Spring Meetings 2022: Human Capital at the Crossroad

Human Capital at the Crossroad: Reversing the Losses, Reclaiming our Future

Putting people first through investing in human capital – the knowledge, skills, and health that people need to achieve their potential – is critical for sustainable, inclusive growth and poverty reduction. The consequences of the COVID-19 pandemic threaten to leave generations behind and exacerbate inequalities. Health impacts, setbacks to nutrition, the early years and learning, job losses, and expanding gender gaps must be addressed with urgency.  

Countries have stepped up in innovative ways to put people first through the building, protecting, and utilizing human capital – with support from the World Bank and partners. However – ambition, innovation, and sustained support are needed to recover human capital losses and strengthen recovery. Investing in people consistently and providing opportunities for all to achieve their potential can yield economic dividends – and help bring greater stability in a challenging global context. 

Join us on April 23 at 10 AM EDT to discuss with global leaders, CSOs, youth, and the private sector on how to best protect and #InvestInPeople. Have a question on the topic? Ask it now – and our experts will answer it during the event!