Research on MFM

One of the key features of BRAC’s approach is to integrate its various programmes into the microfinance framework. In BRAC’s own words, this is called the “Microfinance Multiplied” approach.

The approach is based on the belief that all programmes are interdependent, and the term “multiplied” implies that BRAC aims at benefits that go beyond those which could be realised if these programmes were run separately. Adopting an integrated delivery mechanism will result in a “multiplied” impact, both on the organisation delivering services and on the poor whose needs are being served.

BRAC’s ‘microfinance multiplied’ approach also recognises that communities of borrowers need multiple interventions to move out of poverty.

Are clients enjoying “multiplied” benefits from BRAC’s integrated approach? Is BRAC being effective in pursuing this approach? BRAC Uganda’s Research and Evaluation Unit is conducting research to unravel some of these questions.

Results from the research under this theme could provide valuable knowledge about how microfinance services could be delivered effectively as well as efficiently.

Current research on this topic:

• Microfinance Multiplied Approach (retrospective method)
• Microfinance Multiplied Approach (experimental method)