Exploring Disability Inclusive Financial Services: A New Frontier in Inclusive Finance

Exploring Disability Inclusive Financial Services: A New Frontier in Inclusive Finance

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e-MFP, in collaboration with the Barrier-Free Finance Initiative (BFFI), is hosting a panel discussion titled “Disability Inclusive Financial Services: A New Frontier for Inclusive Finance.” This webinar aims to address the persistent exclusion of persons with disabilities (PWDs) from financial services and inclusion strategies, despite advancements in financial inclusion.

Event Overview

The webinar will introduce key concepts related to disability inclusion in the context of inclusive finance. It will delve into the systemic barriers faced by PWDs and explore actionable strategies to integrate disability inclusion into financial inclusion objectives.

What to Expect

An introduction to essential disability inclusion concepts.
Insights from research on financial barriers and solutions for PWDs.
Practical experiences from diverse stakeholders working towards disability inclusion in the financial sector.
Key takeaways to integrate disability inclusion within inclusive finance initiatives.

Featured Speakers

  • Roy Mersland (University of Agder): Research insights on the financial inclusion of PWDs.
  • Maame Saah Oduro-Frimpong (Bank of Ghana): The role of central banks and regulators in creating an inclusive financial environment.
  • Céline Trublin (Humanity & Inclusion): Best practice approaches in disability-inclusive financial services.
  • Fundación Paraguaya (speaker TBC): A financial service provider committed to disability inclusion.

The discussion will be moderated by Paul Surreaux and Alison Thornburn from BFFI.

Join the Webinar

Date: 10th April 2025
Time: 15:00 – 16:00 CEST

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn how to build a more inclusive financial ecosystem. Register for the webinar to participate in this insightful discussion.