Jim Yong Kim (Anthropologist)

Jim Yong Kim is an influential anthropologist and global health expert known for his work in improving health systems and addressing health inequalities worldwide. He served as the 12th President of the World Bank from 2012 to 2019, focusing on poverty reduction and sustainable development. With a background in medicine and public health, Kim co-founded Partners In Health, an organization dedicated to delivering healthcare to underserved populations. His approach combines rigorous research with hands-on health initiatives, making significant contributions to the fields of global health and development policy.