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Microfinance for Decent Work: Organization and Responsibilities of the Social Finance Programme (sfp)

  • Source : ILO
  • January 2007
This report details the organization and responsibilities of the International Labour Organization’s (ILO) Social Finance Programme (SFP), focusing on its role in promoting decent work through microfinance. Authored by Juan Somavia, it outlines the program’s structure, policy issues addressed, and its efforts to integrate social and labor considerations into financial services for vulnerable populations. The document highlights how microfinance can be a tool for economic empowerment and social development, aligning with the ILO’s mandate for social justice.
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Education Finance Watch 2022

  • Source : Unesco
  • January 2022
This report, co-published by the World Bank, UIS, and GEM, presents the Education Finance Watch 2022, offering a comprehensive analysis of government spending on education, long-term trends, and patterns. It provides critical data and insights into the financial landscape of education globally. The report aims to inform policy-makers and stakeholders on the state of education financing, highlighting areas of concern and opportunities for investment to achieve equitable and quality education for all.
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Catalysing Capital for the Transition Toward Decarbonization: Blended Finance and Its Way Forward

  • Source : Stanford Sustainable Finance Initiative
  • January 2020
This paper explores the role of blended finance in catalysing capital for decarbonization, particularly in developing countries. It reviews literature and case studies, organizing findings around themes like the evolving features of climate finance. The study examines three specific cases: GEEREF, CP3, and CI1, drawing insights from their application. It concludes by proposing a research agenda to enhance the potential of blended finance for achieving transformative impact in climate action.
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Impact Investing as a “basic Innovation” for the Global Economy and Finance System Post-crisis Transformation

  • Source : Economy and Business
  • January 2015
This paper posits impact investing as a “basic innovation” crucial for the post-crisis transformation of the global economy and finance system. It analyses how this approach can contribute to development and modernization by addressing systemic challenges that contributed to financial instability. The study emphasizes the transformative potential of impact investing to reshape financial markets towards more sustainable and equitable outcomes.
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The Social Finance and Social Innovation Nexus

  • Source : Journal of Social Entrepreneurship Vol. 3, No. 2, 115–132
  • January 2012
This article explores the symbiotic relationship between social finance and social innovation, arguing that social finance can stimulate and support innovative approaches to complex social and ecological challenges. It posits that social finance, by challenging conventional investor rationalities, creates space for experiments and directly supports social entrepreneurship throughout development and implementation. The paper provides a conceptual framework for understanding the conditions conducive to success at this nexus.
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Social Finance: a Primer

  • Source : American Progress
  • May 2023
This primer by American Progress introduces the concept of social finance, explaining its various forms and mechanisms for addressing societal challenges. It likely covers key instruments like blended finance, impact investing, and outcomes-based funding, demonstrating how these approaches combine financial returns with social good. The document probably discusses the potential of social finance to mobilise private capital for public benefit, outlining its benefits, complexities, and policy implications. It aims to provide a foundational understanding for policymakers, practitioners, and the general public interested in innovative funding solutions for social impact initiatives.
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Social Finance and the Poor

  • Source : Workshop on Social Finance and Social Ties
  • January 2002
This case study, presented at a workshop on Social Finance and Social Ties, focuses on social finance development and its role in poverty alleviation, with a specific emphasis on microfinance. It likely explores how social finance initiatives are designed and implemented to address the financial needs of the poor, fostering economic inclusion and improving livelihoods. The paper discusses the interplay between social finance, social ties, and their collective impact on reducing poverty.
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Social Finance -leveraging Crypto Assets in India

  • Source : Nishith Desai Associates
  • January 2022
This case study by Nishith Desai Associates explores the potential of leveraging crypto assets within the social finance landscape in India. It delves into the evolving regulatory environment surrounding blockchain and crypto assets, discusses the role of cryptocurrency funds, and examines the taxation implications for their use in social impact initiatives. The study highlights the opportunities and challenges in integrating these novel financial instruments to support social development and provides insights into the future of social finance in a digital economy.
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Digital Finance, Green Finance and Social Finance: is There a Link?

  • Source : MPRA Paper
  • January 2021
This paper investigates the potential links and interdependencies among digital finance, green finance, and social finance, exploring their collective impact on sustainable development. It examines how technological innovations in finance can foster environmental sustainability and social inclusion. The author analyses the synergistic relationships between these financial domains, arguing that their convergence can accelerate progress towards sustainable development goals by enabling more efficient and inclusive financial systems.
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Social Finance Investment Instruments, Markets and Cultures in the Eu

  • Source : Tepsie
  • January 2012
This report examines the landscape of social finance investment instruments, markets, and cultures within the European Union. It delves into various funding instruments, investor motives, and return expectations, providing a comprehensive overview of the nascent social finance sector in Europe. The study outlines both the advantages and disadvantages of different financial tools and explores the cultural nuances influencing social investments across EU member states.
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