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Registrations Open: New Learning Events

The Institute is pleased to present its latest e-Learning opportunities. These highly interactive virtual gatherings enable participants to gain skills, share expertise, discover best practices, and make new connections. 

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Escaping the Middle-Income Trap at the 1st Mile

Organized by the World Bank Rome Office, with support from the Institute, this closed-door event during the 48th session of the IFAD Governing Council will highlight insights from the World Development Report 2024: The Middle-Income Trap.

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Global Economic Prospects 2025

Developing economies are facing their weakest long-term growth outlook since 2000. These economies need bold policy reforms, stronger trade ties, and new investments to achieve poverty reduction and sustainable development. 

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Women, Business and the Law

The World Bank’s Women, Business and the Law index examines how legal barriers limit women’s economic opportunities in 190 economies. Watch the video explainer and express your interest in our learning course.

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Empowering field researchers to tackle global challenges

Organized in partnership with DIME Analytics, the Manage Successful Field Research e-Learning course drew over 6,000 participants from across the globe to learn and share insights on field research methodologies. 

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Migrants, Refugees, and Societies

The Institute and the World Bank's Social Protection and Jobs Global Practice announce a new learning series based on World Development Report 2023: Migrants, Refugees, and Societies.

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