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LOLC Myanmar

Second Runner-Up in the Innovative Financing Category at The UN Women 2024 Asia-Pacific WEPs Awards Regional Ceremony

LOLC Myanmar Wins Prestigious Recognition at the UN Women 2024 Asia-Pacific WEPs Awards

LOLC Myanmar is proud to announce its remarkable achievement as the Second Runner-Up in the Innovative Financing Category at The UN Women 2024 Asia-Pacific WEPs Awards Regional Ceremony. This accolade underscores our unwavering commitment to advancing gender equality and fostering innovative financial solutions that empower women across Myanmar.

Organized by UN Women with the support of the Government of Australia Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT), the WEPs Awards celebrate companies that champion gender-inclusive workplace cultures and practices in the Asia-Pacific region.

Winning this prestigious award reaffirms LOLC Myanmar’s dedication to driving meaningful change and sustainable growth through gender-responsive financing. Our innovative financial products and initiatives aim to uplift women entrepreneurs and communities, contributing to a more equitable and inclusive future.

For more information about the awards, please visit the official website: www.asiapacificwepsawards.org

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This recognition inspires us to continue making strides in creating impactful financial solutions and empowering women across Myanmar.

About

LOLC Myanmar is a member of Sri Lanka’s LOLC Group of companies which was established in year 2013 as a green field operation.it currently operates in Yangon, Bago Magway , Mandalay, Sagaing regions and Mon state and the Shan state serving approximately 265694 clients, over 90% of whom are women. LOLC Myanmar is a deposit taking microfinance institution run by women (representing 75% of the staff) for women.