Open House

This session explores how economic inclusion programs can more effectively support women by addressing gender-specific constraints and strengthening agency, participation, and access to opportunities. Speakers from Bangladesh, Kenya, and Malawi share practical lessons from program implementation, including approaches such as structured apprenticeships for young women, community sensitization,…

As economic inclusion programs scale—now reaching over 70 million people across 88 countries—there is a growing need for more financing, stronger accountability, and results that last. Outcomes-based financing (OBF) offers one promising path forward.

By linking funding to measurable outcomes, OBF creates opportunities to innovate and better align incentives across stakeholders. But how…

People living in extreme poverty are exposed to significant risks and a sudden health emergency or natural disaster could cause a major setback for their household’s well-being.  These shocks can destabilize a household, as the poorest people often lack access to the very resources they need to navigate challenges effectively. In this context, having the resources and resilience to seize…

The Open House "Shedding Light on What Works: Economic Inclusion for Refugees and Host Communities" emphasized the critical importance of context when designing and implementing programs for displaced populations, highlighting factors such as mobility and access to market opportunities. It stressed the importance of starting with a theory of change, actively engaging with the target population…

Women are disproportionately affected by the multifaceted impacts of climate change. Building women’s capacity to prepare for, cope with, and adapt to climate shocks is imperative. Economic inclusion programs offer a viable solution for governments to address this challenge. These programs can foster women’s economic empowerment while promoting the adoption of climate-smart techniques and…

Coaching is a key ingredient in unlocking the full potential of economic inclusion programs by guiding individuals through their journey to sustainable livelihoods. However, there is no one-size-fits-all approach to designing and delivering coaching. Coaching interventions in economic inclusion programs around the world vary in terms of content, depth and type of support, frequency, caseload,…