Office Closure for the Holiday Season - The WBFN physical office will be closed for the Holidays starting from Monday, December 22, 2025. We will work remotely December 22-24. The office will reopen on Monday, January 5, 2026. We wish you all the joys of the season and happiness throughout the coming year.
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Picture this.... You’re standing in a beautiful garden at night, liveliness in every single corner you see, children running around, music slowly capturing your soul...
At its heart, the Book Project remains a symbol of continuity and care. A gentle reminder that even a
single book can uplift a child, connect a community, and inspire opportunity....
Staff and families at the World Bank Group regularly face significant transitions - such as international relocations, new assignments, and adjustments to new environments. These periods can be stressful and disruptive, making family support especially vital.
Following Part 1 of the Turning Transition into Learning series, we bring you more inspiration from two other members who share their experiences of turning their time as accompanying spouses into a learning adventure. Their stories might just be the nudge you need to pursue that dream on hold.
Moving abroad as a World Bank accompanying spouse often means hitting pause on familiar routines and career paths. But what if that pause could become the most enriching chapter of your story?
When I walked through the doors of the World Bank in 2000, I was a new hire in the HR Staff Services unit—eager, hopeful, and ready to begin a new chapter....
In a life marked by constant changes and moving, the concept of "home" remains a fundamental part of our identity and experience. But what does home truly mean?