World Bank taps global law firm to review Bridge sex abuse investigation
Joint Statement on World Bank Probe into Alleged Bridge Academies Child Sexual Abuse Cover-up
On May 16, 2024 the World Bank announced that it is hiring an outside firm to “explore the circumstances surrounding the Compliance Advisor Ombudsman’s (CAO) investigation of IFC’s investment in Bridge International Academies.” We commend the World Bank’s Board for taking the lead on this issue. Together with U.S. lawmakers and other stakeholders, civil society […]
US DFC calls for probe of Bridge schools investment
World Bank’s Banga apologizes to kids sexually abused at Bridge schools
Joint Statement: Bridge MAP doesn’t provide remedy to Bridge survivors
IFC’s Response to Sexual Abuse Scandal Does Not Provide Remedy to Bridge Survivors; Executive Directors Should Reject It
On this International Women’s Day, the International Finance Corporation (IFC) is asking its Executive Directors to endorse an inadequate and flawed Management Action Plan (MAP) in response to the Compliance Advisor Ombudsman’s (CAO) investigation of child sexual abuse at Bridge International schools in Kenya. Executive Directors should reject the proposed MAP. The facts are clear. […]
Letter from U.S. Senators Warren and Welch to World Bank president regarding Bridge schools allegations
IFC under pressure to offer compensation to alleged Bridge victims
Letter to World Bank Group Board regarding IFC’s response to project-related child sexual abuse at Bridge schools
Bonsucro’s Letter to Bridges Across Borders Cambodia
