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Gender Equality Podcast
Development Podcast

Towards Gender Equality: Are Laws on the Books Enough?

In this latest Development Podcast episode, leading experts discuss where we are on the march towards gender equality. How big is the gender gap and what can we do to close it?

Destination: Resilient and Sustainable Transport for All 
Transforming Transportation 2024

Destination: Resilient and Sustainable Transport for All 

In the lead up to Transforming Transportation 2024, happening March 19-20, this piece explores what's needed to deliver a future with inclusive, safe, resilient, and green transport.

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Global Digitalization in 10 Charts

Digital technologies are transforming development, but a digital divide persists across countries. These 10 charts reveal how digitalization is advancing, or not, across the globe.

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Proportion of seats held by women in national parliaments (%)

Over the last 25 years, women's participation in national parliaments has increased but is far from reaching equality.

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