Caroline Vagneron has worked in international development for over 20 years, specializing in fragility, conflict, and violence issues, as well as social inclusion. She has extensive experience in Africa, the Middle East, South Asia, and the Caribbean, working with multilateral institutions, non-governmental organizations, and academic institutions. Actively engaged in both operational work and policy dialogue on a variety of topics, from human development in fragile contexts, to the intersection of humanitarian and development efforts, forced displacement, urban violence or social inclusion, she has played a key role in shaping partnerships between international organizations, including the World Bank and the United Nations. Caroline is currently the Special Assistant to the Human Development Vice-President at the World Bank, where she contributes to strategic initiatives on health, education, and social protection. Previously, she led the knowledge and learning program for the World Bank’s FCV Group and managed the bi-annual Fragility Forum. She also teaches a class on LGTBQ+ issues in international development at Georgetown University. Caroline holds master’s degrees in political science and contemporary history from La Sorbonne University in Paris.