The money generated through microenterprises is opening doors to benefits long denied many of these women, including health care, education, transportation, civic participation, and reproductive services. As a result, borrowers' families have experienced lower fertility rates, less domestic violence, fewer health problems, increased female attendance in primary and secondary schools, higher self esteem, and fuller participation in the political and economic activities of the community. Until each woman repays her loan, none of the other group members can take out another loan. Microfinance programs enable low-income women to increase the family income, thus enhancing family security and creating a chain of positive improvements for the entire community. The Microenterprise Development Project is arranging partnerships with microfinance organizations in at least three countries within Asia, Africa and Latin America.
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