Cool in crisis: How Bangladeshi MFIs stay resilient

Since its independence, Bangladesh’s resilience in the face of numerous calamities like floods, droughts, and famines has earned worldwide appreciation. This blog explores how the country’s microfinance industry stays resilient during crises and continues to protect the poor and vulnerable. In its 50 years since independence, Bangladesh has endured numerous natural calamities like flash floods, droughts and […]

Efficacy of MGNREGA in mitigating the loss in income and unemployment caused by the COVID-19 pandemic

The COVID-19 pandemic and resulting lockdown disrupted the lives and livelihoods of the migrant workforce, which represents 38% of India’s total population. As a part of a series of relief measures under the Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Yojana, the Government of India provided employment opportunities to the distressed rural households through Mahatma Gandhi National Rural […]

How does malnutrition affect children

Malnutrition is a condition that results from eating a diet lacking in nutrients. Malnutrition in children is especially harmful. The damage to physical and cognitive development during the first two years of a child’s life is largely irreversible. Malnutrition also leads to poor school performance, which can result in future income reduction. Adults who were […]