Nicholas Bian is a Knowledge and Learning Analyst in the Europe & Central Asia (ECA) region and is part of the Junior Professional Associate program at the World Bank Group. Nicholas’ background in corruption prevention and public sector integrity is utilized by supporting projects in Moldova and Azerbaijan on social accountability and information transparency. Prior to joining the Bank, Nicholas worked as a junior policy analyst at the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) where he was a contributing author on lobbying reform, whistleblower protection and conflicts of interest. Mr. Bian holds a Master’s degree in International Affairs specializing in Governance and Public Policy from the American University in Paris, and a Bachelor’s degree in Political Science from Westmont College.