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Every Day is International Youth Day

Guest blogger Samar Mezghanni explores the impact of the Arab Spring on the notion of youth expression and empowerment in the region.

"Something different happened"

Revving Arab World Job Engines by Getting Entrepreneurs a Fair Shot at the Money

As the challenges of openness and opportunity recast history across the Arab world, the emphasis on creating employment and entrepreneurship opportunities has never been more urgent.

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From “Shouting to Counting”

In light of the Arab Spring, transparency and social accountability have become priority issues in the MENA region. The World Bank is supporting the Arab World Affiliated Network for Social Accountability (ANSA), aiming to support active citizen participation, governance and accountability.

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Celebrating the Palestinian NGO Project: Helping Those in Need

The critical work of 42 non-governmental organizations in getting social services to poor and vulnerable people in West Bank and Gaza was showcased in an event held recently.

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	Public Call for Contributions: Adaptation to a Changing Climate in the Arab Countries We are pleased to invite you to contribute to the regional Climate Change Flagship Report, "Adaptation to a Changing Climate in the Arab Countries." The report, currently being prepared by the World Bank in partnership with the League of Arab States, aims to provide information on potential climate change in the Arab region and strategic guidance on adapting to climate change. Participate

	MENA Assessment of the Local Manufacturing Potential For Concentrated Solar Power (CSP) Projects The MENA CSP plan is an ambitious scheme with an appeal to anyone concerned about climate change and convinced by the need for clean, renewable power. Concentrated Solar Power is a renewable energy technology which, after a period of stagnation, has started to penetrate the energy market, particularly in Spain and the United States but also in the Middle East and North Africa Region. Study

	Arab World Initiative Website The Arab World Initiative (AWI) is a World Bank Group partnership with the countries of the Arab world designed to foster effective cooperation and collaboration in the interests of economic integration and knowledge sharing. More

	Consultations : Finance Flagship Report The World Bank flagship report team opens the consultations to larger audiences through this web page. Your comments on the flagship report findings are key and your opinions and inputs will contribute to shaping up the final recommendations. More

	Millennium Development Goals The region made notable strides in improving the health, education, and standard of living of its people but countries face a number of challenges. More

	Results Stories Check out our stories chronicling the impact of development in the Middle East and North Africa here.

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