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* About Us * Online Training * Data Portal * * Guidance Resource Center * Implementation * Agenda Setting * * * * Guidance * Working Groups * Consumer Empowerment & Market Conduct (CEMCWG) * Digital Financial Services (DFSWG) * Financial Inclusion Data and Impact Working Group (FIDIWG) * Financial Inclusion Strategy (FISPLG) * Global Standards Proportionality (GSPWG) * Inclusive Green Finance (IGFWG) * SME Finance (SMEFWG) * Other Thematic Areas * Forcibly Displaced Persons (FDPs) * Gender Inclusive Finance * Inclusive Green Finance (IGF) * Inclusive FinTech * Youth Financial Inclusion * COVID-19 * Publications * Resource Center * Implementation * In-Country Implementation * Regional Initiatives * African Financial Inclusion Policy Initiative (AfPI) * Eastern Europe & Central Asia Policy Initiative (ECAPI) * Financial Inclusion Initiative for Latin America and the Caribbean (FILAC) * Pacific Islands Regional Initiative (PIRI) * South Asia Region Financial Inclusion Initiative (SARFII) * Arab Region Financial Inclusion Policy Initiative (ARFIPI) * Capacity Building * Member Training * Joint Learning Program * Public Private Dialogue * Certified Expert in Financial Inclusion Policy (CEFI) * Agenda Setting * Maya Declaration * Accords * Global Policy Forum (GPF) * AFI Global Financial Inclusion Awards * AFI Engage * Leaders’ Perspectives * CEO Reflections * Newsroom * News * Speeches * Blogs * Photos * Videos * Events Calendar * About Us * Online Training * Data Portal * Members * AFI Membership Benefits and Services * Governance * Management * Donors & Partners * Careers * Contact Us * Procurement FINANCIAL INCLUSION INITIATIVE FOR LATIN AMERICA AND THE CARIBBEAN (FILAC) FINANCIAL INCLUSION INITIATIVE FOR LATIN AMERICA AND THE CARIBBEAN (FILAC) FILAC is a regional initiative that aims to promote inclusive growth and poverty reduction through sustainable financial inclusion policies. This first-of-a-kind regional financial inclusion platform in Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC) leverages the collective expertise and knowledge of financial policymakers, regulators and partners. Launched in 2016 with support from Canada’s International Development Research Center (IDRC), it aims to be a regional driving force for the advancement of financial inclusion. From its regional office, FILAC works to meet the needs of its members in the LAC region. 11 Active member institutions 11 Countries 168 Policy changes 12 Knowledge products 204 Maya Declaration commitments 6 Leaders’ Roundtable 9 EGFIP Meetings 12 Capacity Building Workshops 16 Peer Review LEADERS Chair The Central Bank of the Bahamas Co-Chair Superintendencia de la Economía Popular y Solidaria de Ecuador Focus Areas With a heavy gender focus, FILAC focuses on the below policy areas: * Financial Inclusion Data * Digital Financial Services (DFS) * Financial Literacy & Consumer Protection * Inclusive Green Finance * Financial Inclusion and Financial Education Strategy Objectives * Contribute to the formulation of financial inclusion policies that address regional challenges; * Propose policies and regulatory approaches to deepen financial inclusion in Latin-America and the Caribbean; * Elevate regional voice on key financial inclusion policy issues from Latin-America and the Caribbean; * Share regional financial inclusion lessons with the wider AFI network; * Facilitate high-level discussions among Leaders to provide strategic guidance to address the financial inclusion challenges of Latin-America and the Caribbean; and * Enhance in-country implementation of financial inclusion policies in Latin-America and the Caribbean. Governance FILAC is part of the AFI network and any AFI member institution in Latin America and the Caribbean can participate in FILAC activities. FILAC operates under a governance structure consisting of the leaders’ roundtable and EGFIP. The chair serves for a two-year term and is replaced by the vice-chair at the end of the term. A new vice-chair is then elected. Operational Structure FILAC activities are implemented and coordinated through the following mechanism: * FILAC LEADERS’ ROUNDTABLE FILAC Leaders, high-level policymakers and regulators, meet at annual roundtable to discuss policy issues and provide strategic guidance. They also meet on the sidelines of the AFI Global Policy Forum to discuss other urgent matters. * FILAC CHAIR AND VICE-CHAIR The Chair and Vice-chair provide leadership and guidance to the Expert Group to ensure a smooth and successful implementation of the activities. He or She represents FILAC in its relations