About CGAP
The Consultative Group to Assist the Poor works toward a world in which everyone has access to the financial services they need to improve their lives.
CGAP develops innovative solutions for financial inclusion through practical research and active engagement with financial service providers, policy makers, and funders. Established in 1995 and housed at the World Bank, CGAP combines a pragmatic approach to market development with an evidence-based advocacy platform to advance poor people’s access to finance.
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Policy and regulation must create the right “rules of the game” that will reinforce responsible practices and products from suppliers. Read More »
Over the last 30 years, we have learned a lot about what works and what doesn’t in increasing poor people’s access to financial services. Read More »
Debate about the impact and benefits of microfinance has shifted over the course of the last 25 years. Read More »