How $70 Changed a Woman’s Life | Mary Ellen Iskenderian
1 billion women around the world remain outside of the formal financial system today. Yes, you read that right. 1 billion. In this episode we speak with Mary Ellen Iskenderian, President and CEO of Women’s World Banking, about this staggering imbalance. We ask Mary Ellen about what it will take to close that gap and how investing in women leads to greater economic stability and prosperity for their families and communities. (35m 26s)
More on Women’s World Banking:
Women’s World Banking’s 2021 Leadership & Diversity Program for Regulators is now accepting applications. This virtual, 16-week global leadership program brings together senior officials from central banks and other regulatory agencies and high-potential women from their respective institutions. Gain leadership skills, inclusive policy knowledge, and an engaging global network.
Check Out Women’s World Banking’s Most Recent Report:
Women’s World Banking partnered with Kenya Commercial Bank (KCB) from 2016 to 2019 to optimize financial and business support services for women-led micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) in Kenya. An accompanying research effort evaluated the effectiveness of program implementation and the resulting outcomes for KCB’s MSME customers, especially women.
Download the report to learn more: https://www.womensworldbanking.org/insights-and-impact/report-empowering-msmes-creating-a-better-banking-experience-for-women-led-micro-small-and-medium-enterprises-in-kenya/
