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A Better Life for 700,000 Children

The Early Childhood Development Innovation Fund has also supported 300,000 parents and caregivers through projects in 10 countries.

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South America, Connected

South Connection, a new IDB Group regional program, will invest in physical, digital, and energy connectivity, boosting continental cooperation for growth and jobs.

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Boosting Jamaica’s Cybersecurity

New financing will boost the resilience of public institutions and critical infrastructure against threats.

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Haiti Boosts Access to Essential Health Services with IDB Support
WASHINGTON — The Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) has approved a $100 million grant to help Haiti rebuild essential health services in its three northern departments to save lives and prevent disabilities. The operation, which has been approved by the IDB's Board of Executive Directors, will...
IDB and Partners Drive High-Impact Innovation in Early Childhood Development
The Early Childhood Development Innovation Fund, a groundbreaking initiative by the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) and other strategic partners, backed 23 projects in 10 countries in Latin America and the Caribbean, benefiting over 700,000 children.
The Bahamas to Strengthen Disaster-Risk Management with IDB Support
WASHINGTON — The Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) has approved a US$160 million loan to support The Bahamas in enhancing its disaster-risk management.  The operation, which has been approved by the IDB's Board of Executive Directors, is the second loan in a series of two. The first, approved in...
IDB Group Kicks Off ‘South Connection’ to Boost Connectivity and Growth in South America
WASHINGTON — The Inter-American Development Bank Group (IDB Group) has set in motion the South Connection regional program, following discussion by the Board of Executive Directors. This new initiative seeks to improve connectivity and competitiveness in South America to promote sustainable growth. ...
IDB Group Appoints Pilar Girón Dávila as Vice President for Human Resources and Digital Transformation
WASHINGTON — The Inter-American Development Bank Group (IDB Group) today announced the appointment of Pilar Girón Dávila as Vice President for Human Resources and Digital Transformation, effective October 16, 2025. Her appointment was approved last week by the IDB Board of Executive Directors. In...
IDB Approves Financing to Support Digital Transformation and Use of Artificial Intelligence in Piauí, Brazil
WASHINGTON – The Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) approved a $50 million loan to support digital transformation in the state of Piauí through the “Piauí Mais Digital” project. The operation aims to expand digital connectivity, increase the supply and use of digital public services, improve...
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