For the fifth consecutive year, Convergences is publishing the Microfinance Barometer. This year’s edition is entitled “The future of microfinance: towards a new deal?” Researchers and experts of the sector share their insights on the evolution and prospects of...
On wednesday the 10th at the Paris City Hall, the laureates of the 2014 Convergences Awards have been anounced. Discover now the two laureates ! Laureates of the International Convergences’ Award Gold of Bengal – The Jute Composite a partnership between...
Every year The Convergences Team perform an impact assessment of the World Forum. In this regard, your opinion counts. Let us know your suggestions so that the World Forum increasingly meets your expectations every year. Fill in the online form...
At the heart of the World Forum, the Professional Marketplace is a unique opportunity to highlight your commitment and activities with your peers and partners committed to building tomorrow’s world together. Throughout the 2 days, over 5,000 participants will visit 35...
The platform for thought Convergences is publishing the study Microfinance Partnerships to help access basic services Microfinance, by providing small loans to those who are excluded from the formal banking sector, has been developed as a key strategy for reducing...
From poverty to power is a rich book for people who desire a more comprehensive view on the issue of global poverty. From Poverty to Power Duncan Green (Practical Action Publishing, 2012 – 2nd edition) This book review aims to summarise the opinions of the...
The Convergences World Forum will be held on September 8, 9 and 10 in Paris. Support Convergences’ goal towards a fair and sustainable world and help us promoting the World Forum. Download the network partner media pack Why should you be a Convergences...
The Convergences World Forum will be held on September 8, 9 and 10, 2014 in Paris. Join the World Forum now by registering online. >> Download the general outline of the programme PDF << As we move towards new development and sustainability goals, the...
Corporate leaders have at times complained about their difficulties in influencing global development priorities — especially as negotiations on a new post-2015 agenda heat up — but a new set of consultations which began Thursday could provide companies a...