AWC’s Comments and Recommendations on the World Bank Group’s Proposed New Country Engagement Approach
As part of the World Bank’s Evolution Process, which began two years ago, the WBG is reviewing its country engagement approach to align with its new vision and mission. The
An IMF Advocacy toolkit for Organizations Based in the Arab World
Introduction to the toolkit This toolkit is part of a three-part series designed to empower civil society organizations (CSOs), activists, and policymakers with a thorough understanding of the International Monetary
A Guide to Access World Bank Project Information and Understand Project Documents for CSOs
Introduction to the toolkit The Arab region has long faced a gap in awareness regarding the profound influence International Financial Institutions (IFIs) have in shaping development in their respective countries.
The Evolution of the World Bank’s Independent Accountability Mechanism: From a Beacon for Accountability to a Confusing Structure
In 1993, under intense pressure from civil society, the World Bank established the Inspection Panel to address complaints from people who believe they may be adversely affected by the Bank’s
The Mirage of Engagement: Unraveling the IMF’s Lip Service to Arab Civil Society
In today’s global financial landscape, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) is often viewed as a key ‘architect’, structuring financial frameworks that dictate the economic paths of nations facing acute financial
A Toolkit for MENA Activists: Understanding the World Bank’s Different Lending Instruments (DPF, PfoR, IPF)
Introduction to the Toolkit This is the second toolkit produced by Arab Watch Coalition (AWC) in a series designed to equip Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) and activists with the knowledgeRe-constructing IMF-Civil Society Engagement in the Arab Region
Context In a landscape where the global financial architecture increasingly dictates the pace and direction of development, engagement between the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) in
MENA Civil Society Calls for Public Disclosure and Consultation on IFC’s Remedial Action Framework
On December 15, 2023, the Arab Watch Coalition, along with its regional partners from the MENA region, submitted a letter to the Committee on Development Effectiveness (CODE) of the World
Bisri Dam Project Fallout: The Nahouli Family’s Battle for Compensation Exposes Gaps with the World Bank’s Due Diligence
Myriam Nahouli delivering her testimony during the CSPF panel titled: “Examining Barriers to Accountability for Communities in the Middle East & North Africa– Marrakech October 12. Myriam Nahouli, along