Re-constructing IMF-Civil Society Engagement in the Arab Region
Context In a landscape where the global financial architecture increasingly dictates the pace and direction of development, engagement between the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) in
Challenges and Dynamics of Global Carbon Taxation and Emissions Trading – Research Brief
I. Context Climate change has emerged as an anchoring challenge of this decade – one marked with environmental, economic, health, and debt crises– necessitating a unified response from countries worldwide.
We Are Hiring! Environment Program Coordinator
Introduction The Arab region is one of the poorest regions in the world in terms of water resources. Besides climate change, mismanagement of water resources, inefficient irrigation methods, population growth,
MENA Civil Society Calls for Public Disclosure and Consultation on IFC’s Remedial Action Framework
On December 15, 2023, the Arab Watch Coalition, along with its regional partners from the MENA region, submitted a letter to the Committee on Development Effectiveness (CODE) of the World
Report: AWC’s Participation At The 2023 CSPF During The WBG/IMF Annual Meetings
Arab Watch Coalition (AWC) actively participated in the Civil Society Policy Forum (CSPF) during the 2023 Annual Meetings of the World Bank Group and International Monetary Fund (IMF), held in
Arab Watch Coalition Calls for an Immediate Ceasefire in Gaza
The Arab Watch Coalition, a coalition of civil society organizations from different countries in the Arab world, expresses its shock at the horrific humanitarian catastrophe unfolding against civilians in the
Arab Watch Coalition Offers Heartfelt Condolences to Morocco
In the wake of the recent earthquake that has deeply shaken Morocco, leaving behind a path of devastation and affecting countless lives, the Arab Watch Coalition extends its sincere and
SDRs, Complex Injustice and Lessons for the Future: SDR experience in the Arab region amid Covid-19
The Arab Watch Coalition has released a paper that closely examines the latest distribution of Special Drawing Rights (SDRs) by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) in 2021. This research highlights
We Are Hiring! Equitable Economic Recovery Program Coordinator
Introduction The Covid-19 pandemic highlighted how ill-prepared was the MENA region to face a crisis. Years of austerity and rising debts have crippled public health systems and more generally the
It’s Time to Abolish Tax Privileges
The Arab Watch Coalition has released a new study that highlights the critical economic and social challenges that Tunisia is currently facing. The country is dealing with substantial debt repayment
A toolkit for activists on how to engage IFIs in standing for the closing civic space
Activists are trying to mobilize as many powerful international actors as possible to stand up to the increasingly closing civic space and human rights violations. To identify these actors, the
Submission To IFC on Remedy and Responsible Exit
On April 20, 2023, an alliance of civil society organizations, including the Arab Watch Coalition, submitted two policy papers to the International Financial Corporation and the Multilateral Investment Guarantee Agency.
Arab Watch Coalition Participates in IMF and World Bank Spring Meetings
The Arab Watch Coalition recently participated in the World Bank Spring Meetings, held from April 10th to April 15th 2023. Our coalition played an active role in various events and
Arab Watch Coalition’s Program During IMF and WB Spring Meetings
Arab Watch Coalition Participation the Civil Society Policy Forum starting next week from 10 to 16 of April in Washington DC during the Spring Meetings of the International Monetary Fund
Civil society calls on World Bank and IMF to safeguard civic space and prevent retaliation around Marrakesh Annual Meetings
©️ by Shereen Talaat, Arab Watch Coalition This article was intitially published on Bretton Woods Project. Find the article here: https://t.ly/LQfU Civil society organisations (CSOs) look forward
We Are Hiring! Global End Austerity Campaign Coordinator
Introduction In October 2020, six months into the pandemic, more than 500 civil society organizations and academics from all over the world published an open letter calling on the International
WE ARE HIRING! Communications and Advocacy Officer
Arab Watch Coalition is looking for a Communications and Advocacy officer to join its team and support our work in monitoring International Financial Institutions and supporting economic justice and human
Marrakech 2023: How To Support The Efforts Of Civil Society In The MENA Region?
Marrakech 2023: How To Support The Efforts Of Civil Society In The MENA Region? Arab Watch Coalition (AWC) is organizing a preparatory meeting ahead of the Annual Meetings 2023 that
PRESS RELEASE #EndAusterity campaign
#EndAusterity campaign MEDIA LAUNCH will take place at 13h-15h UTC on Wed 28 September. Details here* 85% of the world’s population will live in the grip of stringent austerity