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The "missing middle" of small businesses with Shamina Singh

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Accelerating financial health for garment workers

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Tapping into digital partnerships to build financial resilience

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When Peruvian entrepreneur Elizabeth Vargas Vilca wanted to launch a shoe manufacturing business, she faced one barrier after another. Initially, her husband balked at the idea of her working at all. Then, after overcoming his opposition, she struggled to obtain a bank loan. In the meantime, Vargas Vilca lacked digital skills needed to help her business grow.

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Designing financial tools with women in mind can empower them — and boost economies

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