IDA prioritizes crisis preparedness to help countries understand and manage various crisis risks. Its toolkit covers different types of crises and stages of risk, from building resilience to post-crisis interventions.
IDA's 21st replenishment is taking place amidst crises that have stalled development progress in poor countries. A successful IDA21 will help end poverty on a livable planet. Learn More
Managing the unavoidable and avoiding the unmanageable
Breaking the cycle of conflict and poverty
Fostering gender equality and empowerment
Investing in people for greater equity and economic growth
Creating good jobs and supporting a strong private sector
The World Bank’s International Development Association (IDA) works with a large network of global, regional and local partners to reach poorest people and deliver sustainable results. In this video, hear from key partners who support IDA’s efforts in the global fight against poverty.
With IDA’s help, hundreds of millions of people have escaped poverty—through the creation of jobs, access to clean water, schools, roads, nutrition, electricity, and more.
Through 87 events and nearly 500 archival and informational sources, the timeline explores the origins of IDA, its vital role in providing financial and knowledge resources, and the innovative ways it has supported economic and social development across the poorest countries in the world.