TIME (EDT)	SESSION	PLATFORM
7:00 am 7:45 am	Networking: Check in and meet your fellow delegates	-
7:45 am 7:50 am	Opening Ceremony _{- Fernando Armendaris, Communications Co-Lead WBG Youth Summit, MC}	Watch the REPLAY
7:50 am 8:00 am	Introduction to the 2022 Youth Summit Theme by the WBG Youth Summit Manager _{- O’Neall Massamba, Manager World Bank Group Youth Summit}	Watch the REPLAY
8:05 am 8:15 am	Opening remarks by the World Bank Group President _{- David Malpass, President World Bank Group}	Watch the REPLAY
8:15 am 8:45 am	Fireside Chat I - What does a Green, Resilient & Inclusive Equitable Growth mean? ^{The World Bank Group’s crisis response has helped countries save lives and livelihoods threatened by COVID-19 while starting to build the foundation for a durable and robust recovery in a world transformed by the pandemic. To achieve this inclusive recovery, the WBG and the IMF agreed on a joint framework for all operations towards attaining a more Green, Resilient, and Inclusive Development (GRID). This fireside chat will reveal what long-horizon GRID strategies are needed to repair the structural damage caused by COVID-19 and accelerate climate change mitigation and adaptation efforts while restoring momentum on poverty reduction and shared prosperity.} ^{- Axel Van Trotsenburg, Manager Director of Operations, World Bank Group - MODERATOR: O’Neall Massamba, Manager World Bank Group Youth Summit}	Watch the REPLAY
8:45 am 9:45 am	Plenary Session I - The Diversity and Inclusion Revolution ^{There is no Diversity without Inclusion, and the cost of Exclusion has impacts that cut across all sectors. Often, minorities and members of underserved communities, including women, Indigenous People, members of the LGBTQ+ community, the youth, and those living with disabilities, suffer the effects of Exclusion. This plenary session will discuss the challenges of achieving inclusive and diverse solutions in the social, economic, and environmental sectors and how these three components are intertwined to work together to achieve equitable growth. Most importantly, the session will focus on the youth's pivotal role as agents of change.} ^{- Ms. Kavitha Prabhakar, Chief Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Officer, Deloitte - Mr. Theodore A. Klouvas, Senior Policy Officer Education & Youth, Ministry of Foreign Affairs The Netherlands - Dr. Nadir Mohammed, Regional Director for Equitable Growth, Finance and Institutions (EFI) in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, World Bank Group - Lindi von Mutius, Director, Sustainability and Global Development Practice, Harvard University - Bright Kaomoa, Global Director of United Nations Development Solutions Network - MODERATOR: Abigail Yirrah, Content Co-Lead World Bank Youth Summit}	Watch the REPLAY
9:45 am 10:00am	Break
10:00 am 11:00 am	Activity for Delegates not Participating in the Case Challenge: The importance of a social, economic, and environmental inclusion for equitable growth ^{Have you ever thought of making an impactful change in your community? Join this activity and learn from young specialists at the WBG on how development projects impact inclusive development. During this activity, you will be able to interact with experts at the WBG and address real-life projects and solutions focusing on Environmental, Economic, and Social Inclusion aligned with the 2022 Youth Summit Inclusion for Equitable Growth Solutions Case Challenge.} ^{- Mr. Daryl Sng, Specialist Leader at Deloitte Consulting’s Government & Public Services (GPS) Practice - Ms. Shrayana Bhattacharya, Senior Economist in the World Bank’s Social Protection and Jobs for South Asia - Mr. Qaiser Khan Lead Economist for the Social Protection and Jobs Global Practice - MODERATOR: Alona Kazantseva, Operations Officer WBG and Y2Y GYCN Co-Lead}	Watch the REPLAY
10:00 am 11:00 am	Breakout Session I for Case Challenge Delegates: Introduction to the Inclusion for Equitable Growth Solutions Case Challenge ^{The Case Challenge Delegates will be introduced to the Inclusion for Equitable Growth Solutions Case Challenge. Over the course of the Summit, participants will gain real time experience in a team-based, simulated scenario identifying key challenges and opportunities in tackling issues of inclusion for equitable growth. Through facilitated working sessions led by leading development practitioners, the participants will work with their peers to develop and present their solutions at the conclusion of the Summit. The Case Challenge will provide a unique opportunity to demonstrate delegates' knowledge, problem-solving skills, and creativity while co-creating and networking with their peers and experts in the field.}	-
11:00 am 11:30 am	Fireside Chat II - The role of social media in Advancing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion ^{The powerful role of social media in today's world cannot be understated. From business, entertainment, politics, education, sports, healthcare to medicine, social media has proven useful in several ways. Yet, issues around inclusivity, accessibility, and diversity remain controversial on social media. This discussion aims to understand reasons for this, and the critical role social media can play through long-term strategies for diversity, equity, and inclusion, such as representation, language sensitivity, cultural appreciation, etc.} ^{- Ms. Aerica Shimizu Banks, Founder of Shiso, an Intersectional Equity Consulting Firm - MODERATOR: Julie Anne Ryan, Secretariat World Bank Group Youth Summit}	Watch the REPLAY

