IDA Youth Champions Circle: Empowering youth to shape the future of development Akihiko Nishio August 11, 2025 This page in: English Français العربية © 2025 The World Bank Group,

https://blogs.worldbank.org/en/voices/ida-youth-champions-circle-empowering-youth-to-shape-the-future-of-development As the International Development Association (IDA)—the World Bank’s fund for low-income countries—enters its 21st cycle (IDA21), we stand at a pivotal moment for the 78 nations it supports. These countries are confronting overlapping global challenges, like climate shocks, conflict, and economic pressures, even as they hold enormous promise for growth through rising youth populations and local innovation. © 2025 The World Bank Group,