Microfinance & Austerity: No Womens' Empowerment without Community Involvement

The video discusses the role of microfinance in women's economic empowerment, highlighting its challenges and the need for better regulation. It explores the link between microfinance, public policies, and banking systems, emphasizing the importance of development banks. Cultural and economic barriers are also addressed, with a focus on the impact of austerity policies and the need for state and societal involvement in economic development.

According to the speaker, what is necessary for the success of microfinance projects aimed at women?

What cultural issues arise when women receive microcredits in Latin America?

What does the speaker suggest about the involvement of the state in economic development?