawing Rights to multilateral development banks. This could immediately unlock up to $80 billion in desperately needed finance for developing countries. Progress!

The criminalisation of same-sex relationships must end, so must all violence & discrimination against LGBTIQ+ communities. On the Int'l Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia & Transphobia & every day, let’s commit to building a world of respect, dignity & human rights for all.

🇺🇬 Uganda's innovative approach to water services for refugees and locals is a game-changer! Shifting from traditional aid to sustainable development, they partnered with World Bank and UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR) and set a global example. See how: wrld.bg/Hg8850RFxzx World Bank Water

Our partnership with UNHCR is essential as we step up our support to fragile and conflict-affected states. Grateful for Commissioner Filippo Grandi's work and look forward to ever closer collaboration between our institutions.

"We must reject what I call the narrative of impossibility."   Solutions to displacement challenges in the Americas and globally are at the forefront of our work.   High Commissioner Filippo Grandi’s statement at Georgetown University on a way forward: unhcr.org/news/speeches-…

In the latest SIPRI blog, Farah explores the critical knowledge gap on how climate change could increase the risk of urban violence. Read more ➡️bit.ly/4b8Nh5J

The Democratic Republic of Congo has over half a million refugees, adding strain to already fragile host communities. Discover how integration has increased job access for both refugees and hosts. wrld.bg/uEV150Sl61O #WorldRefugeeDay #WithRefugees

Five ways resources like the International Development Association (IDA - World Bank) can boost economic growth and transformation in Africa. Read Ajay and President of #Mauritania and African Union Chairperson, Mohamed Ould Ghazouani, Project Syndicate OpEd: wrld.bg/lUTV50SjYH0 #IDA21

This new report presents findings from projects in #Somalia🇸🇴 that exemplify how #ClimateAction can be used as a platform for reducing violent conflict over natural resources. Download➡️ doi.org/10.55163/ZZWG4…

They came from all over the world to compete for one team at #Paris2024. The Refugee Olympic Team shines as a beacon of hope, embodying the strength and dreams of over 100 million refugees. Watch their journey as they chase Olympic glory. #ForThe100Million 🫶

3rd Research Conference on Forced Displacement organized in collaboration with @UNHCR, UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, World Bank & African School of Economics will present #research and policy advancements on forced displacement, #IDPs, #stateless people & #hostcommunities. Register here: wrld.bg/GMSn50SWQie

Power in unity: Honored to chair the bi-annual Inter-Agency Standing Committee (IASC) Deputy Humanitarian Chiefs mtg. hosted by World Bank to collectively agree to: ✔️Support operations effectively ✔️Strategize innovative humanitarian financing ✔️Boost cost efficiency ✔️Advance #gender equality & empowerment

The Elders are delighted to announce that Juan Manuel Santos, former President of Colombia and Nobel Peace Laureate, is the new Chair of the organisation. Read the announcement in full: theelders.org/news/juan-manu…

.Noticentro 1 CM& ha sido un ejemplo de buen periodismo que Yamid Amat y su equipo dejan como legado. Nos hará mucha falta y todos sus fieles admiradores los recordaremos siempre.

Lançamos hoje, em Belém, uma iniciativa inédita: o Fundo de Florestas Tropicais para Sempre (TFFF). Pela primeira vez na história os países do Sul Global terão protagonismo em uma agenda de florestas. As florestas tropicais cumprem uma função essencial para o enfrentamento à

IV Cúpula CELAC–União Europeia, em Santa Marta, na Colômbia. Este encontro reúne líderes da América Latina, do Caribe e da União Europeia para avançar em temas centrais da agenda global como educação, saúde, inteligência artificial, comércio, investimentos e combate ao crime

The EU-CELAC Summit sends a clear message to the world: even in times of greatest uncertainty, Europe, Latin America and the Caribbean remain committed to dialogue instead of division, cooperation rather than confrontation and partnership over isolation x.com/i/broadcasts/1…