With the attention that has been given to social media following the Arab Spring, questions arise regarding the full potential of this new medium. This discussion will focus on the links between media and development. What effects can changing media forms have on economic development and good governance? How can media be used to improve the effectiveness of aid?

Participants:

• Daniel Kaufmann, Brookings Institution
• Mark Nelson, World Bank Institute
• Tara Susman-Pena, Internews
• Mark Frohardt, Internews
• Sina Odugbemi, World Bank