WB, OECD, CGAP and DFID report advocates promoting access to finance by empowering customers in developing countries
World Bank, Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development, Consultative Group to Assist the Poor and Department for International Development note discusses importance of financial literacy for consumers in developing countries. Reviews how leading international organizations are working to strengthen financial literacy throughout the developing world. Presents empirical evidence on value of financial literacy programs and makes the case for importance of further research to determine the most effective financial literacy tools, programs, and public policies, especially in context of a developing country.
Publisher:
International Organizations
Release date:
Feb 2009
Type:
Consultative, discussion and issues paper
Topics:
Consumer education and protection, Financial inclusion
Sectors:
Banking, Insurance, Microfinance, Microinsurance, Pensions, Securities
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