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External Webinar

AI as a Thought Partner: Possibilities and Limitations for Evaluation Practice

This webinar will present findings from a qualitative study of 13 impact investing evaluation professionals who incorporated ChatGPT into their work. The research examines what AI can and cannot bring to evaluative dialogue, finding that the very qualities that make AI useful for certain evaluative tasks limit its value for others. 

Paper

Assessing the Causal Effects of Microfinance on Economic Empowerment and Household Welfare of Women in Ghana: Instrumental Variable Evidence

This study estimates the causal effects of microfinance participation on economic and welfare outcomes of women in Ghana using survey data from 398 women across five regions.

Paper

Unpacking Impact to Unlock Scale: Pilot Testing the WASH Impact Indicator Framework

This publication presents the results of Phase III of the WASH Action Group’s work to develop and validate a harmonized WASH impact indicator framework, with a strong focus on real-world feasibility.

FinEquity Blog

Does Financial Literacy Have the Potential to Transform Women's Lives in Africa?

BRAC shares three key takeaways from a survey of participants in their financial and digital literacy program.

Slide Deck

2024 Impact Report

This report offers evidence-backed insights, practical strategies, and real-world examples that show why investing in women is smart, sustainable, and transformative.

Paper

2024 Impact Report BBVAMF

In this Report, the BBVA Microfinance Foundation compiles its main activity data and the projects and products it has implemented to promote the progress, training, resilience and socio-economic situation of the entrepreneurs it serves.

FinDev Webinar

Impact Pathfinder: How Does Financial Inclusion Contribute to Development?

In this webinar, we heard from key stakeholders who discussed how CGAP’s new interactive platform can help you better understand and apply financial inclusion evidence.

Paper

Evaluating the WASH Action Group Indicator Framework: A Brief on the Practices of Investors and Their Partners

This brief summarizes the key findings of the research project and offers actionable recommendations to enhance framework adoption, aiming to bridge critical gaps in impact measurement and reporting, ultimately improving the transparency and effectiveness of WASH sector interventions.

Paper

Microfinance Index 2024

This publications shares results from a survey with quantitative and qualitative data along six key dimensions of impact, including Access, Business Impact, Household Impact, Client Protection, Resilience, and Agency.

Case Study

Global Partnerships Case Study: Measuring and Managing Financial Inclusion Outcomes

This case study explores how Global Partnerships integrates outcomes data into investment decisions, highlighting key enablers for success, including leadership support, impact-driven strategy, and collaborative partnerships with financial service providers.