Strengthen the capacity of domestic financial institutions to encourage and expand access to banking, insurance, and financial services for all.
Could this be your career mission?
Below are employers you could work for, occupations they employ, and education and training programs to prepare you to achieve this target.
Employers
Community Credit Unions: Offer savings, loans, and other financial services to their members, often within a specific community or group.
Microfinance Institutions: Provide financial services, including small loans and savings facilities, to low-income individuals and micro-entrepreneurs in local communities.
Community Development Corporations: Revitalize and develop local communities, including initiatives to improve access to financial services for residents.
Local Nonprofit Financial Counseling Services: Provide financial education, counseling, and assistance to individuals and families in managing their finances effectively.
Small Business Development Centers: Offer support to local entrepreneurs and small businesses, including access to financial resources and assistance with financial planning.
Community-Based Savings Groups: Pool savings and provide access to small loans within the group, fostering financial inclusion at the grassroots level.
Community Cooperatives: Take various forms (e.g., agricultural, housing, or worker cooperatives) and provide financial services tailored to the specific needs of the community.
Local Chambers of Commerce: Engage in activities that support local businesses, including initiatives to enhance access to financial services and resources.
Community Development Financial Institutions: Focus on providing financial services to underserved communities, and promoting economic development.
Local Social Enterprises: Social enterprises operating at the local level may have a mission to address financial inclusion challenges, providing services and products that meet the needs of the community.