Microfinance: What role does the financial sector have in reducing poverty? 
European Investment Bank (EIB)
IBF is pleased to invite you to the next IBF Luxembourg conference on the subject of “Microfinance : What role does the financial sector have in reducing poverty ?" presented by ADA (Appui au développement autonome) asbl and European Investment Bank (EIB)
Friday 17th September 2010
12.oo – 2.oo p.m.
European Investment Bank
98, Bvd. Konrad Adenauer
ADA, a Luxembourg based non-governmental organisation (NGO) specialising in Microfinance, a poverty-reducing tool that is particularly widespread in developing countries, shall be represented by Mr. Axel De Ville, Executive Director of ADA asbl.
The EIB Group has a longstanding record in Microfinance. As of end 2009, the EIB group has committed EUR 654 million to around 30 Microfinance projects or intermediaries. EIB shall present its current Microfinance activities in African and European countries.
In addition, the European Investment Bank offers a guided architectural tour through its new headquarters building, designed by Ingenhoven Architects, Düsseldorf, with its compelling 13,000 square-meter glass roof.
The presentation will be followed by a walking buffet.
This event if free of charge for IBF members. Non members shall be charged a participation fee of 20 €.
