Laura Rawlings

Lead Economist - Gender Group

The World Bank

Laura B. Rawlings spearheads strategy and analytical work in the global effort to promote gender equality and women’s empowerment. She has led numerous projects and research initiatives in the areas of social protection, early childhood development and behavioral incentives. She has worked as the Lead Economist – Human Capital Project, Team Leader – Social Protection and Labor Strategy, Manager – Strategic Impact Evaluation Fund (SIEF) and Sector Leader – Human Development in Central America. Laura has published numerous books and articles on evaluation and human development, and is an adjunct professor in Georgetown University’s Global Human Development program.

Event Schedule

DAY 1

18 July 2023

Start Time	End Time	Session	Description	Action
12:30 pm EEST	02:00 pm EEST	Participate in Shaping the New World Bank Group Gender Strategy Side Event Kigali Convention Center - Room MH 3-1	The World Bank Group (WBG) is developing its new Gender Strategy for 2024 to 2030, strengthening our commitment to ending Gender Based Violence, Elevating Human Capital, Read More The World Bank Group (WBG) is developing its new Gender Strategy for 2024 to 2030, strengthening our commitment to ending Gender Based Violence, Elevating Human Capital, Expanding and Enabling Economic Opportunities and Engaging Women as Leaders. In keeping with WD2023’s focus on Spaces, Solidarity and Solutions, please join us for a meaningful dialogue on the future of gender equality. This event will consist of a presentation on the proposed directions for the new WBG Gender Strategy, followed by a broad-based discussion. Organizer: The World Bank Group Read Less Speakers Hana Brixi Global Director for Gender The World Bank Laura Rawlings Lead Economist - Gender Group The World Bank