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    CFI IS AN INDEPENDENT THINK TANK WORKING TO ADVANCE INCLUSIVE FINANCIAL SYSTEMS AROUND THE WORLD.

    We conduct research, pilot innovative solutions, and convene the inclusive finance sector to spark evidence-based change.

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    Our research and knowledge products aim to inform decision makers within the inclusive finance sector and spark systems-level change to improve the financial lives of underserved people around the world.

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    • Consumer Protection
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    • Climate Risk & Resilience
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    • MSEs in the Digital Economy
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    FOSTERING COLLABORATION TO SPUR ACTION

    Our global convenings bring together inclusive finance experts from around the world to share perspectives, learn from one another, and collectively work to build responsible financial solutions for those who need them most.

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Microfinance

Article

Microfinance Coalition: Call to Action for Investors

21 May 2020

Article

Can MFIs Deliver What Poor People Need?

04 May 2017

Article

Microfinance Is Dead; Long Live Microfinance!

20 Apr 2017

Report

The Microfinance Industry Needs an Infrastructure Fix: Summary of Findings and Recommendations

02 Jul 2015

Report

What Happens to Microfinance Clients Who Default?

01 Jan 2015

Report

Making Microfinance Accessible to Persons with Disabilities: Awareness and Attitudes Among Indian Microfinance Institutions

01 May 2014

Article

Microfinance vs. Financial Inclusion: What’s the Difference?

27 Feb 2013

Microfinance — A Risky Business

01 Jan 2012

Article

Interest Rates 101: APR vs. EIR

27 Aug 2011

Report

Weathering the Storm: Hazards, Beacons, and Life Rafts [Original Report + Case Studies]

07 Jul 2011

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Center for Financial Inclusion

The Center for Financial Inclusion is an independent think tank housed at Accion. Through research and convenings, we work to advance inclusive financial systems around the world.

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