ECLOF Philippines Microfinance, Inc. (EPMI) is a non-government microfinance institution providing fair credit, technical support, and training to farmers and entrepreneurs. Formed in 1972 by the National Council of Churches in the Philippines (NCCP), a member of the Foundation for a Sustainable Society, Inc. (FSSI), EPMI became independent in 1995 and began microfinance operations in […]
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As part of the 36th General Assembly held in May 2025, the Foundation for a Sustainable Society, Inc. (FSSI) hosted a learning session to share key lessons and insights in gender lens investing and partnering with women social enterprises, primarily through the Investing in Women (IW) Project, a ten-year initiative supported by the Australian government. […]
Strengthening Communities Through Agro-Enterprises . This May, as we mark National Farmers’ and Fisherfolk’s Month, we honor the vital contributions of the men and women who work tirelessly to sustain our communities. Our farmers and fisherfolk form the backbone of the agricultural sector, and their dedication drives both food security and the broader mission of […]
The Philippines has embraced the concept of inclusive business as an effective approach for large- and medium-size companies to provide more opportunities for the poor to participate in the growth process, particularly for the agriculture sector which has had dismal growth in the past decade. As defined by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the […]