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Working With Savings and Credit Cooperatives

Savings and credit cooperatives provide financial services to millions, including poor and low-income people in many countries. Thus, donors who want to increase access to financial services, especially savings, often support savings and credit cooperatives. Working with these cooperatives offers many advantages, but, to be effective, donors must learn how to overcome several unique challenges.

Topic: Digital Innovation
Sub-topics: Funder Guidance

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