infoDev now also on Facebook …

infoDev, the World Bank’s Information for Development Program, now uses “social media”, i.e. Facebook, Twitter and YouTube. From the announcement blurb:

infoDev’s expansion into social media is helping us reach new audiences. We now have over 300 followers on Twitter and our page on Facebook and our videos on YouTube are gaining popularity. This venture is part of a larger effort by infoDev to communicate effectively with a wide range of audiences and stakeholders. We aim to showcase infoDev’s development impact and keep fans up to date on our projects and activities, with the ultimate goal of fostering greater transparency and engagement with the global community in our development mission.

• Facebook – Become a Fan! www.infodev.org/facebook
• Twitter – Follow our comments! www.twitter.com/infodev
• YouTube – Comment on our Videos! www.youtube.com/worldbank