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Evaluation of the European Progress Microfinance Facility

Summary

An evaluation of the EU's microfinance program, highlighting its role in social inclusion while noting gaps in gender equality and outreach to vulnerable groups.
10 15.12.2015
Other
finance
economy
social policy
equal treatment
public administration
employment and working conditions

Key points

  • The facility serves as a vital tool for social inclusion by providing credit to those at risk of poverty or unemployment.
  • There is a notable gender gap, with women representing only about 36% of the entrepreneurs benefiting from the program.
  • The program needs to improve its outreach to specific vulnerable groups, including migrants, refugees, and people with disabilities.
  • The definition and limits of what constitutes a microcredit should be reviewed to better meet market needs.
Documents (PDFs)
REPORT on implementation of the European Progress Microfinance Facility Implementation of the European Progress Microfinance Facility
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