Tag: SIFTA

On 10 December, MFC joined the Policy Forum: “How Romanian microfinance institutions support the sustainable growth of microenterprises, farmers and the social economy in Romania”

Organised under the SIFTA | Social Inclusive Finance Technical Assistance program, the event brought together the Romanian Microfinance Association (Asociația de Microfinanț

SIFTA in Action: Driving Innovation and Inclusion Across Europe

From July to November 2025, the SIFTA Program, led by the Microfinance Centre (MFC), delivered a series of impactful events designed to strengthen the microfinance sector and

Driving Inclusive Growth through Microfinance in Greece

MFC has long been dedicated to strengthening local microfinance associations and advancing the role of microfinance institutions (MFIs) and social finance providers across Eur

From New Boss to Inspiring Leader: Stepping into the Role of Responsibility, Not Authority

26/11/2025

Leadership isn’t about titles − it’s about trust, growth and connection. In today’s evolving workplace, managers are expected to lead with empathy, not authority. This webi

Cybersecurity 2025 – Webinar Recap

The “Cybersecurity 2025 – Staying Safe in the Digital World” webinar took place on November 12, 2025, via Zoom, as part of the SIFTA Webinars series. The session brou

Strengthening Microfinance Across Europe: Highlights from SIFTA’s Autumn 2025 Workshops and Trainings

This autumn, the SIFTA Program continued its mission to empower microfinance institutions (MFIs) and social economy financing providers (SEFPs) across Europe through a series

Click with Caution and Lead with Confidence: Two SIFTA Webinars You Can’t Miss This November

This November, join us for two transformative SIFT webinars designed to elevate your leadership and strengthen your organization’s digital safety. Learn how to lead with pur

Every Click Counts: Make Yours Safe. Join Webinar on Cybersecurity

12/11/2025

In today’s world, every click can open the door to opportunity—or to danger. Cybercriminals are evolving fast, and so should your defenses. This workshop is your chance to lear

How Credit Unions Can Stay Ahead of AML Regulations – Insights from the SIFTA Webinar

On 8 October 2025, a webinar on Anti-Money Laundering (AML) regulations was held for CEOs, managers, and staff of Croatian credit unions. The session focused on practical guid

SIFTA Online Workshop: Sales Made Simple. CRM Made Smart

On 26th September, we hosted an online workshop titled “Sales Process Automation and the Benefits of CRM Integration” for representatives of Polish loan funds, sales teams

Catch Up on What Matters: SIFTA Webinars Now Online

Missed a SIFTA webinar? You can now watch all past sessions online. Topics include AI-powered services, digital and green skills, financial planning and mode

Upcoming Local Activities Under the SIFTA Programme

This autumn, the Microfinance Centre will continue leading the Social Inclusive Finance Technical Assistance (SIFTA) Programme, coordinating a new round of local webinars and

Microcredit and Local Development in Southern Italy: Highlights from the Tricase Workshop

On July 28th, the town of Tricase hosted a full-day workshop dedicated to the role of microfinance in advancing local development and youth entrepreneurship in Southern Italy�

SIFTA Mid-Year Highlights: A Strong Start to 2025

With 529 participants, 8 webinars, 3 workshops, 7 tailored trainings, investment readiness support, portfolio analysis, and 5 peer-to-peer study visits, the first half of 2025

Recap of Novalend Peer-to-Peer Visit to Klear Lending under SIFTA

Two days of sharp insight and no-fluff exchange wrapped up the SIFTA Peer-to-Peer visit, where NovaLend (Poland) met with Klear (Bulgaria) in Sofia on 17–18 June. During

BCR Social Finance Welcomes Bielskie Centrum Przedsiębiorczości (BCP)

The SIFTA Peer-to-Peer visit to BCR Social Finance in Bucharest, held on June 11-12, 2025, marked a significant step towards fostering collaboration and knowledge exchange in

Why ESG factors are important for the business sector, particularly for credit unions?  

We discussed the importance of ESG factors for credit unions during the SIFTA workshop  "ESG Overview and Implementation" on June 9th, 2025, at WESPA Spaces, Zagreb which Mic

How to lead and connect the talents and needs of multiple generations? Join our SIFTA webinar on managing a multi-generational team

In today’s dynamic financial landscape, successful leadership requires more than technical expertise - it demands the ability to understand and engage a divers

SIFTA | Webinar on Beyond Compliance: Operationalizing ESG for a Sustainable Competitive Edge

Why Attend? With increasing expectations from regulators, investors, and clients, ESG has evolved from a reporting obligation into a critical business d

Join SIFTA Webinar Series in June

We are pleased to announce that MFC will be hosting two highly engaging webinars in June 2025.🔹 June 13 | 11:00–13:00 CETBuilding Resilience Through Cor