Tag: microfinance

Microfinance in Europe Survey

The annual survey of microfinance institutions operating in Europe is carried out in cooperation with the European Microfinance Network (EMN) and provides the most comprehensive in

Enhancing Food Security through Finance-Enabled Food Systems Transformation

This paper examines the untapped potential ofinclusive finance to help address today’s new foodsecurity challenges. The analysis suggests that therole of inclusive finance in add

Building Resilience through Inclusive Insurance: Insights from the European Microfinance Award 2025

By Sam Mendelson. With valuable support from Fernando Naranjo & Daniel Rozas from e-MFP, consultants Rishi Raithatha & Micol Guarneri, and Matthew Genazzini, Asier Achutegu

Social Impact Measurement Toolkit

Why measuring and improving impact matters for microfinanceEvery day throughout Europe, microfinance providers help disadvantaged people start and stay in business. They make a vit

Summary: Borrow Wisely and Microfinance for Youth Entrepreneurs Campaigns 2024

In 2024, the Microfinance Centre conducted two key campaigns: Borrow Wisely and Microfinance for Youth Entrepreneurs. Borrow

Discover the Key Social Finance Trends of 2024

We share the Key Trends in  Microfinance and Social Finance Sector of 2024! Our concise yet comprehensive report covers: Public sector engagement ESG for social econom

Microfinance in the Caucasus and Central Asia. 2024 Edition

The latest study by Microfinance Centre (MFC) reveals that the microfinance sector in the Caucasus and Central Asia region has made significant strides, with the loan portfolio rea

Microfinance as a Tool to Support Europe’s Missing Entrepreneurs

A new research paper on Microfinance as a Tool to Support Europe’s Missing Entrepreneurs from CEB introduces a simple theoretical framework - the Entrepreneurship Pyramid - to be

Our joint efforts with EMN for DG EMPL are gaining momentum

Our collaboration with the European Microfinance Network (EMN) for the Directorate-General for Employment, Social Affairs & Inclusion (DG EMPL) is gaining momentum, thanks

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

Welcome to microsmart  – our new member 

We extend a warm welcome to microsmart as they join our community! Their collaboration underscores our mutual dedication to sustainable finance, further empowering our collective

Welcome to Cooperative Bank of Karditsa  – our new member 

We are thrilled to extend a warm welcome to Cooperative Bank of Karditsa, the newest member of our community! Their partnership strengthens our shared dedication to sustainable fi

Welcome to Klear Lending – our new member

We are delighted to welcome Klear Lending, a new member to our community! Joining hands with us in our commitment to sustainable finance, this addition enriches our collective eff

FEBEA and MFC Join Forces to Strengthen Microfinance and Ethical Finance in Europe

Microfinance Centre (MFC) and European Federation of Ethical and Alternative Banks (FEBEA) are thrilled to announce their strategic partnership, aimed at advancing the cause of mi

Microfinance Centre is hiring for the position of Events Manager

We are looking for a well-organized and enthusiastic candidate, willing to contribute to the fair economic system, especially for underprivileged: self-employed, family business ow

Microfinance Centre is hiring for the position of Events Manager

We are looking for a well-organized and enthusiastic candidate, willing to contribute to the fair economic system, especially for underprivileged: self-employed, family business ow

Join MFC Webinar: Decoding Pact for Skills for MFIs 

20 October 2022

INTRODUCTION Learn about opportunities for upskilling and reskilling of staff in MFIs. Digital literacy and other key skills of today’s workforce are in focus o

Join the SIFTA Webinar: Building the visibility of the Social Finance sector – #EMD2022, Erste Group Campaign case study

13 October 2022

IntroductionSocial Finance is an important tool for addressing finance gaps for inclusive entrepreneurship. MFC network members: MFIs, Social Investors, Ethical/Social Banks, Natio