Giving women in extreme poverty one large package of aid and support gives them the tools to build a better future

As we work on the next IDA replenishment we have a chance to integrate these lessons across our programs that are focused on countries affected by fragility and conflict.

Kristalina Georgieva |
Fragility Conflict and Violence, Gender, Poverty

From poverty reduction to women’s economic and social inclusion: How a World Bank program is achieving remarkable results

In Afghanistan, a World Bank program aimed at lifting rural households out of extreme poverty has generated remarkable results.

Ceyla Pazarbasioglu |
Education, Financial Sector, Fragility Conflict and Violence, Gender, Poverty, Social Sustainability and Inclusion

Stunting: The Face of Poverty

Globally, 165 million children under age 5 suffer from chronic malnutrition – also known as stunting, or low height for age. Much of this damage happens in pregnancy and the first two years of a…

Sri Mulyani Indrawati |
Health, Education, Agriculture and Food, Poverty