Development Partner Institute Competitors

The World Bank is a vital source of financial and technical assistance to developing countries around the world. Our vision is to create a world free of poverty on a livable planet. We are not a bank in the common sense; we are made up of two unique development institutions owned by 189 member countries: the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development (IBRD) and the International Development Association (IDA). Each institution plays a different but collaborative role in advancing the vision of inclusive and sustainable globalization. The IBRD aims to reduce poverty in middle-income and creditworthy poorer countries, while IDA focuses on the world's poorest countries. Their work is complemented by that of the International Finance Corporation (IFC), Multilateral Investment Guarantee Agency (MIGA) and the International Centre for the Settlement of Investment Disputes (ICSID). Together, we provide low-interest loans, interest-free credits and grants to developing countries for a wide array of purposes that include investments in education, health, public administration, infrastructure, financial and private sector development, agriculture and environmental and natural resource management.

The University of Queensland (UQ) is ranked among the world’s top 50 universities and one of Australia’s leading teaching and research institutions. UQ delivers for the public good through transformative education, pioneering research, and meaningful engagement with communities. We have Australia’s most awarded teachers and our graduates are highly sought after. UQ researchers work with government and industry – from discovery to commercialisation – to solve global challenges. Our community includes 54,000+ students, 365,000+ alumni, and 450 international partners and we’re a member of Universitas 21, Group of Eight, Universities Australia, Worldwide Universities Network, and the Association of Pacific Rim Universities. Social Media Community Guidelines: https://marketing-communication.uq.edu.au/services/social-media/social-media-community-guidelines CRICOS Provider 00025B • TEQSA PRV12080

The International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD) is an award-winning think tank working to solve today’s greatest sustainable development challenges. Through trusted research, advice, and collaboration, we transform bold ideas into real-world change that leaves no one behind. Established in 1990, we have offices in Canada and Switzerland, and our work affects economies, communities, ecosystems, and lives in over 100 countries. We focus our efforts on five critical and interconnected areas of sustainable development: climate, nature, social equity, sustainable economies, and international governance. Our global reach allows us to bring networks together to build skills, share ideas, and deliver results that last. We work at all levels, from intergovernmental forums to regional and local governments, to civil society and the private sector. As an independent think tank, we cut through political divisions to build broad-based coalitions and offer a voice of reason in an increasingly polarized world. Our Core Values Excellence: We produce high-quality work grounded in evidence, creating real-world, transformative change for people and the planet. Integrity: We align our actions with our values, doing what we say we will do and taking full responsibility for delivering on our commitments. Equity: We work to shift power dynamics by amplifying structurally marginalized voices and creating space for local expertise and lived experience to drive tailored solutions and outcomes. Collaboration: We make space for a diverse range of expertise to create and implement effective solutions together. Agility: We embrace change by prioritizing continuous learning, innovation, and iteration while evolving our strategies to remain effective.