Impact investing in emerging economies
Our expertise
We provide inclusive financial institutions with funds to support their performance, growth and sound governance, and to help them make a positive impact on society.
Investing in financial inclusion
We direct our resources to where they can have the greatest impact: small institutions focused on the lasting inclusion of women and underrepresented populations. Our goals are clear:
- Support the emergence and development of strong microfinance institutions
- Improve access to financial services in a meaningful and sustainable way
- Help strengthen the governance of funded institutions
- Provide leverage to attract financing from other investors
An analytical approach for tangible results
Desjardins International Development’s approach is based on a thorough analysis of the institutions we support. We look at their financial soundness, their social impact and the measures they take to advance gender equality and protect the environment.
In 30 years, over one million families helped
More than 100 investments made
Direct investments in over 20 countries
More than 50 partner institutions supported
The Aequitas Fund: A CAN$88 million financing vehicle
In 2021, we created the Aequitas fund to expand our commitment to impact investing. By focusing on small institutions often overlooked by large investment funds, Aequitas plays a key role in financing development in Africa, Latin America and Asia.
By promoting financial inclusion, Aequitas advances gender equality, supports climate action and helps achieve other United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
Invested capital directly supports the growth and sound governance of beneficiary institutions and can also be combined with technical assistance. This builds beneficiaries’ capacity and ability to reach their development goals.
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