The growth of civil society has been one of the most significant trends in international development. This website will provide you with information and materials on the World Bank's evolving relationship with civil society. More  | |  | Is There Scope for Civil Society Participation in Bank Training Programs?
The results of a new World Learning study, conducted in partnership with the World Bank’s Global Civil Society Team, suggest that by expanding the reach of its external learning and training opportunities to incorporate representatives from civil society, the World Bank Group can further improve its development effectiveness, as well as strengthen its relations with CSOs ... Story |
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What's New!  COMMENT: World Bank Group's Work on Climate Change - The consultation draft of the Concept and Issues Paper: Towards a Strategic Framework on Climate Change and Development for The World Bank Group (SFCCD) was reviewed by the Bank's Board of Executive Directors on Thursday, March 20, 2008. The global consultation process will allow the Bank Group to elaborate the full SFCCD for the World Bank Group, for presentation to the Board in September and subsequent discussion at the 2008 Annual Meetings. The consultation period will run through June 30, 2008. Concept and Issues Paper is now available in English but will soon be translated in 5 more languages. General comments on the draft are welcome, while a detailed consultation schedule is being developed. More
 COMMENT: Strategic Priorities for Bank - Civil Society Engagement
The World Bank Group (WBG) is in the process of developing a strategic priorities framework for its relations with civil society across the institution. The strategic framework process is expected to span from March through July 2008 and involve a two-phased approach. Civil society organizations will be consulted during both phases. During the first phase they will be consulted broadly about Bank – civil society engagement trends, and during the second phase they will be asked specific input on the draft Paper. The Bank is at the first stage of the process now. Please click here to comment and reply to a number of guiding questions on Bank – civil society engagement.
The World Bank is inviting applications and nominations for the position of Inspection Panel Member
The WB Inspection Panel is inviting applications and nominations for the position of Inspection Panel Member. The Inspection Panel is an independent forum established by the Executive Directors of the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development (IBRD) and the International Development Association (IDA). The role of the Panel is to carry out independent investigations into whether the Bank has complied with its policies and procedures. Its function is triggered by a Request for Inspection, normally from people affected by a World Bank financed project. The closing date for applications has been extended through May 18, 2008. More  Civil Society Policy Forum at the 2008 Spring Meetings
This year's Policy Forum comprised of some 20 policy discussions. The Forum brought together Bank and Fund staff, CSO representatives, government officials, and others to discuss important issues on the global agenda. Topics that were discussed included: climate change framework of the World Bank Group, six strategic themes identified by World Bank President, priorities for World Bank engagement with civil society, use of country systems in Bank operations, IFC and IDA, proposed Bank Group consultations framework. There was also a reception with World Bank President and IMF Managing Director, as well as a discussion session with Executive Vice President and CEO, IFC. Spring Meetings Story Policy Forum Schedule
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