Financial inclusion in action: How a small loan and big determination are changing Iris’s life

In 2021, Iris received a $1,300 microloan from MiCrédito, WCCN’s local partner in Costa Rica and Nicaragua. With that support, she expanded her inventory and attracted more customers, boosting her weekly income from $200 to as much as $500. The loan also opened doors beyond business. For the first time in her life, Iris began saving money and was able to purchase a small plot of land in Honduras.

Apr 162 min read

Marvin’s journey as an artisan began at 17 when he learned the craft of leather-working from his wife’s family.

Thanks to a group loan, Marvin was able to buy more materials to increase production. And his income grew by 60%.

Feb 212 min read

Financial inclusion in action: How a small loan and big determination are changing Iris’s life

Marvin’s journey as an artisan began at 17 when he learned the craft of leather-working from his wife’s family.

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