World Bank Helps Brazilians Develop Wealth And Citizenship

Community members in Ceara State in northeastern Brazil play a vital role in managing projects funded by the World Bank. Communities regularly meet and decide on such questions as investments and profits. Brick factories, gemstone polishing shops and even cashew nut production have given jobs to hundreds of thousands of Brazilians. Community participation proves that success is best achieved when wise decisions are made by all. (3 min., 18 sec .)