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MFC has been re-elected as a member of the EU Commission’s expert group

We are thrilled to announce that the Microfinance Centre (MFC) has been re-elected as a member of the EU Commission’s expert group on ‘Social Economy and Social Enterprises’

Join Microfinance for Youth Entrepreneurship and Borrow Wisely Campaigns 2024!

In October and November we’re going to run very exciting campaigns, and we invite you to join us in becoming our partner. Borrow Wisely Campaign 2024 For the past 9 years,

Joint Effort with EMN

In relation to the EU parliamentary elections, MFC has partnered with the European Microfinance Network (EMN) to promote our “Manifesto: Supporting Micro-Entrepreneurs, Soci

Partnering with FEBEA

On December 8th, MFC and FEBEA formalized a significant partnership by signing a Framework Partnership Agreement. This agreement establishes a collaborative space to tackle th

MFC and EMN Collaborate with DG EMPL on Key Microfinance Initiatives

We are excited to share that the Directorate-General for Employment, Social Affairs & Inclusion (DG EMPL) has invited MFC and EMN to contribute to three crucial initiative

Successful Peer-to-Peer Visit: Finbee Representatives Explore Polish MSME Finance Landscape

We are pleased to share the success of a recent peer-to-peer visit under the SIFTA Program! On June 20-21, 2024, Finbee representatives: Tomas Maciulaitis, Toma Kavaliauskien�

MFC proudly joined Social Economy Europe

On 24th June, MFC became a member of Social Economy Europe (SEE). SEE is the voice of 2.8 million social economy enterprises and organisations in Europe. Since its foundation,

Get Ready for Social Finance Vibe 2024

We’re thrilled to announce this year’s annual virtual learning event – Social Finance Vibe, themed “Leadership & Diversity” will happen on October 29-30! You

Call for Green Recognition Award

At the occasion of the 4th edition of the Social Finance Vibe 2024: Leadership and Diversity, the fully virtual conference, to be organized by the Microfinance Centre (MFC) on

Read the MFC Annual Report 2023!

2023 proved to be a dynamic and milestone year for MFC! We celebrated our 25th anniversary and a decade of strategic collaboration with the European Commission, marking si

Recent changes to the MFC Council

During the Annual Membership Meeting held in Cracow on May 14, 2024, MFC held membership elections. Congratulations to Gabriele Giuglietti (MFC Council Vice-President

Successful Roundtable of Regulatory Authorities at the 26th MFC Annual Conference in Cracow

The Microfinance Centre (MFC) is pleased to announce the successful conclusion of the Roundtable of Regulatory Authorities, held on May 14, 2024, during the 26th MFC Annual Co

On #WorldRefugeeDay, We Stand with Resilient Refugees

On #WorldRefugeeDay, we at the Microfinance Centre (MFC) stand proudly with resilient refugees dedicated to rebuilding their lives. This commitment reflects the essence of tod

Driving Change Together: MFC and FEBEA Forge Stronger Ties for European Microfinance

In April 2024, Daniel Sorrosal, the Secretary General of the European Federation of Ethical and Alternative Banks (FEBEA), made a significant visit to the Microfinance Centre

Bank Gospodarstwa Krajowego Becomes a sponsor of the 26th MFC Annual Conference Embracing Diversity for Inclusive Finance

We are proud and happy to announce another sponsor of the 26th Annual Conference Embracing Diversity for Inclusive Finance. Bank Gospodarstwa Krajowego is a Polish development b

Congratulations to TTF Grantees! MFC and Cerise+SPTF together with 8 social finance institutions kick-off Transform Together Fund Project

On the 14-15 February, 2024, MFC and Cerise+SPTF, met in Paris to welcome 8 beneficiary organizations that received grants to implement and test green and digital

Welcome to Enabling Qapital Ltd (EQ) – our new member

We extend a heartfelt welcome to Enabling Qapital Ltd (EQ) as they become part of our community! Their involvement underscores our joint dedication to advancing sustainable financ

Welcome to Fimple – our new member

We enthusiastically welcome Fimple to our community! Their partnership highlights our shared commitment to sustainable finance, strengthening our combined efforts to make a positi

FinDev Gateway Becomes Media Partner for the 26th MFC Annual Conference Embracing Diversity for Inclusive Finance

Exciting News! We're thrilled to announce FinDev Gateway as our official media partner for the 26th Annual Conference Embracing Diversity for Inclusive Finance! CGAP’s Fin

European Microfinance Award 2024

Applications now open for EUR 100,000 prize! The European Microfinance Award 2024 on ‘Advancing Financial Inclusion for Refugees & Forcibly Displaced People' is now open

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