Women and Microfinance in the Global South

Women and Microfinance in the Global South
Author: Lynn Horton
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Total Pages: 265
Release: 2018
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 1108418724

Women and Microfinance in the Global South is a grounded exploration of the intersections of neoliberal ideology and feminism.

Women's Empowerment and Global Health

Women's Empowerment and Global Health
Author: Shari Dworkin
Publisher: Univ of California Press
Total Pages: 346
Release: 2017
Genre: Health & Fitness
ISBN: 0520272889

"What is women's empowerment, and how and why does it matter for women's health? Despite the rise of a human rights-based approach to women's health and increasing awareness of the synergies between women's health and empowerment, a lack of consensus remains as to how to measure empowerment and successfully intervene in ways that improve health. Women's Empowerment and Global Health provides thirteen detailed, multidisciplinary case studies from across the globe and through the course of a woman's life to show how science and advocacy can be creatively merged to enhance the agency and status of women. Accompanying short videos provide background about programs on the ground in India, the United States, Mexico, Nicaragua, Zimbabwe, and South Africa. Women's Empowerment and Global Health explores the promises and limits of programmatic, scientific, and rights-based work in real-world settings and provides the next generation of researchers and practitioners, as well as students in global and public health, sociology, anthropology, women's studies, law, business, and medicine, with cutting edge and inspirational examples of programs that point the way toward achieving women's equality and fulfilling the right to health."--Provided by publisher.

The Impact of Microfinance

The Impact of Microfinance
Author: Roberto Pasca di Magliano
Publisher: Edizioni Nuova Cultura
Total Pages: 72
Release: 2017-01-31
Genre: Political Science
ISBN: 8868127784

The objective of the research project “Development of a training model in the strengthening of microfi-nance in Uganda” has been the definition and the dissemination of a training model in the field of microfi-nance in Uganda. The project can be replicated on a national scale and would have the potential to improve the effectiveness of this sector in order to ultimately reduce financial exclusion. The project achieved main results as follows: organization of a specialized course to improve professional capabilities of local experts working in the field of microfinance in Uganda;implementation of the sustainability to be achieved in terms of microfinance projects’ dissemination by helping the new operators to the introduction of new initiatives in remote areas;improvement of the mobility of trained human resources in order to develop develop a comparative approach to microfinance, in paticular to the issue of microinsurance;creation of an internet portal, in both Italian and English, to open an interesting communicative window;improvement of the availability of relevant data in order to assess the progress and the impact of microfinance projects;sharing micro-entrepreneurial experiences that can create positive externalities to further expand productive activities;dissemination of best practices that will improve entrepreneurial skills, fostering greater impact on the socio-economic context.

Microfinance course - Concept papers

Microfinance course - Concept papers
Author: Roberto Pasca di Magliano
Publisher: Edizioni Nuova Cultura
Total Pages: 59
Release: 2017-01-10
Genre: Political Science
ISBN: 8868127245

The project achieved main results as follows: organization of a specialized course to improve professional capabilities of local experts working in the field of microfinance in Uganda;implementation of the sustainability to be achieved in terms of microfinance projects’ dissemination by helping the new operators to the introduction of new initiatives in remote areas;improvement of the mobility of trained human resources in order to develop develop a comparative approach to microfinance, in paticular to the issue of microinsurance;creation of an internet portal, in both Italian and English, to open an interesting communicative window;improvement of the availability of relevant data in order to assess the progress and the impact of microfinance projects;sharing micro-entrepreneurial experiences that can create positive externalities to further expand productive activities;dissemination of best practices that will improve entrepreneurial skills, fostering greater impact on the socio-economic context. The project results have been collected on three publications, whose contributions have been subjected to a scientific evaluation and approval of the scientific direction: The Socio-Economic Impact of Microfinance: the case of “Wekembe”The Uganda Microinsurance ContestMicrofinance course – concept papers

Research Anthology on Microfinance Services and Roles in Social Progress

Research Anthology on Microfinance Services and Roles in Social Progress
Author: Management Association, Information Resources
Publisher: IGI Global
Total Pages: 711
Release: 2022-09-23
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 1668475537

Microfinance has emerged as a growing field as more businesses discover the benefits and opportunities it provides. To ensure that microfinance is utilized appropriately, further study on the best practices and difficulties is required. The Research Anthology on Microfinance Services and Roles in Social Progress considers the ways in which microfinance can be utilized to achieve social progress as well as the challenges and opportunities of this area. Covering key topics such as income, small businesses, entrepreneurship, and credit, this major reference work is ideal for industry professionals, government officials, computer scientists, entrepreneurs, business owners, managers, policymakers, researchers, scholars, practitioners, instructors, and students.

