Speakers

Laura Rojas is the Chief of the Disaster Risk Management Unit at the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB). In this role, she leads the Bank’s efforts to strengthen resilience and support countries in Latin America and the Caribbean in better preparing for, responding to, and recovering from disasters. Previously, she has held several positions at the Bank, including at the Infrastructure and Environment Sector.

Inter-American Development Bank (IDB)

The Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) is the leading source of development financing and knowledge for Latin America and the Caribbean. Founded in 1959, it supports 26 borrowing member countries through loans, technical assistance, and research aimed at reducing poverty, improving public services, and fostering sustainable, inclusive growth. Headquartered in Washington, D.C., the IDB operates across the region and collaborates globally to mobilize resources and expertise. Together with IDB Invest and IDB Lab, it forms the IDB Group, promoting public- and private-sector development, innovation, and climate-resilient investment aligned with its institutional strategy for 2024–2030.