Utilities attempting to extend service to low-income settlements are frequently trapped in a vicious circle: poor cost recovery contributes to inadequate service provision and this in turn fuels customer...
More than 1 billion people worldwide, or 15 percent of the global population, have some form of disability, with higher rates in low-income countries. This number is expected to rise significantly due...
Women are an untapped pool of talent for the water sector. A World Bank report on women in utilities demonstrates a significantly lower percentage of female workers in the sector compared to men. Only...
This Snapshot contributes to the broader literature demonstrating the devastating impact of floods on the poor, particularly women. Research on flood impacts in low-income communities in Buenos Aires found...
The purpose of this resource package is to assist World Bank task teams in ensuring that their projects are inclusive and responsive to the needs of women and girls. The tools included in this package...
Ghana has experienced strong and sustained economic growth over the last several years, translating into substantial socioeconomic improvements. This economic growth has been accompanied by rapid urbanization...