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The “Domino Effect” of Disbursing a Single Microloan

Society Development Committee, or SDC, based in Faridpur, Bangladesh, is a microfinance partner of the Feed the Future Bangladesh Livestock and Nutrition Activity, funded by USAID and implemented by ACDI/VOCA. Through this partnership, thousands of people working in Bangladesh’s livestock sector have benefited from microfinance products.

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Thu from Vietnam runs an organic farming network. After participating in a 'family day' run by CARE, her husband how supports her at home, allowing her to grow her business.

Glorifying Multi-Tasking by Women Entrepreneurs Must Stop

Author(s):

Emma Langbridge
How many times this week have you heard someone rave about an amazing mother who is simultaneously juggling her business with childcare, while running a household? This is constantly happening. Everywhere across the globe. We all do it – men and women. Glorifying multi-tasking by women entrepreneurs must stop.
A woman rolls out dough in a kitchen

In Lebanon, Women Break Barriers to Success

Author(s):

Corus International
Necessity Breeds Entrepreneurship  “I needed to provide for my children.” It’s a simple reason that motivates millions of parents to earn money every day.

Supporting SMEs in Vulnerable Areas

Author(s):

Marketlinks Team
The Pakistan Firms Project is helping increase the profitability and incomes of small- and medium­-sized enterprises in vulnerable areas.