MICROBALKANS25: Reel Panel 2
Data is the new currency in microfinance! Panel 2: The Power of Structured Data and Transforming Fragmented Inputs into Informed Decisions, brought together experts from IFC – International Finance Corporation, PwC, Payten and Banca Etica who revealed how data science is shaping the future. All panelists agree: data is not just numbers – it is […]
MICROBALKANS25: Reel Workshop
On the third day of MicroBalkans25, the Workshop provided a hands-on introduction to digital payment integration within microfinance operations. Through practical use cases and group exercises, participants explored how mobile wallets, prepaid cards and PSP connections can enhance service delivery and enable more efficient, transparent and client-centered financial processes.The session highlighted concrete steps for implementing […]
MICROBALKANS25: Reel Policy Forum 2: European Partnerships and Harmonization of Standards for Inclusive Finance
At the MicroBalkans25 conference, the second Policy Forum brought together high-ranking partners from Europe who have continuously contributed to the development of the Western Balkans, to discuss creating an enabling environment for the development of social finance. The panel raised key issues of regulatory harmonization, financial inclusion, modernization of payment systems and alignment with the […]
MICROBALKANS25: Reel Borrow Wisely Campaign
https://www.youtube.com/shorts/rsgKRYPyM58 The Borrow Wisely Campaign opened Day 3 with a strong message on the importance of financial literacy and responsible borrowing. Presented as one of the leading regional initiatives for client protection, the session emphasized transparency, education and clear communication between financial institutions and the people they serve.Through practical guidance and field-tested insights, the discussion […]
MICROBALKANS25: Reel Policy Forum 1: Legal Frameworks, EU Policies and Sustainable Development of Microfinance
At the MicroBalkans25 conference, the first Policy Forum brought together regulators, ministry representatives, central banks and microfinance experts to jointly consider how legal frameworks, EU policies and market practices can advance inclusive and sustainable finance in the Western Balkans. The discussion covered access to EU financial instruments, the development of strategies for the social economy, […]
MICROBALKANS25: Spotlight Session 2: Greening the Balkans – Partnerships for the Development of Green Housing Microfinance in the Region
At the MicroBalkans25 conference, Spotlight Session 2 focused on the key role of microfinance institutions in accelerating the green transition in the Western Balkans, with a particular emphasis on the development of green housing microfinance. Through collaboration with national and regional MFI associations, the session demonstrated how partnerships, innovative financing models and awareness-raising can enable […]
MICROBALKANS25: Reel Spotlight Session 1
Spotlight Session 1 featured inspiring stories from clients Milena Haneš and Adna-Dženeta Resić, who shared their experiences building businesses, overcoming challenges, and the importance of microfinance support on their path to financial and professional stability. Their stories highlighted how individual successes are a powerful indicator of the impact of microcredit, mentoring, and education on the […]
MICROBALKANS25: Reel Conclusion Panel 1
MICROBALKANS25: Reel Panel 1
The story starts here! The second Reel is dedicated to the inspiring Panel 1: From Vision to Impact! The founders of microfinance in the region are in one place! Pioneers (Aleksandar Kremenović, Luka Đurović, Vasil Davaliev, Mirzet Ribić, Perlat Sulaj) shared personal stories of how a visionary idea became a movement for financial inclusion and […]
MICROBALKANS25: Reel Opening 2
