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Are global aid programmes always helping — or can they sometimes have unintended consequences? In this explosive interview, Dr. Emily Brearley shares her first-hand experience working inside the World Bank, and why she believes some projects raise serious ethical questions.
After working as an economist within one of the world’s most influential development institutions, Brearley began to question how certain initiatives were designed, implemented, and evaluated — particularly those affecting vulnerable communities.
But what did she see that made her speak out?
🔥 In this interview, Dr. Emily Brearley reveals:
• Why she believes some aid programmes can resemble large-scale social experiments
• What went wrong in a major post-war Liberia project
• The risks faced by participants when policies are poorly designed
• Why internal concerns were not always acted upon
• How institutional incentives can shape decision-making
Brearley explains how a widely praised vocational programme — supported by major global brands and public figures — encountered serious issues on the ground. She outlines how gaps between theory and reality can lead to outcomes that differ significantly from initial expectations.
Drawing from her book Aid Inferno, she also explores how large organisations manage data, measure success, and respond to criticism. According to Brearley, even well-intentioned initiatives can struggle when systems prioritise results on paper over real-world impact.
The conversation goes deeper into accountability, transparency, and ethical responsibility, raising important questions about how global development projects are tested and scaled.
Importantly, this interview focuses on her direct experience and perspective, offering viewers a rare inside look at how major aid institutions operate — and why reform is often difficult.
For viewers interested in global development, economics, international institutions, and whistleblower insights, this episode is a powerful and thought-provoking watch.
Are the world’s biggest aid organisations always getting it right — or is there more happening behind the scenes than we realise?
Watch the full podcast here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N2gW8EmdwhI&feature=youtu.be
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