The World Bank has a complex track record with human rights and the environment. On one hand, they are one of the world’s most important development institutions, and their main goals are to eliminate poverty and boost prosperity. On the other, they have a history of sidelining the well-being of communities and ecosystems that are impacted by their projects and policies.
This short, accessible video explains how this happens, and how people around the world can influence World Bank policies to prevent further damage.