About The World Microfinance Forum Geneva
Our claim: Private sector-led promotion of inclusive financial markets
The World Microfinance Forum Geneva promotes inclusive financial markets. The provision of financial services to the population at the base of the economic pyramid not only contributes to poverty reduction and development, it also offers interesting business and investment opportunities for the private sector.
The World Microfinance Forum Geneva: A public-private partnership
The World Microfinance Forum is a public-private partnership, with the private sector as the driving force. Membership in the association is open to entities sharing the goal of promoting inclusive financial markets.
International events
Key activities of the Forum include organizing biennial international symposia in Geneva and local events in regions with a high potential for private-sector engagement in inclusive finance, with 2 unique events in 2008.
Research
To promote the understanding of inclusive financial markets as an effective approach towards poverty reduction and development as well as an exciting business opportunity for the private sector, we commission original research papers. These papers cover important trends and issues relevant for the engagement of the private sector and offer concrete tools.
The WMFG is steered by a board of representatives from our members, draws on the experience of long-standing experts in the area of inclusive finance, responsible investment and social entrepreneurship, and is managed operationally by a team of experienced professionals in financial services, microfinance and social responsibility.