with Governments and other entities. * EXPERT GROUP ON FINANCIAL INCLUSION POLICY (EGFIP) Group of senior officials from AFI member that undertakes the technical implementation of FILAC activities such as: (a) Identify and develop key activities (Work Plan) to address pertinent regional or sub-regional challenges of enhancing financial inclusion; (b) Seek approval of the FILAC leaders’ Roundtable on the Work Plan; (c) Make recommendations on policy or regulatory guidance to address the challenges of enhancing financial inclusion in Latin-America and the Caribbean; (d) Report the progress of the implementation of the FILAC Work Plan to the Leaders’ Roundtable; and (e) Liaise with AFI Management Unit for technical or operational support in the implementation of the FILAC Workplan. AFI Management Unit coordinates the organization of the meetings of Leaders’ and those of the EGFIP. Member institutions * Banco Central de Reserva de El Salvador * Banque de la République d’Haiti * Banco Central del Paraguay * Central Bank of the Bahamas * Centrale Bank van Suriname * Superintendencia General de Entidades Financieras de Costa Rica (SUGEF) * Superintendencia de la Economía Popular y Solidaria de Ecuador * Comisión Nacional de Bancos y Seguros de Honduras * Comisión Nacional Bancaria y de Valores de México (CNBV) * Superintendencia de Banca, Seguros y AFP del Perú * Superintendencia de Bancos de República Dominicana Key Milestones * 5 FILAC Leaders’ Roundtables. * 11 capacity building workshops. * Facilitation of 11 peer reviews. * An AFI Regional Office will be established to strengthen the institutionalization of FILAC and support regional efforts. * Special Report: The Digital Financial Services Ecosystem in Latin America and the Caribbean. * Case Study: Financial Education in Latin America and the Caribbean * 1 * 2 * 3 Previous July 10, 2024 Central Bank of Suriname launches its National Financial Inclusion and Education Strategy July 10, 2024 Central Bank of Suriname launches its National Financial Inclusion and Education Strategy On 28 June, the President of Suriname and the Governor of the Central Bank of Suriname officially launched the country’s National Financial Inclusion and Education Strategy (NFIES). - Read More June 19, 2024 The Bahamas hosts AFI’s Financial Inclusion Initiative for Latin America and the Caribbean June 19, 2024 The Bahamas hosts AFI’s Financial Inclusion Initiative for Latin America and the Caribbean Members from AFI’s Financial Inclusion Initiative for Latin America and the Caribbean (FILAC) are in The Bahamas, exploring opportunities to advance financial inclusion during five days of meetings co-hosted with the Central Bank of the Bahamas (CBB). - Read More June 10, 2024 Country Focus: Financial Inclusion and Financial Education in Suriname June 10, 2024 Country Focus: Financial Inclusion and Financial Education in Suriname The Central Bank of Suriname (CBvS) is promoting financial inclusion through various initiatives and policies. These include collaborations with banks and other stakeholders to develop the strategy and regulatory frameworks to enhance access to financial services for the citizens - Read More April 24, 2024 Financial inclusion and gender equality go hand in hand April 24, 2024 Financial inclusion and gender equality go hand in hand Since Hondurans elected their first female President, the principle of gender equality has come to the forefront of national efforts to achieve comprehensive, inclusive and sustainable econo - Read More March 7, 2024 How to close the economic gender gap? Lessons from Latin America March 7, 2024 How to close the economic gender gap? Lessons from Latin America Around the world, a gender gap continues to hinder women from achieving their full potential – what can be done about it? By Francesca Randazzo, Expert on sustainable and innovative financ - Read More November 22, 2024 In Costa Rica, women’s financial inclusion and economic autonomy go hand in hand November 22, 2024 In Costa Rica, women’s financial inclusion and economic autonomy go hand in hand AFI’s Communications Unit recently traveled to Costa Rica to learn from SUGEF and other stakeholders about the country’s initiatives to boost women’s financial inclusion. - Read More November 12, 2024 Developing financial education policies for women and youth: AFI member training in Paraguay November 12, 2024 Developing financial education policies for women and youth: AFI member training in Paraguay From 5 to 8 November, AFI and the Central Bank of Paraguay (BCP) hosted a training course in Asunción for AFI’s Latin American & Caribbean members, exploring