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Global displacement trends are shifting. The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (@UNHCR) estimates that more than 100 million people around the world were forcibly displaced as of May 2022. Global crises – including climate change, COVID-19, conflict, and rising costs of living – have increased the risk of social tensions and have highlighted the importance of social cohesion. This video highlights findings from a World Bank report Social Cohesion and Forced Displacement: A Synthesis of New Research. This analysis offers actionable insights for policymakers and development practitioners on mitigating the negative effects of displacement and effectively promoting social cohesion. Learn more: http://wrld.bg/InNc50MaR8F 00:00 Global displacement trends 00:37 Social cohesion in the context of global displacement 01:02 What policy makers can do to promote social cohesion ABOUT THE WORLD BANK GROUP 🌐 The World Bank Group is one of the world’s largest sources of funding and knowledge for low-income countries. Its five institutions share a commitment to reducing poverty, increasing shared prosperity, and promoting sustainable development. http://www.worldbank.org