Microfinance Associations: Roles and New Leadership Opportunities

This article summarizes the Spotlight on Financial Inclusion Leaders series of case studies developed by the SEEP Network with support from Citi Microfinance. The series profiles four microfinance associations, showcasing the ways in which they are supporting their members and meeting the challenges of value-added growth in financial inclusion. These associations are leaders in implementing innovative and locally-responsive approaches to financial inclusion. Their work is having a clear and measured impact on the lives of their clients, and their experiences bring valuable new knowledge to the industry at large.