how to develop financial education policies for women and youth. - Read More November 11, 2024 Inclusive green finance is equipping Ecuador’s communities to cope with climate change November 11, 2024 Inclusive green finance is equipping Ecuador’s communities to cope with climate change As COP29 kicks off in Baku, we speak to Priscille de Coninck from Agence Française de Développement to find out how it's helping Ecuador's vulnerable communities cope with climate impact. - Read More November 5, 2024 Aiming to leave no one behind: Costa Rica’s National Financial Inclusion Strategy takes shape November 5, 2024 Aiming to leave no one behind: Costa Rica’s National Financial Inclusion Strategy takes shape Costa Rica’s National Financial Inclusion Strategy aims to expand access and usage of financial services to all parts of the population. - Read More October 2, 2024 How Ecuador’s Environmental and Social Risk Management guidelines are changing lives October 2, 2024 How Ecuador’s Environmental and Social Risk Management guidelines are changing lives Learn how Ecuador's Social and Environmental Risk Management framework is changing lives and greening the country's financial sector. - Read More July 10, 2024 Central Bank of Suriname launches its National Financial Inclusion and Education Strategy July 10, 2024 Central Bank of Suriname launches its National Financial Inclusion and Education Strategy On 28 June, the President of Suriname and the Governor of the Central Bank of Suriname officially launched the country’s National Financial Inclusion and Education Strategy (NFIES). - Read More June 19, 2024 The Bahamas hosts AFI’s Financial Inclusion Initiative for Latin America and the Caribbean June 19, 2024 The Bahamas hosts AFI’s Financial Inclusion Initiative for Latin America and the Caribbean Members from AFI’s Financial Inclusion Initiative for Latin America and the Caribbean (FILAC) are in The Bahamas, exploring opportunities to advance financial inclusion during five days of meetings co-hosted with the Central Bank of the Bahamas (CBB). - Read More June 10, 2024 Country Focus: Financial Inclusion and Financial Education in Suriname June 10, 2024 Country Focus: Financial Inclusion and Financial Education in Suriname The Central Bank of Suriname (CBvS) is promoting financial inclusion through various initiatives and policies. These include collaborations with banks and other stakeholders to develop the strategy and regulatory frameworks to enhance access to financial services for the citizens - Read More April 24, 2024 Financial inclusion and gender equality go hand in hand April 24, 2024 Financial inclusion and gender equality go hand in hand Since Hondurans elected their first female President, the principle of gender equality has come to the forefront of national efforts to achieve comprehensive, inclusive and sustainable econo - Read More March 7, 2024 How to close the economic gender gap? Lessons from Latin America March 7, 2024 How to close the economic gender gap? Lessons from Latin America Around the world, a gender gap continues to hinder women from achieving their full potential – what can be done about it? By Francesca Randazzo, Expert on sustainable and innovative financ - Read More November 22, 2024 In Costa Rica, women’s financial inclusion and economic autonomy go hand in hand November 22, 2024 In Costa Rica, women’s financial inclusion and economic autonomy go hand in hand AFI’s Communications Unit recently traveled to Costa Rica to learn from SUGEF and other stakeholders about the country’s initiatives to boost women’s financial inclusion. - Read More November 12, 2024 Developing financial education policies for women and youth: AFI member training in Paraguay November 12, 2024 Developing financial education policies for women and youth: AFI member training in Paraguay From 5 to 8 November, AFI and the Central Bank of Paraguay (BCP) hosted a training course in Asunción for AFI’s Latin American & Caribbean members, exploring how to develop financial education policies for women and youth. - Read More November 11, 2024 Inclusive green finance is equipping Ecuador’s communities to cope with climate change November 11, 2024 Inclusive green finance is equipping Ecuador’s communities to cope with climate change As COP29 kicks off in Baku, we speak to Priscille de Coninck from Agence Française de Développement to find out how it's helping Ecuador's vulnerable communities cope with climate impact. - Read More November 5, 2024 Aiming to leave no one behind: Costa Rica’s National Financial Inclusion Strategy takes shape November 5, 2024 Aiming to leave no one