Financial Inclusion for Youth
Challenge The inclusive finance community has learned the fundamentals of youth finance and achieved key successes. Nonetheless, gaps remain that continue to inhibit youth access…
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Economic Opportunities
Portable Credit Histories for Syrian Refugees
Challenge The Syrian civil war led to the long-term displacement of more than 6 million Syrians to surrounding countries and Europe. While living as refugees,…
Human and Community Development (HCD) Due Diligence Contract
Challenge The Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) is an independent U.S. government agency that works to reduce poverty through economic growth by partnering with developing countries…
Indirect Impact Study, the Value of Skills Pilot Study, and a Prototype Tool
Challenge Investments in skills development can generate benefits that extend far beyond the individuals who receive training, yet these broader effects are often difficult to…
Empowering Frontline Youth Development Center Staff in Washington, DC
Challenge Youth involved in the justice system in the United States are not always easy to engage—but with the right support, they can heal, grow,…
Inclusive Lending Product Development
Challenge In the Eastern and Southern Caribbean women have not historically been the target users of financial products and business support services. There is a…
Ukraine National Identity Through Youth (UNITY) Activity
As active conflict in eastern Ukraine continues, young people remain vulnerable to divisive rhetoric, hostile and over-simplified narratives, and recruitment by far-right radical groups.
Caribbean Financial Landscape Assessment of Clean Energy Investments
Challenge The Caribbean is highly dependent on imported oil, despite great potential to generate energy via renewable and clean sources, such as solar, wind, hydropower,…
Youth Economic Opportunities Network
Challenge Youth economic opportunity stakeholders do not have access to many platforms that enable them to share knowledge about the field. Collection, analysis, and dissemination…