TIME (EDT)	SESSION	PLATFORM
12:00 pm 1:00 pm	Plenary Session II – Unleashing the Power of Social Inclusion _{Social inclusion is the process of improving the terms on which individuals and groups take part in society. The current COVID-19 pandemic has put the spotlight on deep rooted systemic inequalities, especially for underserved groups such as persons with disabilities, women, unemployed youth, sexual and gender minorities, the elderly, indigenous peoples, and ethnic and racial minorities. In this Session, you will be able to listen to experts in the field on how to best address social exclusion, its costs, and the challenges of this in achieving equitable growth.} ^{- Noella Coursaris Musunka, Founder/CEO of Malaika and Ambassador for The Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria - Ms. Charlotte McClain-Nhlapo, Global Disability Advisor, World Bank Group - Mr. Richard Akuson, lawyer, LGBT rights activist - Ms. Sunita Caminha, Policy Specialist, UN women - MODERATOR: Dominique Tchimbakala, TV Anchor at TV5 Monde, Award winning journalist}	Watch the REPLAY
1:10 pm 2:15 pm	Activity for Delegates not Participating in the Case Challenge: The Digital Development Agenda in Achieving Equitable Growth _{Technology offers great advantages, greater access to information, cost reduction in the labor sector, better connectivity between people, etc. However, digitalization is not happening equally worldwide and has caused an imbalance known as the digital gap. Over time, the gap keeps widening, leaving women, emerging nations, and many others economically disadvantaged. Digital illiteracy is a form of exclusion. During this activity, participants will be immersed in the role of the digital agenda towards closing social and economic gaps within society and engage in conversations with representatives from tech companies as they speak on their Social Inclusion Agendas towards advancing towards a more equitable society.} ^{- Ms. Kasia Jakimowicz, Global Lead - International Telecommunications Union - Samia M. Melhem - Global Lead on Digital Capabilities, Digital Development Global Practice - The World Bank - Ms. Shino Saruta, Operations Officer, Inclusive Business,IFC’s Gender and Economic Inclusion Group - Mr. Gordon Swaby CEO and Co-Founder of multi-award winning and publicly traded company, EduFocal Limited (TICKER: Learn) - Mr. Fernando Lobato, Cryptography and Software Developer, Google - MODERATOR: Faher Fawaz Faleh Elfayez, External Affairs Analyst Digital Development}	Watch the REPLAY
1:00 pm 2:15 pm	Breakout Session II for Case Challenge Delegates: Work in a team! _{Hands-on! Think inclusively and with an open mind. What’s the main challenges of achieving social, economic, environmental inclusion in your region? What are the best ways to achieve an equitable and inclusive economy for all?}	-
2:15 pm 2:30 pm	Break
2:30 pm 3:30 pm	Career Development (World Bank Group / UN / IMF)	Watch the REPLAY
3:30 pm 4:30 pm	Breakout Session III for Case Challenge Delegates: Work in a team! _{Wrap it up! How did your team consolidate all ideas to leverage inclusive solutions to real-life projects? Have you considered the challenges/limitations facing in your chosen project? What’s your value-added and comparative advantage towards other existent solutions? Are you being inclusive enough? This is the final moment to put together your creative solution to present to the Jury panel within the regional group.}	-
3:30 pm 4:30 PM	Y20 Indonesia _{For virtual and in person participants, a cohort of the Y20 Indonesia will lead a conversation and interactive activities around the topic of Diversity and Inclusion and the upcoming Y20 that will be held in Indonesia.} ^{- O’Neall Massamba, Manager of World Bank Group Youth Summit - Angelo Wijaya, Head of Project Management & Research, Y20 Indonesia 2022 - Daniel Alvaro Diez, Co-Chair of Y2Y of theWorld Bank Group & Observer at Y20 Indonesia - Jose Alberto Aguilar Thomas , Co-Chair of Y2Y of the World Bank Group & Observer at Y20 Indonesia 2022 - Moderator: Tommy Aditya, Indonesian Delegate to Y20 Saudi Arabia 2020}	Watch the REPLAY
4:30 pm 5:30 pm	Networking/In person Marketplace ^{- Y2Y Community - FLOC Y20 - Organization of American States - IMF Youth Fellowship - IFC Next Gen}	-

