SPOTLIGHT:

INTEGRATED FINANCIAL SERVICES

 
 
Credit distribution packets in a micro-credit group in Sylhet.

Credit distribution packets in a micro-credit group in Sylhet.

FIVDB has been providing financial services for disadvantaged communities in Northeastern part of Bangladesh since the early 80’s. The program has evolved over decades and presently offers services in mobilization of savings, micro-credit, enterprise credit, specialized services for ultra-poor households and technical assistance and financial support for installation of solar home systems. These services are provided through micro-credit groups, mostly consisting of women from rural communities.

Enterprise loans and micro-credit have been used for a variety of businesses and livelihood-generating activities such as livestock, farm expansions and tom-toms/CNG cars. FIVDB accompanies credit distribution with hands-on training and financial management education.