Affordable health finance products boost resilience for urban slum dwellers in India.

A pilot program in India helped low-income women entrepreneurs grow their savings and integrate into the formal financial system.

Women-centered design and a strong coalition of partners are expanding business growth opportunities for VSLA members through a data-driven approach to credit assessment.

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.