Paul Cadario

Paul Cadario is a Distinguished Fellow at the University of Toronto's Munk School of Global Affairs & Public Policy and Faculty of Applied Science & Engineering. With a 37-year career at the World Bank in roles spanning development programs, public sector reform, and digital modernization, he now contributes to global governance, anti-corruption, AI, and diversity initiatives. His work intersects with climate change and organizational effectiveness.

• Education
  • BASc in Civil Engineering, University of Toronto (1973)
  • BA and MA in Philosophy, Politics, and Economics, University of Oxford (Rhodes Scholar)
  • Master's in Organization Development, American University (1999)
  • Honorary Doctorate of Laws, University of Toronto (2013)

Cadario's expertise includes diversity metrics, structural racism, and inequality, informed by his World Bank mentorship programs and graduate studies. He addresses global public goods financing challenges, advocating for pragmatic solutions to bridge funding gaps.

Scientific Awards:

• 2013: Honorary Doctorate of Laws from University of Toronto

Based in Washington, D.C., Cadario collaborates with institutions like the Bretton Woods Project and Center for Global Development. His career spans 40+ countries, including Afghanistan, China, and Bhutan, blending technical rigor (civil engineering) with policy innovation.