This evidence review synthesizes rigorous evidence on the impacts of savings groups on women's financial inclusion and economic activity in developing economies.

Unequal power dynamics and discriminatory social norms can stand in the way of women gaining full control of their financial resources. Engaging in four types of dialogue – from household to systems – can help shift these norms.

This study explores the role of informal savings mechanisms, such as the group-based savings system called Ajo or Esusu in the south-west of Nigeria, in promoting financial inclusion in Nigeria, and particularly among women.

This report shares case studies from six countries that detail how advocacy, partnerships, and tailored regulatory frameworks have fostered supportive legal environments for Savings Groups (SGs), promoting their growth, sustainability, and integration into formal financial systems while preserving their essential informality.

This paper presents findings from a comprehensive qualitative research study, including focus group discussions, key informant interviews, and an extensive literature review. It offers practical recommendations for stakeholders working in rural finance and gender empowerment.

This learning report focuses on the role of savings groups in addressing systemic gender inequities in markets.

VisionFund has been exploring how formal loans to savings groups can help overcome capital constraints and improve members’ resilience.

The conference highlighted the need for a national regulatory framework for savings groups and the establishment of an Apex organization to support them.

This research was commissioned by CGAP and carried out by DeepRoot Consulting to understand efforts by Yemen's Social Fund for Development, to leverage savings groups as an entry point for formal providers to reach underserved, rural, and female segments in Yemen amidst conflict and a contracting microfinance sector.

The agreement will allow Nu Colombia to build the foundations to launch, in the future, a market strategy that promotes the financial inclusion of this population through access to digital financial services focused on savings accounts.