Bridging the Digital Divide: Webinar series on Advancing Financial Inclusion
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Led by experts from the United Nations Capital Development Fund (UNCDF), IE University's Africa Center, and private sector organizations, each one-hour webinar will delve into crucial topics related to digital financial inclusion, including evidence-based research tools for gender-intentional policymaking, protecting consumers in the digital financial ecosystem, building digital public infrastructure for financial inclusion, and risks and opportunities related to women's digital financial inclusion.
By attending this webinar series, you will gain invaluable insights into the challenges and opportunities of digital financial inclusion, and the concrete steps that can be taken to ensure that digital financial services are accessible, affordable, and appropriate for all. You will also learn about the latest research and best practices for gender-intentional policymaking, consumer protection, and the development of digital public infrastructure, as well as the strategies and partnerships that are essential for advancing financial inclusion and building more inclusive digital economies.
Whether you are a policymaker, researcher, practitioner, or simply interested in learning more about digital financial inclusion, this webinar series is not to be missed. So register now and join us for a dynamic and engaging discussion on the future of digital finance and financial inclusion!
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Wed, May 03, 2023
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
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11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Breaking Barriers: Bridging the Gender Gap in Digital Finance
This webinar will explore how digital financial services can empower women and drive gender equality. The speakers will share insights on the challenges faced by women in accessing financial services and the opportunities that digital financial inclusion can bring.
Speakers
Sophie Falsini, Policy Analyst and Researcher, UNCDF
Isaac Bezabih, ICT Officer, Digital Opportunity Trust Ethiopia
Patricia Gabaldon, Professor, IE University