behind: Costa Rica’s National Financial Inclusion Strategy takes shape Costa Rica’s National Financial Inclusion Strategy aims to expand access and usage of financial services to all parts of the population. - Read More October 2, 2024 How Ecuador’s Environmental and Social Risk Management guidelines are changing lives October 2, 2024 How Ecuador’s Environmental and Social Risk Management guidelines are changing lives Learn how Ecuador's Social and Environmental Risk Management framework is changing lives and greening the country's financial sector. - Read More July 10, 2024 Central Bank of Suriname launches its National Financial Inclusion and Education Strategy July 10, 2024 Central Bank of Suriname launches its National Financial Inclusion and Education Strategy On 28 June, the President of Suriname and the Governor of the Central Bank of Suriname officially launched the country’s National Financial Inclusion and Education Strategy (NFIES). - Read More June 19, 2024 The Bahamas hosts AFI’s Financial Inclusion Initiative for Latin America and the Caribbean June 19, 2024 The Bahamas hosts AFI’s Financial Inclusion Initiative for Latin America and the Caribbean Members from AFI’s Financial Inclusion Initiative for Latin America and the Caribbean (FILAC) are in The Bahamas, exploring opportunities to advance financial inclusion during five days of meetings co-hosted with the Central Bank of the Bahamas (CBB). - Read More June 10, 2024 Country Focus: Financial Inclusion and Financial Education in Suriname June 10, 2024 Country Focus: Financial Inclusion and Financial Education in Suriname The Central Bank of Suriname (CBvS) is promoting financial inclusion through various initiatives and policies. These include collaborations with banks and other stakeholders to develop the strategy and regulatory frameworks to enhance access to financial services for the citizens - Read More April 24, 2024 Financial inclusion and gender equality go hand in hand April 24, 2024 Financial inclusion and gender equality go hand in hand Since Hondurans elected their first female President, the principle of gender equality has come to the forefront of national efforts to achieve comprehensive, inclusive and sustainable econo - Read More March 7, 2024 How to close the economic gender gap? Lessons from Latin America March 7, 2024 How to close the economic gender gap? Lessons from Latin America Around the world, a gender gap continues to hinder women from achieving their full potential – what can be done about it? By Francesca Randazzo, Expert on sustainable and innovative financ - Read More Next Newsroom Previous The Role Regulators Play in Closing the Financial Inclusion Gender Gap: A Case Study of Peru This case study offers an overview of the current state of women’s financial inclusion in Peru Read more Policy Programs and Implementation Annual Report 2022 Find out the accomplishments of AFI's working groups and regional initiatives in 2022. Read more The Role Regulators Play in Closing the Financial Inclusion Gender Gap: A Case Study of El Salvador This case study offers an overview of the current state of women’s financial inclusion in El Salvador. Read more The Role Regulators Play in Closing the Financial Inclusion Gender Gap: A Case Study of Mexico This case study offers an overview of the current state of women’s financial inclusion in Mexico. Read more Commitment to Financial Inclusion in Honduras: Gender Gap Report In 2022, Honduras improved 29 positions in the Global Gender Index of the World Economic Forum, going from position 82 to 53. Read more Financial Education in Latin America and the Caribbean (V.2) This case study assesses the development of financial education in different countries in Latin America and the Caribbean region, their varied approaches, and t Read more Financial Inclusion of Migrants in the Latin America and the Caribbean Region Explore the latest data on remittance flows, understand the current state of financial services for migrants in the Latin America and the Caribbean Region Read more Gender Inclusive Finance Roadmap for the Latin America and Caribbean Region This report offers step-by-step actions for implementation to drive progress on women’s financial inclusion. Read more The Role Regulators Play in Closing the Financial Inclusion Gender Gap: A Case Study of Costa Rica Learn more about the steps being taken in Costa Rica to increase women's financial inclusion. Read more The Role Regulators Play in Closing the Financial Inclusion Gender Gap: A Case Study of the Dominican Republic This case study offers an overview of the current state of women’s