Maria Nowak Research Fellowship – ToR Asociación Española de Microfinanzas
The main objective of this research is to analyse the financial exclusion experienced by migrant populations in Spain and to evaluate the role of microcredit as an effective tool for fostering their inclusion in the financial system. The study will combine qualitative and quantitative methodologies to assess the current barriers, the effectiveness of existing financial […]
Press Release: Barcelona Hosts the Closing Ceremony of the European Microfinance Day with MicroBank and Fundació Autoocupació
– The day highlights the role of microcredits as a tool for social and financial inclusion. – With a loan portfolio of 2.136 billion euros, Spain leads Europe in the penetration of microcredits. 22 May 2025 Barcelona has emerged as the European capital of microfinance with the celebration of the closing ceremony of the […]
Spain Leads the EU in Microcredit Provision and Hosts the 2025 European Microfinance Day in Barcelona
This year’s European Microfinance Day, taking place on 22–23 May in Barcelona, comes at a symbolic moment for the sector: Spain now leads the European Union in microcredit provision, according to recent figures published by El Periódico. With over 55,000 active operations and more than €900 million in circulation, Spain has become a benchmark in […]
Financing Her Future: How Microfinance Empowers Women Entrepreneurs Across Europe
On 29 April 2025, the European Microfinance Network (EMN), in collaboration with the Women Entrepreneurship Platform (WEP), held a pivotal webinar titled “Unlocking Opportunities: Microfinance 1.01 for Women Entrepreneurs.” The event brought together field practitioners, institutional representatives, and advocates for gender equality in finance to explore the potential of microfinance as a tool for women’s […]
Webinar # 2: Unlocking Opportunities: Microfinance 1.01 for Women Entrepreneurs
Women entrepreneurs in the Balkans encounter significant challenges in accessing the financial resources needed to launch, sustain, and grow their businesses. Factors such as limited collateral, gender bias in traditional banking, and insufficient financial literacy create substantial barriers. Microfinance offers a transformative solution by providing women with small loans, mentoring, and tailored financial products, which […]
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NEW PUBLICATION: FINANCING SOCIAL ECONOMY IN EUROPE – THE NEED FOR A STRONGER INVESTEU PROGRAM
Today we are happy to share with you the latest publication from Social Economy Europe on “FINANCING SOCIAL ECONOMY IN EUROPE – THE NEED FOR A STRONGER INVESTEU PROGRAM”. You can find a short version of the document at this LINK or download the the full report HERE.
NEW PUBLICATION: MICROLUX 2023 ANNUAL REPORT
EMN member, Microlux, has just published its 2023 Annual Report. If you are curious to learn all the latest updates and initiatives promoted by Microlux, click this LINK to read the full report and HERE for the press-release.
EVENT: Technical workshop on macroprudential policies for non-bank financial intermediation (NBFI)
On 22 May 2024, the European Commission’s Directorate-General for Financial Stability, Financial Services and Capital Markets Union (DG FISMA) will organise a technical workshop to launch a targeted consultation on macroprudential policies for non-bank financial intermediaries. Information on how to register are available at this LINK.
SIFTA Programme is now on LinkedIn!
Exciting News: The Social Inclusive Finance Technical Assistance (SIFTA) is now on LinkedIn! Follow our page to stay up-to-date on our journey of innovation and growth and help us spread the word by resharing this post – let’s continue to stay connected as a community! The SIFTA programme is funded by European Investment Bank (EIB) and offers free-of-charge targeted […]