Working at CEVI these past few weeks has been a delight. After familiarizing myself with the workflow and operations, I had the opportunity to initiate a conversation with the Marketing and Communications Department regarding their current processes and strategies for the CEVI-Kiva Partnership. Over the span of two days, we met to discuss and develop a strategic plan for fiscal year 2011.
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| Ruby Jane and Elvira focused on the topics at hand. |
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| Jonar Dorado (Director of CEVI) noting targets and objectives. |
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| Lunch break - time to refuel! It's been a long morning and we need sustenance! |
I also had the chance to attend two borrower cluster meetings in the town of Baclayon. The women entrepreneurs were warm and welcoming - they were excited by my presence and willing to share their stories with me.
I was able to interview five women and although some shared similar business interests, none of their stories were the same. Each woman invited me into her personal life, giving me a glimpse of her family, the challenges she faces, and her plans for the future.
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| Putting my interviewing skills to the test. |
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| Group photo with the Taguihon Cluster. |
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| Sharing some laughs! |
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| Hut where the Santa Cruz Cluster meets. |
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| Group photo with the Santa Cruz Cluster. And someone's dog! |
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ReplyDeleteI have always heard that MFIs loan very heavily to women and certainly seems to be the case here! Its lovely to see you in action :-)
ReplyDeleteAll the best,
Manveen Aunty