financial inclusion in the Dominican Republic Read more The Role Regulators Play in Closing the Financial Inclusion Gender Gap: A Case Study of Peru This case study offers an overview of the current state of women’s financial inclusion in Peru Read more Policy Programs and Implementation Annual Report 2022 Find out the accomplishments of AFI's working groups and regional initiatives in 2022. Read more The Role Regulators Play in Closing the Financial Inclusion Gender Gap: A Case Study of El Salvador This case study offers an overview of the current state of women’s financial inclusion in El Salvador. Read more The Role Regulators Play in Closing the Financial Inclusion Gender Gap: A Case Study of Mexico This case study offers an overview of the current state of women’s financial inclusion in Mexico. Read more Commitment to Financial Inclusion in Honduras: Gender Gap Report In 2022, Honduras improved 29 positions in the Global Gender Index of the World Economic Forum, going from position 82 to 53. Read more Financial Education in Latin America and the Caribbean (V.2) This case study assesses the development of financial education in different countries in Latin America and the Caribbean region, their varied approaches, and t Read more Financial Inclusion of Migrants in the Latin America and the Caribbean Region Explore the latest data on remittance flows, understand the current state of financial services for migrants in the Latin America and the Caribbean Region Read more Gender Inclusive Finance Roadmap for the Latin America and Caribbean Region This report offers step-by-step actions for implementation to drive progress on women’s financial inclusion. Read more The Role Regulators Play in Closing the Financial Inclusion Gender Gap: A Case Study of Costa Rica Learn more about the steps being taken in Costa Rica to increase women's financial inclusion. Read more The Role Regulators Play in Closing the Financial Inclusion Gender Gap: A Case Study of the Dominican Republic This case study offers an overview of the current state of women’s financial inclusion in the Dominican Republic Read more The Role Regulators Play in Closing the Financial Inclusion Gender Gap: A Case Study of Peru This case study offers an overview of the current state of women’s financial inclusion in Peru Read more Policy Programs and Implementation Annual Report 2022 Find out the accomplishments of AFI's working groups and regional initiatives in 2022. Read more The Role Regulators Play in Closing the Financial Inclusion Gender Gap: A Case Study of El Salvador This case study offers an overview of the current state of women’s financial inclusion in El Salvador. Read more The Role Regulators Play in Closing the Financial Inclusion Gender Gap: A Case Study of Mexico This case study offers an overview of the current state of women’s financial inclusion in Mexico. Read more Commitment to Financial Inclusion in Honduras: Gender Gap Report In 2022, Honduras improved 29 positions in the Global Gender Index of the World Economic Forum, going from position 82 to 53. 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A member - owned network, we promote and develop evidence - based policy solutions that improve lives of the poor through the power of financial inclusion Guidance Working Groups Consumer Empowerment & Market Conduct (CEMCWG) Digital Financial Services (DFSWG) Financial Inclusion Data and Impact Working Group (FIDIWG) Financial Inclusion Strategy (FISPLG) Global Standards Proportionality (GSPWG) Inclusive Green Finance (IGFWG) SME Finance (SMEFWG) Other Thematic Areas Forcibly Displaced Persons (FDPs) Inclusive Green Finance Inclusive FinTech Gender Inclusive Finance Youth Financial Inclusion COVID-19 Publications Resource Center Implementation In-Country Implementation Regional Initiatives African Financial Inclusion Policy Initiative (AfPI) Eastern Europe & Central Asia Policy Initiative (ECAPI) Financial Inclusion Initiative for Latin America and the Caribbean (FILAC) Pacific Islands Regional Initiative (PIRI) South Asia Region Financial Inclusion Initiative (SARFII) Arab Region Financial Inclusion Policy Initiative (ARFIPI) Capacity Building Agenda Setting Maya Declaration Accords Global Policy Forum (GPF) Financial Inclusion Awards Leaders’ Perspectives CEO Reflections Newsroom News Speeches Blogs Photos Videos Events Calendar Follow Us On Sign up today for and be the first to get notified of new updates. * About Us * Members * Governance * Management * Donor&Partners * Careers * Contact Us * Procurement * Copyright * Privacy Policy * Terms of Use © Alliance for Financial Inclusion 2009-2024