Tag: SIFTA

NextGen Entrepreneurs Day in Sofia attracts 130+ participants 

The NextGen Entrepreneurs Day forum, held at the GATE Institute in Sofia, brought together 130 participants from across Bulgaria’s innovation and entrepreneurship ecosystem.

Psychological Safety in Teams: A Foundation for Trust, Innovation and Performance

25/06/2026

Most leaders believe they create safe environments. Few teams experience them that way. High-performing teams don’t happen by chance. They are always built on trust, openness and

ESG Reporting in Action: Practical Insights for MFIs

On Monday, 20 April, we hosted a webinar dedicated to ESG and sustainability reporting for microfinance institutions. Participants deepened their understanding of key ESG fram

Public Aid in Practice: Online Workshop for Polish Loan Funds

On Friday, 17 April 2026, the online workshop “Public Aid in Practice” brought together more than 80 participants from Polish loan funds. The session was led by Maciej Zas

SIFTA webinar: Implementation of the European Code of Good Conduct in Croatian Credit Unions

In March, under the SIFTA | Social Inclusive Finance Technical Assistance programme and in partnership with HUKU (Hrvatska udruga kreditnih unija − Croatian Association of C

ESG & Sustainability Reporting for MFIs: a Deep-Dive

20/04/2026

ESG reporting is rapidly becoming a prerequisite for accessing international funding - and this webinar gives you a clear, practical roadmap for getting there. De

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�

Social Inclusive Finance Technical Assistance Program (SIFTA) 

SIFTA provides project advisory and market development support to financial institutions active in the microfinance and/or social entrepreneurship sectors.   In J