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Microfinance and Gender Empowerment

Microfinance refers to the provision of financial services, such as small loans and savings accounts, to individuals in low-income communities, while gender empowerment involves enhancing the social, economic, and political status of women, enabling them to participate fully in society. Together, microfinance and gender empowerment aim to improve women's access to resources and opportunities, fostering economic independence and promoting gender equality.

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Microfinance is a powerful tool that provides financial services to individuals who are often excluded from traditional banking systems. It plays a vital role in empowering women by giving them access to small loans, enabling them to start businesses and improve their economic status. This empowerme...

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Key Terms

Microloan
A small loan given to individuals who do not have access to traditional banking.

Example: A woman receives a microloan to start a tailoring business.

Financial Inclusion
The process of ensuring access to financial services for all individuals.

Example: Microfinance aims to promote financial inclusion for women.

Entrepreneurship
The act of starting and running a new business.

Example: Women entrepreneurs often use microfinance to launch their ventures.

Social Impact
The effect of an activity on the social fabric of the community.

Example: Microfinance can have a positive social impact by empowering women.

Gender Equality
The state of equal access to resources and opportunities regardless of gender.

Example: Microfinance promotes gender equality by supporting women.

Capacity Building
The process of developing skills and abilities in individuals or communities.

Example: Training programs help women build capacity to manage their businesses.

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Poverty Alleviation Strategies
Methods and approaches to reduce poverty in communities.
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Key Concepts

MicroloansFinancial InclusionWomen EntrepreneursSocial Impact