Eric Weaver " The goal of Microfinance USA 2010, was to bring together all of the important figures in microfinance domestically and get them in one place thinking about ways we can scale this movement. Bring together people who may be know about international microfinance but were unaware that this was a proven solution in this country as well and I think we have
"The goal of Microfinance USA 2010, was to bring together all of the important figures in microfinance domestically and get them in one place thinking about ways we can scale this movement. Bring together people who may be kno
Description: Micro-credit in the EU means loans under €25,000. It is tailored to micro-enterprises, employing fewer than 10 people (91% of all European businesses), and unemployed or inactive people who want to go into self-employment but
Description: Studies show that when a woman earns money the benefits to the family are greater. Throughout the world the success of micro credit programs which target womens employment has proved an efficient tool for development, particularly in poor rural areas.
Want to learn more about microfinance and how Opportunity International works? This microfinance video gives a brief overview of the system that is positively changing lives around the world.
The Nobel Peace Prize 2006 was awarded to Muhammad Yunus and the Grameen Bank for their efforts to create economic and social development from below. This is a short clip about the life and work of Mr. Yunus.
This film illustrates how Freedom from Hunger and five microfinance organizations (MFIs) are developing innovative solutions that combine microfinance and health services to better meet the needs of microfinance clients and the institutions that serve them. The film uses the example of Bandhan, a lar
This video showcases the growth and impact Grameen Foundation's Mifos technology platform has had in helping Grameen Koota advance towards its mission of providing financial services to 2 million poor clients throughout the Karnataka region in India.
Interview with Michael McCaffrey, financial inclusion technical specialist, Pacific Financial Inclusion Program on microfinance in the Pacific Islands.
