Microfinance for Decent Work: Organization and Responsibilities of the Social Finance Programme (sfp)

This report details the organization and responsibilities of the International Labour Organization's (ILO) Social Finance Programme (SFP), focusing on its role in promoting decent work through microfinance. Authored by Juan Somavia, it outlines the program's structure, policy issues addressed, and its efforts to integrate social and labor considerations into financial services for vulnerable populations. The document highlights how microfinance can be a tool for economic empowerment and social development, aligning with the ILO's mandate for social justice.