Over the last three years, Criterion has worked to prove that finance can be a tool to address gender-based violence. These Roadmaps provide guidance on where we see the most significant opportunities and what needs to be done to advance those opportunities. This is not a comprehensive solution to address gender-based violence. Finance is but one tool in the broader work of ending violence. We seek to identify opportunities where engaging systems of finance can fit into the broader landscape of violence prevention and response efforts.
Explore our extensive library of resources on using finance as a tool for transformative social change. Browse by category and sub-categories to find the most relevant materials for your needs. Our library contains reports, case studies, toolkits, and other content aimed at investors, governments, civil society organizations, and anyone interested in harnessing capital for positive impact. Dive in and discover insights and guidance to help drive progress on critical issues.
Emmanuel Lutheran Church in Naples, FL conducted its first 1K micro-lending retreat in April, 2018. The retreat lasted 7 hours on a Saturday at the church.
On April 21st of 2018, Emmanuel Lutheran Church in Naples, Florida hosted a full day 1K Micro-lending retreat.
Most 1K Churches choose the simplest, most direct pathway for their loan to a small business.
Wharton Social Impact Initiative and Suzanne Biegel presented a generous group of investors, philanthropists, advisors and analysts from all sectors and asset classes.
Now is a critical moment to shape the terms of capital in Southeast Asia. More than ever, investments are being made in Southeast Asia by actors in and outside the region.
Conversations about the intersection of finance and gender are gaining traction and generating exciting momentum for the field of gender lens investing.
Our work depends on an ever-expanding community of team members, advisors, donors, and other partners who help us achieve our mission.
