Martinis and Microlending: Get Involved with ACCION USA’s Microfinance Council
I love microfinance, especially the U.S. variety. And I love people that love microfinance—all varieties. That’s why I’m a big fan of the ACCION USA Microfinance Council, who co-hosted a great “bLENDer” event last night to celebrate ACCION USA’s Kiva partnership launch.
I’m plugging the Council because they provide great way for microfinance enthusiasts in the New York City area to get involved in the industry in a meaningful way. Aside from their always-crowded happy hours, the group hosts high profile speakers (including an upcoming event with Congresswoman Nydia Velasquez), and provides a myriad of volunteer opportunities. Volunteers are currently working directly with AUSA staff members on projects ranging from product development and new market expansion to translations and Website development.
Check out the group on AUSA’s Website, where there’s info on upcoming volunteer projects and how to join. If you do, get in touch—I’ll buy you a drink at their next happy hour!
Tags: bLENDer, kiva, Microfinance Council, volunteering
June 22nd, 2009 at 5:07 pm
Sounds great … I’m a huge fan of ACCION and Dr Michael Chu … love the free market approach to creating access to financial services for the poor … I’ve invested in bith ACCION USA and ACCION Texas through MicroPlace.com