Document Type
Report
Publication Date
2013
Abstract
Since the 1980s rapid growth in the manufacturing of ready-made garments for export has created new opportunities for women industrial workers in Bangladesh. This study explores ways of improving the financial capabilities of these young, inexperienced wage earners through a targeted program of financial education. It also aims to identify scalable financing models that can be replicated to increase the opportunities of garment workers. The project culminated in a workshop to share results from the research study and to elicit discussions and recommendations based on the findings of the study. Recommendations include a preference for in-factory training in peri-urban areas, earlier intervention during vocational training, and policy advocacy to promote financial inclusion of the poor.
DOI
10.31899/pgy3.1010
Language
English
Recommended Citation
Ainul, Sigma, Md. Irfan Hossain, Sajeda Amin, and Ubaidur Rob. 2013. "Financial inclusion of female garment workers," technical report. Dhaka: Population Council.
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