This course has been designed with the intention that all participants can replicate the workshop back in their own context to be used directly with clients or to train staff. Afternoon Classes 16. Every environment, of course, poses challenges. Included will be thoughts on how existing Microfinance Institutions in areas susceptible to these phenomena can prepare for and respond to these challenges, as well as ideas for organizations considering entering new areas following disasters of these types. The opportunity to save may be in greater demand by the very poor than access to credit.
Savings can also be the most promising source of capital to fund a microcredit portfolio.
Yet, liquid savings services often are neglected by institutions offering microfinance services, particularly those that aim to reach the very poor. This course will explore the key issues related to the provision of quality savings services. We will examine the demand for savings services and the savings products used to meet this demand in different environments. Drawing on experience world-wide, we will identify key program design challenges and options. Finally, we will examine issues of institutional form, regulation and supervision as they affect the ability to responsibly mobilize resources of the very poor.