 Each year WBFN organizes a series of six to eightInformation Seminars on topics useful to families of World Bank Group staff: WBG benefits, estate law, wills, taxes, family law and immigration. Expert and specialist speakers are invited to provide an overview of the topic and answer questions. Guest speakers may be Bank staff from, for example, the Bank's Benefits office or Pension Administration. Other speakers are professionals from outside the Bank, for example from legal or accounting firms.
Seminars are scheduled between September and May and most take place at the World Bank, generally around noontime. Seminars last from one to two hours. Advance registration is requested. For more information and/ or to register for a seminar, see the Mosaic newsletter or the calendar on this website. You will need the WBFN members' password to access the website calendar details. You may also contact the WBFN office at 202-473-8751 or email Family Network. Be sure to include your name, email address and telephone number. |
 Estate Planning in the US: how to be prepared in the event of a family crisis
Work Authorization for spouses with G-4 Visas
Family Building Options: what you've always wanted to know about adoption
Estate Tax in the US
US Income Tax: preparing and paying
World Bank Benefits: what you need to know
Retirement: why careful planning ahead is so crucial
How to qualify for permanent residence in the US
Family Law in the US: your rights and responsibilities |
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Estate Planning in the US: how to be prepared in the event of a family crisis
Guest Speakers: Trust and Estate Attorneys
It cannot be emphasized enough how important it is to be aware of US law in this regard,to understand your options and prepare for them. Conscientious planning in the preparation of documents such as wills, power of attorney etc. can make a considerable difference regardless of length of stay in the US. |
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Work Authorization for spouses with G-4 Visas
Guest Speakers: World Bank Human Resources Officers or Attorneys
The process of applying for work authorization can take a long time. For many this can mean a great deal of frustration in the job search and with the chances of landing a job at the level of their qualifications. This presentation will clarify where the difficulties typically lie. |
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Family Building Options: what you've always wanted to know about adoption
Guest Speakers: Hilary Neiman, Esq, and Jenny Martinez, LGSW with the National Adoption and Surrogacy Center, LLC
Debbie Riley, M.S., a marriage and family therapist and Executive Director of the Center for Adoption Support and Education, Inc.
This presenation is for those of you who are interested in adoption or surrogacy but don't know where to start, who want to expand on your family but are concerned you can't because of visa status or age. It will also introduce post-adoption support, and what you need to know after finalizing the adoption. |
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Estate Tax in the US
Guest Speakers: Tax Accountants
A presentation on how U.S. estate tax rules impact non-US nationals. Other topics include how residency and non-residency status is determined and how assets subject to the special tax rules for non U.S. nationals are applied, etc. Careful planning can result in significantly lower estate taxes. |
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US Income Tax: preparing and paying
Guest Speakers: Tax Accountants
A presentation on income tax planning and compliance for non-US citizens, including determination of tax resident status and the taxation of resident tax payers versus non-resident tax payers. Special attention will be paid to income sourcing rules for non-residents and planning strategies for couples when one spouse is a citizen or resident and the other is not. |
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World Bank Benefits: what you need to know
Guest Speaker: World Bank Human Resources Benefits Officer
This seminar is an excellent opportunity for WBFN members to be updated on any recent changes and to get a better understanding of how WBG benefits work for them. The speaker will present a thorough overview of most of the benefits. A whole range of benefits apply in different ways depending on each case and each situation. Don't miss this opportunity to better familiarize yourself with the benefits available to you and your family. |
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Retirement: why careful planning ahead is so crucial
Guest Speaker: World Bank Pension Administration Officer
This presentation will help you better understand your options and point out issues of particular importance. This is also an opportunity to ask questions and get clarification on certain aspects of the World Bank retirement plan. |
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How to qualify for permanent residence in the US
Guest Speakers: Immigration Attorneys
There are many ways to qualify for permanent residence in the US Well ahead of applying, it is crucial to know and understand what exactly is required in your own particular situation in order to plan accordingly. Details include travel, resident mission, your children's education, etc. The speakers will present an extensive overview of the options available to you and answer your questions. |
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Family Law in the US: your rights and responsibilities
Guest Speaker: Family Law Attorneys
This seminar will cover aspects of US law that you need to know but may not regarding: parenting your children or teens, marital difficulties, and more. |
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