The World Bank convened global and regional leaders, along with representatives of the private sector, civil society, and youth to make a powerful case for more equitable access to vaccines for developing countries and emphasize the importance of strong health systems to successful vaccine deployment and better pandemic preparedness.
Heads of organizations leading the Task Force on COVID-19 Vaccines, Therapeutics and Diagnostics for Developing Countries shared their perspectives on ending the pandemic and building a truly inclusive recovery.
Mother and daughter in the Philippines talked about their experience with the pandemic, and we learned how the World Bank’s support has impacted the health systems and people in Cote d’Ivoire.
International Finance Corporation’s Managing Director led a conversation on the critical role the private sector plays in fighting the pandemic.
We heard from the Deputy Director of Africa CDC on the need for regional collaboration to combat the pandemic.
Civil society leaders shared what their organizations are doing to tackle the pandemic and what actions they expect from international organizations.
Finally, World Bank Group experts answered questions from the audience.
The event concluded with reflections from young people from around the world on what the vaccine means for them and their communities and what they look forward to doing once vaccinated.
Moderated, dynamic discussion with the heads of organizations leading the Task Force on COVID-19 Vaccines, Therapeutics and Diagnostics for Developing Countries.
Conversation with private sector leaders on the key role of private sector in playing on vaccines for developing countries through the production and manufacturing of therapeutics, testing and vaccines essential for halting the spread.
Voices from civil society and youth.
💉 What is most important to ensure equitable and successful COVID-19 vaccine deployment? Four options and thousands of votes! Check out the results of the #Vaccines4All poll. Learn more by watching the replays of the 2021 WBG-IMF Virtual Annual Meetings: https://t.co/YZRLoq86tO pic.twitter.com/kUR5pJxrR4
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72 VOTES / Anonymous
How are international organizations helping poor countries obtain and distribute COVID vaccines?
59 VOTES / Anonymous
How do we achieve inclusive recovery after the COVID pandemic?
38 VOTES / Gladys
How can we confront misinformation about vaccines to protect life and global public health?
30 VOTES / Anon
You talk about transformations needed for health care systems in poor countries. What kind of transformations are needed?
26 VOTES / Kadigia Ali Mohamud
How do we vaccinate Africa's population if we do not have the exact information for the resident population in a territory?
Tune in, ask questions, and share your views with participants from all over the world during the 2021 Annual Meetings of the World Bank Group and the International Monetary Fund (IMF).
Watch the World Bank Group public events:
Oct. 11: Growth in a Time of Crisis
Oct. 12: Civil Society Townhall
Oct. 12: Ending the Pandemic
Oct. 13: Opening Press Conference
Oct. 14: Making Climate Action Count
Oct. 15: Trade to the Rescue
