Strengthening Global Accountability: IAMnet Members Convene in Bangkok
Representatives from independent accountability mechanisms gathered in Bangkok for the 2026 Annual Meeting of the Independent Accountability Mechanisms Network, IAMnet 2026, convened under the theme...
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Bringing Together IAMs and Civil Society to Strengthen Accountability: Regional Workshop in Almaty, Kazakhstan
On September 17 and 18, 2026, CAO co-organized a regional workshop in Almaty, Kazakhstan, on strengthening accountability for project-affected communities. The workshop was co-hosted with the Complain...
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Announcement of Recruitment Process: Director General, World Bank Group Independent Accountability Mechanism
The World Bank Group has announced recruitment for the position of Director General of the new World Bank Group Independent Accountability Mechanism (WBG IAM). The Director General will be appointed...
Read MoreCase Update in Pakistan: IFC Board Approves Action Plan in Response to CAO Investigation Related to IFC’s Investment in the Karot Hydropower Project
Washington, D.C., July 10 — The IFC Board of Executive Directors has approved IFC’s Management Action Plan in response to a Compliance Advisor Ombudsman (CAO) investigation of IFC’s investment...
Read MoreDesignation of Acting CAO Director General
In view of the forthcoming leadership transition at the Compliance Advisor Ombudsman (CAO), the World Bank Group Boards Boards have designated Ibrahim Pam, Chair of the Inspection Panel, to...
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IFC Board Decision on CAO Cases Relating to Financial Consumer Protection in Microfinance
The IFC Board of Executive Directors has directed CAO to suspend processing of the ongoing CAO cases relating to Financial Consumer Protection in microfinance. Pending discussion on the policy issues...
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