Many UWC-USA alumni work in finance across many sectors. Join us for a conversation with three alumni working for the World Bank as they explore the ways the World Bank supports efforts to build economic resilience in Western and Central Africa.
The Western and Central Africa region is rich in resources and brimming with opportunities, but it also faces enormous challenges. It houses about a quarter of the world’s extreme poor, and more than 70% of the region’s population lives in fragile, conflict, and violence affected (FCV) countries. Climate change amplifies the impact of conflict and extreme weather events such as droughts and floods on people’s livelihoods. In addition, many countries are increasingly at high risk of debt distress.
How does the World Bank support these countries in confronting these challenges? What are some factors that influence the success of the World Bank’s operations and projects in these countries? Join us for a conversation with Marina Wes ’88 and Frederico Gil Sander ’94, moderated by Pui Shen Yoong ’08 on debt and development issues in Western and Central Africa.
What: Distinguished Alumni Speaker Series Event:
Topic: World Bank Support for Western And Central Africa
When: December 10 at 6:30 pm MT
Where: Online (register below)
This event is free and open to all alumni and friends of UWC-USA