TIME (EDT)	SESSION	PLATFORM
7:00 am 7: 45 am	Networking: Check in and exchange ideas with your fellow delegates	Watch the REPLAY
7:45 am 8:00 am	Opening of Day 2 – Welcome and rundown of the activities of Day 2 by the Master of Ceremony ^{- Fernando Armendaris, Communications Co-Lead WBG Youth Summit}	Watch the REPLAY
8:00 am 9:00 am	Plenary Session III - Building an Equitable Economy for all ^{Amid exceptional uncertainty, communities worldwide keep recovering from the economic impacts that the pandemic COVID-19 has left. The hit of this crisis has exacerbated inequalities mainly for the most vulnerable countries. Join this session and explore how equitable economic development unlocks the full potential of people, nations, and local economies through the dismantling of barriers and creating opportunities such as jobs, skill training, increase in entrepreneurship, and community-wealth generation, focusing on rebuilding human resources capital development skills amongst marginalized groups.} ^{- Ms. Kelly Widelska, Economic Inclusion Advisor for the Gender and Economic Inclusion Group, IFC - Secretary of state H.E Dr. Hem Vanndy, Cambodia - Adil Mohommad, Economist, IMF - Mr. Greg Spencer, CEO The Paradigm Project AND Common Good Market Place - Christian Serricchio, Senior Manager, Financial Advisory and Impact Finance, Deloitte - MODERATOR: Jescinta Isimeme Izevbigie Pitch Competition Co-Lead World Bank Group Youth Summit}	Watch the REPLAY
9: 00 am 9:30 am	Fireside Chat III- Youth Participation in the Creative Economy towards Achieving Equitable Growth ^{Digital platforms connect artists in all disciplines with global audiences, driving growth in emerging economies by bridging the gap between world markets and their local talent. During this fireside chat, you will take part in a conversation on how youth participation is crucial in the Creative Economy towards achieving a more inclusive equitable growth by supporting cultural wealth, mobilizing social change and providing jobs for young people.} ^{- Hamid Ibrahim, co-Founder and Creative Director at Kugali Media - Kerry Steib, Head of Creative at Parade and Former Spotify Social Impact Director - MODERATOR: Bukola Ogunemi, Communications Co -Lead World Bank Youth Summit}	Watch the REPLAY
9:30 am 09:40 am	Break
9:40 am 10:50 am	Activity for Delegates not Participating in the Case Challenge: Youth Spotlight: A conversation with young changemakers ^{Dare to be inspired? A series of short, dynamic talks given by young changemakers and innovators focusing on their experience on inclusion and highlighting their efforts for green, inclusive, and resilient equitable growth.} ^{- Mr. Mike Bellot, Entrepreneur, he is the inventor of the first solar-powered lighting backpack (Solo Bag) - Mr. Ken Chua, Founder & Director of (these)abilities - Ms. Hayat Aljowaily, Social Inclusion Filmmaker - Rym Badran, GIRL UP MENA Youth Advisory Lead - Mike Bellot, CEO - Cofounder of Solo Group ∣ Entrepreneur ∣ Forbes top 10 Haitian Entrepreneur - MODERATOR: Timothy Dziedzom Amaglo-Mensah, World Bank Blog 4 Dev}	Watch the REPLAY
9:40 am 10:50 am	Breakout Session IV for Case Challenge Delegates: First Round of Presentation ^{Time’s up! Now is the time for you to present your team’s innovative and inclusive solutions to the Regional Group’s Jury Panels! One winner within each Regional Group (7 in total) will be selected to proceed to the Final Round.}
10:50 am 11: 50 am	Plenary Session IV - Addressing the Necessity & Urgency for Environmental Inclusion ^{Although 15% of the world’s disadvantaged are indigenous people and ‘70% of the 1.3 billion people living in conditions of poverty are women’, their plight is usually ignored in tackling climate change. Women and indigenous people are more likely to bear the direct consequences of climate change, based on their reliance on the environment and its resources. Climate change aggravates the existing difficulties they are exposed to such as, political, and economic marginalization, loss of land and resources, human rights violations, discrimination, and unemployment. This panel discussion will focus on the importance of minorities inclusion in the environmental movement, discuss the unequal impacts of climate change and how to prioritize equity in climate action} ^{- Dorothee Marie Lisenga, Coordinator of the Coalition of Women Leaders for the Environment and Sustainable Development - Ms. Dominique Drakeford, Co-Founder: Sustainable Brooklyn - Ezgi Canpolat, Social Development Specialist, World Bank Group - Ms. Saiyuris Bonnet, CEO Una Vaina Verde - MODERATOR: Yasmin Poole, Partnerships Lead World Bank Group Youth Summit}	Watch the REPLAY

Youth Summit 2022: Unlocking the Power of Inclusion

2022 World Bank Group Youth Summit: Unlocking the Power of Inclusion for Equitable Growth

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