BFL, along with various Lao women leaders from the diplomatic, administration, and local communities, discussed key issues on inclusion and gender equality at the 111th Anniversary of the International Women’s Day summit. BFL Team also had the opportunity to present its Banking on Women Initiatives to Madame Naly Sisoulith, Lao new First Lady.
The event, organized by the Lao Women’s Union, aims to generate key feedback and awareness under the theme: “Women in Leadership: Achieving an Equal Future in a COVID-19 World”.
BFL Banking on Women, started in 2017, aims to expand ‘Access to Finance’ for Lao Women and entrepreneurs. The bank is supporting a network of women-owned SME by providing affordable financing solutions in a sustainable and profitable way, as well as financial advisory and mentoring services.
A dedicated Corporate Social Responsibility program has also been initiated with UNFPA and local partners, with its purpose aimed at reducing gender inequalities and developing financial literracy among vulnerable rural women population.
