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The MFWW Podcast Ep. 18: A Moment of Reflection: Insights from the Leaders of Women’s World Banking 

As the year comes to a close, join us for a special December episode of the Making Finance Work for Women podcast, “A Moment of Reflection: Insights from the Leaders of Women’s World Banking.” In this inspiring conversation, we sit down with the CEO, COO, and Executive VP of Regional Client Services to reflect on the year’s achievements, lessons learned, and the remarkable individuals who drive Women’s World Banking’s mission. From celebrating strides in women’s financial inclusion to exploring resilience in the face of global challenges, this episode offers heartfelt stories, lighthearted moments, and visionary perspectives for the year ahead. Don’t miss this reflective and uplifting conclusion to 2024! 

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The MFWW Podcast Ep. 17: Why Does a Warming World Hesitate to Trust Women Leaders?

Research indicates that female leaders are more likely to champion climate action and sustainability, yet perceptions of their leadership have declined in G7 countries, with only 49% comfortable having a woman as CEO and 47% comfortable with women as heads of government. In this episode of Making Finance Work for Women, we explore why we hesitate to embrace female leaders, especially in the context of climate change—a crisis that disproportionately affects women. In climate-vulnerable countries, women MSMEs face challenges to resilience of their businesses and need financial tools to adapt to new climate realities. Join us as we speak with Buhle Goslar, a fintech leader with over two decades of cross-continental experience and a fellow inclusive finance advocate, to discuss the unique insights women bring to leadership, their commitment to sustainability, and the barriers they face. Tune in to challenge stereotypes and envision a future where female leadership drives global solutions.

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The MFWW Podcast Ep. 16: Climate Change Solutions: How One Fintech is Insuring Women Farmers’ Futures

Did you know that 840 million women in climate-vulnerable countries would find it difficult or impossible to cover the cost of an emergency? In this episode of the Making Finance Work for Women Podcast, we sit down with an economist turned fintech founder, Rose Goslinga (President & Co-Founder, Pula) who returned to her African roots to protect farmers against weather shocks.

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The MFWW Podcast Ep. 15: Beyond Survival: Financial Strategies for Women’s Inclusion Amid Climate Change

Did you know that 753 million women in climate-vulnerable countries do not have an active bank account or e-wallet and women who are financially excluded are most likely to live in a climate-vulnerable region? In this episode of Making Finance Work for Women, we sit down with one of Reuters’ “Trailblazing Women in Climate for 2024” to challenge the traditional focus on resilience and survival during climate shocks.

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The MFWW Podcast Ep. 11: Finance’s Heroine: Consumer Protection

In Episode 11 of the Making Finance Work for Women podcast, Jo Ann Barefoot, CEO of AIR, discusses integrating a gendered perspective into financial consumer protection, strategies for inclusion, and balancing innovation with regulation as nearly one billion women enter the formal financial system.

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The MFWW Podcast Ep. 7: Insider Insights: Financial Inclusion in 2023 and Shaping Forces for 2024

Sonja Kelly from Women’s World Banking and Leora Klapper from the World Bank highlight global progress made by fintechs, regulators, and others in financial inclusion. They also provide insights on anticipated developments in the finance ecosystem for 2024. Tune in to Women’s World Banking’s Making Finance Work for Women (MFWW) Podcast for expert discussions on transformative finance solutions.

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The MFWW Podcast Ep. 6: Touchpoints for Transformation – The Phygital Revolution

This episode delves into the pivotal role of physical touch points in the digital age for engaging women customers and promoting their financial inclusion. Sonja Kelly (Global VP, Women’s World Banking) and Simone di Castri (Co-Head, Cambridge Suptech Labs) discuss fintech innovations, banking agents, financial capability, and digital solutions for reaching last-mile customers. Join us in exploring these crucial issues on Women’s World Banking’s Making Finance Work for Women (MFWW) Podcast.

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The MFWW Podcast Ep. 5: Gender Lens Investing: A Gateway to ESG Excellence

This episode explores gender-focused investment strategies and their role in ESG investing, with a focus on social impact. Sonja Kelly (Global VP, Women’s World Banking) and Ivan Chew, CFA (Director of Impact, BrightLight Group) discuss the transformative potential of investing in women’s economic empowerment. Join us on Women’s World Banking’s Making Finance Work for Women (MFWW) Podcast for expert insights into financial inclusion and social impact investing.

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The MFWW Podcast Ep. 4: Beyond Borders – Women’s Financial Empowerment in Times of Crises

In this episode, we examine how women are disproportionately impacted by economic crises and conflicts, focusing on their struggle to maintain financial stability during displacement. Join Sonja Kelly (Global VP, Women’s World Banking) and Inna Bielianska (GM, MetLife Ukraine) as they discuss solutions for women’s financial inclusion in crises on Women’s World Banking’s Making Finance Work for Women (MFWW) Podcast.

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The MFWW Podcast Ep. 3: The Role of Mobile Network Operators in Women’s Digital Financial Inclusion

Host Sonja Kelly (Global VP, Women’s World Banking) and guest Aniqa Sandhu (CEO, Digicel Group) discuss mobile network companies’ role in boosting women’s internet usage and effective financial capability building. Despite improved coverage, 3.2 billion people remain unconnected, disproportionately impacting women. Join us on Women’s World Banking’s Making Finance Work for Women (MFWW) Podcast as we delve into solutions for women’s financial inclusion.

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