Shalini

Unlocking Potential: The Role of Microfinance in Alleviating Poverty and Inequality

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Produktbeschreibung

Poverty and inequality cast long shadows. "Unlocking Potential: The Role of Microfinance in Alleviating Poverty and Inequality" explores microfinance, a financial tool that empowers individuals to break free from these cycles.Imagine communities where small loans unlock a world of possibilities. Microfinance offers a glimmer of hope:Breaking Barriers: Microloans provide crucial capital to those excluded from traditional banking systems, fueling small businesses and income generation.Empowerment and Agency: By becoming self-employed, individuals take control of their economic destinies, fostering self-sufficiency and dignity.Ripple Effect: Microfinance institutions often prioritize women borrowers, potentially leading to positive social change within communities.However, challenges remain:Debt Trap Potential: High interest rates and short repayment periods can trap borrowers in a cycle of debt, negating the benefits.Sustainability Concerns: Focus on short-term loans may not address long-term financial needs or promote sustainable business development.Limited Reach: Microfinance may not be a universal solution, and broader structural reforms are needed for widespread poverty reduction.Despite these limitations, microfinance offers valuable insights:Responsible Practices Matter: Sustainable interest rates, client protection measures, and business skills training are crucial for effective empowerment.A Piece of the Puzzle: Microfinance should be part of a comprehensive strategy that includes access to markets, education, and infrastructure development.Beyond Numbers: The human narrative - stories of resilience and setbacks - is key to refining microfinance practices.Microfinance has the potential to be a powerful tool in the fight against poverty and inequality. By acknowledging challenges, fostering responsible models, and learning from experiences, microfinance can play a crucial role in unlocking the potential of individuals and communities around the world

Produktdetails

• Verlag: tredition
• Seitenzahl: 92
• Erscheinungstermin: 7. Juni 2024
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 234mm x 155mm x 7mm
• Gewicht: 165g
• ISBN-13: 9783384253279
• ISBN-10: 3384253272
• Artikelnr.: 70928417

Autorenporträt

Expertise: Environmental Epidemiology, Exposure Assessment, Low-Dose Effects Dr. Shalini is a recognized expert in environmental epidemiology, particularly the challenges associated with studying the health effects of low-level environmental exposures. Her work focuses on the critical need for accurate measurement in environmental epidemiology research. Dr. Shalini's research likely explores areas such as: The development and application of biomarkers for measuring low-dose environmental exposures Statistical methods for handling measurement error and uncertainty in dose-response relationships Designing and conducting epidemiological studies to investigate health risks from low-level exposures The challenges of causal inference in environmental health research The importance of accurate measurement for environmental risk assessment and public health policy