Financial Inclusion in Emerging Markets

Financial Inclusion in Emerging Markets
Author: Ananda S.
Publisher: Springer Nature
Total Pages: 343
Release: 2021-10-04
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 9811626529

This book discusses ideas for stakeholders to develop strategies to access and use financial products and services such as deposits, loans, and fund transfer mechanism, insurance, payment services, and intermediaries, distribution channels at economical prices in order to cater to the needs of the poor and underprivileged people. Financial inclusion ensures ease of access, availability, and usage of the financial products and services to all the sections of the society. The book will help in recognizing the role of financial inclusion as one of the main drivers in reducing income inequality and thus supporting sustainable economic growth of the countries, especially of an emerging economy. The book provides conceptual and practical ideas from the practitioners, best practices from the experts, and empirical views from the researchers on the best practices and how to mitigate the challenges and issues plaguing the development of the financial inclusion.

Microfinance and Its Discontents

Microfinance and Its Discontents
Author: Lamia Karim
Publisher: U of Minnesota Press
Total Pages: 292
Release: 2011
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 0816670943

The first feminist critique of the much-lauded microcredit process in Bangladesh.

Social Innovation, Entrepreneurship, and Sport for Development and Peace

Social Innovation, Entrepreneurship, and Sport for Development and Peace
Author: Mitchell McSweeney
Publisher: Taylor & Francis
Total Pages: 255
Release: 2022-08-12
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 1000636461

This book examines the ways in which sport for development and peace (SDP) offers an opportunity for entrepreneurship to take place through and within sport, and how innovation in the context of SDP contributes to social and economic value for underrepresented and marginalised groups and individuals. Written by a team of leading international SDP researchers, and featuring the voices of active SDP practitioners, the book examines the ways in which entrepreneurs seek to use sport and/or social innovation in and through sport to achieve their goals of social and economic development. It explores the strategies that SDP organizations and practitioners are utilizing in the current neoliberal moment to not only survive during economic hardship - particularly during the COVID 19 crisis - but also to thrive, drawing on important concepts such as innovation, risk taking, proactiveness and opportunity seeking. It also considers how nongovernmental organizations, companies, governments, and communities are working to tackle development issues in SDP using non-traditional forms of organization and management, such as social enterprise models. Combining cutting-edge research with reflections on best practice in the field, this book is important reading for any advanced student, researcher or practitioner with an interest in the sociology of sport, sport for development, sport management, development studies, social enterprise or innovation.

Microfinance Metaverse Intervention in Changing Context

Microfinance Metaverse Intervention in Changing Context
Author: Dr. M. Sanjoy Singh, Prof. S. K. Baral
Publisher: True Sign Publishing House
Total Pages: 207
Release:
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 9359885509

"Microfinance Metaverse Intervention in Changing Context" delves into the transformative intersection of microfinance and the burgeoning metaverse. As the digital realm of the metaverse expands, the book explores its profound implications on microfinance, examining how virtual banking and digital currencies are revolutionizing grassroots financial services. Beyond traditional models, microfinance institutions are now tapping into virtual economies, leveraging immersive technologies to reach underserved populations with unparalleled efficiency. The narrative seamlessly intertwines the technological nuances of the metaverse with the core principles of microfinance, offering insights into the democratization of finance in this digital age. Yet, with innovation come challenges. The book doesn't shy away from addressing the regulatory hurdles, ethical dilemmas, and socio-economic considerations that this fusion introduces. A groundbreaking exploration, it lays the foundation for understanding the next frontier in financial inclusion in our ever-evolving digital landscape.