The objectives of the proposal for Improving Access to Finance for Women and Youth-led Enterprises are:
- To develop innovative financial products and services that meet the unique needs of women and youth-led enterprises.
- To build the capacity of financial institutions to serve women and youth-led enterprises by providing training and technical assistance.
- To promote financial literacy among women and youth entrepreneurs, including training on financial management, budgeting, and access to credit.
- To establish partnerships with private sector actors, such as banks and microfinance institutions, to leverage their resources and networks to support women and youth-led enterprises.
- To create an enabling policy and regulatory environment that supports the growth and development of women and youth-led enterprises.
- To monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of the program and make necessary adjustments to ensure that it achieves its objectives.
These objectives aim to address the systemic barriers that women and youth-led enterprises face in accessing finance and help to create an ecosystem that supports their growth and success.
