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World Bank still says yes to oil, gas projects Bretton Woods Project The Bretton Woods Project works as a networker, information provider, media informant and watchdog to scrutinise and influence the World Bank and International Monetary Fund (IMF). Forest Peoples Programme The Forest Peoples Programme is an NGO, established in 1990 by the World Rainforest Movement specifically to work with forest peoples in their struggle to survive the global forest crisis. Friends of the Earth International (FOEI) Federation of autonomous environmental organizations from 66 countries, campaigning on the most urgent environmental and social issues, while simultaneously catalyzing a shift toward sustainable societies. IFI Watchers Network The IFI Watchers Network connects organizations worldwide which are monitoring international financial institutions such as the World Bank and International Monetary Fund. Tebtebba Tebtebba Foundation is committed to the recognition, protection and promotion of indigenous peoples' rights worldwide. In depth reports Detailed reports on key issues. World Bank The World Bank's main self-proclaimed objective is to eradicate poverty. Yet, evidence suggests that its programmes often harm the poor and the environment. International Monetary Fund - IMF The IMF is one of the most powerful international organizations. Its policies change the lives of millions of people in developing countries. Oil fueling conflicts Many wars have been waged and are still being fought all over the world to ensure corporate control over oil. Campaigns NGO-organised actions. Reform of International Institutions The campaign's objective is to spark off a process leading to the reform of the system of international institutions with the participation of all world actors and moving towards a system of global democratic governance.

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