Expanding Access to Finance
Throughout the emerging market world, entrepreneurs, start-ups and micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) are key engines of job creation and inclusive economic growth. FSVC provides technical assistance to financial institutions such as banks, venture capital (VC) investment and securities firms on developing specialized products so that MSMEs can grow their businesses. We also help MSME acquire the management, accounting and financial skills needed to spur business growth and attract financing.
Key FSVC indicators from 2006 to present:
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Countries Served
721
Projects Completed
1,269
Volunteers Deployed
18,244+
People Impacted
$12,828,400
Donated Services
Areas & Countries
Key Accomplishments
- FSVC helped build the capacity of the Egyptian Social Development Fund (SDF) to disburse over US$70 million in funds to over 77,500 women-owned micro- and small-enterprises in Egypt.
- FSVC worked with the Self-Employed Women’s Association in India to train textile workers in India on developing business plans, financial and accounting skills, and helped these small business owners secure a contract with an international clothing company (Zara).
- FSVC trained small business owners in Tunisia to develop business plans and then compete in a locally sponsored business plan competition for prize money and live investors.
- FSVC produced a widely read report in Kenya regarding the importance of financial inclusion in promoting financial integrity.
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FSVC Monthly Update - Roundtable between the Government and Civil Society in Niger, Webinar for Startups in Algeria and More!
17th July, 2020
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FSVC Monthly Update - Strengthening the Business Community in Tunisia, Increasing Budget Transparency in Eswatini and More!
8th May, 2020
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FSVC Monthly Update - Combating the Financing of Terrorism in Somalia, Creating Citizens Budget in Bangladesh and More!
1st April, 2020
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FSVC Monthly Update - Modernizing Public Accounting in Ethiopia, Building the Capacity of Business Incubators in Algeria and More!
19th February, 2020
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FSVC Monthly Update - Launching an Incubator in Niger, Building the Capacity of Chambers of Commerce in Tunisia and More!
29th January, 2020
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FSVC Monthly Update - Developing Pension Funds in Albania, Anti-Money Laundering in Abu Dhabi and More!
12th December, 2019
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FSVC Monthly Update - Business Centers Communication Strategy in Tunisia, Cash Processing System in Albania and More!
10th October, 2019
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FSVC Monthly Update - Annual FSVC Carnegie Symposium, Anti-Money Laundering in Tajikistan and More
10th August, 2019
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FSVC Monthly Update - Entrepreneurship in Morocco, Good Governance in Niger and More
19th July, 2019
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FSVC Quarterly Newsletter - May 2019
10th June, 2019
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FSVC Monthly Update - Central Securities Depository in Moldova, Open Data in Tunisia and More
6th June, 2019
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FSVC Monthly Update - Budget Transparency in Bangladesh, Instant Payments in Albania and More
24th April, 2019
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FSVC Monthly Update - AML/CFT Training in Somalia, Strengthening Financial Supervision in the Marshall Islands and More
19th March, 2019
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FSVC Monthly Update - Assessing the Banking Sector in Angola, Strengthening AML Compliance in El Salvador, and More
6th February, 2019
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FSVC Monthly Update - Fintech Panel in New York, #GivingTuesday and More
27th November, 2018
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US State Department Brings Venture Capital Guidance to Mid-Sized Moroccan Companies
25th October, 2017
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FSVC Opinion Piece: The West can’t afford to turn its back on Africa
27th April, 2017
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FSVC Launches Program to Assist National Bank of Moldova
10th April, 2017
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ABA Journal Features FSVC’s Peer-to-Peer Model
18th December, 2015
Read moreOther Areas of Expertise
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Countering Corruption>
Countering Corruption
Assist government institutions, the private sector and civil society to prevent, detect and disrupt corruption.
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Combating Money Laundering & Terrorist Financing>
Combating Money Laundering & Terrorist Financing
Assist countries in thwarting criminal activities and protecting the savings of citizens and their businesses.
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Strengthening Regulation & Supervision>
Strengthening Regulation & Supervision
Build the capacity of central banks and regulatory agencies to promote a sound and competitive financial sector.
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Promoting Capital Markets Development>
Promoting Capital Markets Development
Deepen capital markets and their supervision to create greater financing and investment opportunities.
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Expanding Commercial Banking>
Expanding Commercial Banking
Strengthen the capacity of banks to provide the credit and services that drive development and economic growth.
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Strengthening Public Financial Management>
Strengthening Public Financial Management
Help governments better manage resources to provide citizens with infrastructure and services.
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Symposia>
Symposia
Convene top international experts to discuss economic, financial, energy security and climate change issues.