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World Bank
Washington, USImpact-drivenSupranationalDevelopment CooperationSocial Impact
Impact3Sustainability Goals
Employees10,000+
About World Bank
The World Bank Group is an international organization dedicated to international development, poverty reduction, and sustainability. With over 45,000 staff worldwide, it focuses on creating jobs as the surest path out of poverty. Its initiatives include electrifying Africa, providing health services to 1.5 billion people, and supporting 300 million small-scale farmers. The organization also places strong emphasis on climate resilience and gender equity, supported by data for development to guide global progress.
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Sustainability Goals
No Poverty
Eradicating poverty through job creation and basic services
The organization identifies job creation as the surest path out of poverty. It also promotes access to essential services such as water, energy, and healthcare for vulnerable populations.
Decent Work & Economic Growth
Promoting economic growth and decent work
Initiatives like 'AgriConnect' assist 300 million small-scale farmers in building thriving agribusinesses. The 'Gender' program also unlocks economic opportunities for millions of women through digital access, finance, and jobs.
Climate Action
Climate and resilience actions for sustainable development
Through its 'Planet' focus area and reports like 'Rethinking Resilience,' the organization integrates climate action and adaptability into its development strategies, fostering resilient economies.
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Q1What is the core mission of the World Bank?+
The World Bank Group is an international organization dedicated to international development, poverty reduction, and sustainability. Its core mission focuses on creating jobs, which it identifies as the "surest path out of poverty for individuals and communities."
Q2What key initiatives does the World Bank pursue?+
The World Bank implements initiatives such as "Mission 300" to connect homes and businesses in Africa to electricity, "Health Works" to reach 1.5 billion people with health services, and "AgriConnect" to assist 300 million small-scale farmers. It also promotes economic opportunities for women through "Gender" and water security for over a billion people with "Water Forward."
Q3How is the World Bank structured and what is its size?+
The World Bank is an international organization composed of two development institutions: the IBRD and the IDA, owned by 189 member countries. With over 45,000 staff worldwide, it is one of the largest organizations in global development.
Q4Where can interested individuals find career opportunities at the World Bank?+
Career opportunities at the World Bank are available on its official careers page. Interested individuals can view and apply for open positions at https://worldbankgroup.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home?c=worldbankgroup.
Q5Which Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) does the World Bank primarily address?+
The World Bank primarily focuses on SDG 1 (No Poverty) and SDG 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth). Secondarily, it is strongly committed to SDG 13 (Climate Action), underscoring its dedication to sustainable development.
