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What We Do

Empowering Microfinance, Expanding Inclusion

Expertise & Experience

With over a decade of experience in financial inclusion and microfinance, FIAC is a trusted leader in the industry, offering proven solutions to enhance financial accessibility.

Independent & Transparent Approach

As an independent think tank, we prioritize innovation, transparency, and ethical financial practices, ensuring unbiased and high-quality support for financial institutions and stakeholders.

Global Presence & Local Impact

Operating in both the UK and Ghana, we combine international best practices with on-the-ground expertise, ensuring our solutions are relevant and effective for diverse communities.

Global Network of Experts

With seasoned professionals and expatriate advisors from Europe and the U.S., we bring world-class expertise in strategic planning, operations, and financial solutions.

Specialized Technical Units

Our three dedicated units (Ratings & Appraisals, Technical Assistance, and Research & Innovations) provide comprehensive, data-driven insights to improve microfinance performance.

Commitment to Financial Inclusion

We are driven by impact, working to create sustainable financial systems that empower underserved communities, enhance economic stability, and promote long-term growth.

About FIAC

The Financial Inclusion
Advocacy Centre

is an independent microfinance think tank dedicated to strengthening institutions and expanding financial outreach. Founded in 2015 in Kent, UK, with a branch in Accra, Ghana, FIAC provides high-quality technical support to industry stakeholders through its three specialized units: Ratings & Appraisals, Technical Assistance, and Research & Innovations. Our team, including experienced expatriate experts, promotes innovation, transparency, and best practices to drive sustainable financial inclusion.

Godfrey Lord Kwesi Crentsil

CEO

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Our Advantages

TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE

The Financial Inclusion Advocacy Centre’s Technical Assistance Department includes leading international trainers in microfinance, as well as a robust group of trainers and consultants from renowned institutions around the globe  who provide expertise as needed.

RESEARCH & INNOVATIONS

FIAC’s Research and Innovation Department work to address critical developmental needs of the African microfinance sector by conducting research, developing and propagating new technical skills and materials on microfinance innovations.

RATINGS & APPRAISALS

FIAC performs specialized MFI appraisals and ratings – using The MIR rating tool – on behalf of MFIs, donors, investors, and governments. These services provide independent expert evaluation and verification of individual MFI performance, based on international microfinance best practice and country specific commercial banking reporting norms.

POVERTY ACTION CENTRE

The Sub-Saharan microfinance sector is one of the largest in the world, encompassing over 1,000,000 institutions, including community banks, rural banks, cooperatives and credit unions. Despite the scale, more 70% of the adult population in Sub-Saharan Africa still lack access to financial services, mainly in rural areas and urban slums.

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