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The Unsung Heroes of Microfinance: Microloan Officers
Bolivian microloan officer Justiniano Osco visits 20 meetings every week, with some requiring a two-and-a-half-hour ride. His dedication to visiting communities in remote regions is typical of micofinance loan officers and reflects a key difference between microfinance institutions and traditional banks.
Take a “Virtual” Microfinance Journey — February 5 at REI
Global Partnerhips is hosting a “virtual” microfinance journey at REI on February 5, and recruiting for our upcoming PartnerTrip to Bolivia in April.
Peru Travel Opportunity with I-DEV International
I-DEV International is leading a 10-day program in December/January for young professionals and students interested in CSR, international development, microfinance and non-profit sectors.
Travel With Global Partnerships to El Salvador
Want to see microfinance in action in a Central American country with a fascinating history? Consider joining Global Partnerships (GP) on a PartnerTrip to El Salvador, from November 15 to 22, 2009.
What Microfinance in Nicaragua and Bolivia Looks Like
This is the topic Global Partnerships that staffer Chris Megargee and Seattle video team Rustin Thompson and Ann Hedreen are now investigating in a 10-day trip through Nicaragua and Bolivia to document microfinance programs of three of our partner groups. You can follow along.
Nine Days Following Microfinance in Peru
Seattle-based Global Partnerships just led a group of travelers on a nine-day trip to Peru to see microfinance programs in action. What did they learn? A lot, including why FONDESURCO loan officers needs stamina and strong lungs.
San Diego Microfinance Summit
A conference highlighting the local and international work of San Diego’s microfinance organizations open to all interested parties.
Coverage of Matt Flannery at Town Hall
Over 600 people turned out to see Matt Flannery at Town Hall. Keep reading for information about rebroadcasts on Seattle Channel.
Global Partnerships Microfinance Trip to Peru
Are you considering a donation to microfinance, but would like to see first hand how it works?
Global Visionaries Open House and Upcoming Trip
Global Visionaries, a Seattle organization whose mission is to educate and empower youth to become global citizens, will be showing off their new office digs at an open house and informational session. If you are interested in participating in an upcoming trip to Guatemala, would like to learn more about the organization, or are actively [...]
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