Microfinance

Manobsur Unnayan Sangstha (MAUS) implements Microfinance programs to promote financial inclusion, poverty reduction and sustainable livelihood development among marginalized communities in Bangladesh.

Registered under the Microcredit Regulatory Authority (MRA), MAUS delivers responsible financial services in compliance with national regulations and microfinance best practices. The program primarily serves poor women, small farmers, landless households and disaster-affected families who lack access to formal banking systems.

Program Objectives

• Expand financial access for underserved populations
• Promote savings and financial discipline
• Support income-generating activities (IGAs)
• Strengthen women’s economic empowerment
• Reduce reliance on informal lenders

Key Services

Savings: Group-based savings to build assets and financial security.

Microcredit: Collateral-free loans for small business, agriculture, livestock, fisheries and women-led enterprises.

Enterprise Support: Basic business guidance and financial literacy support.

Impact

• Increased household income
• Women’s financial decision-making power
• Growth of micro-enterprises
• Improved food security and living standards