Role of Microfinance in Improving The State Policy of Social Protection of The Population
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Economic Sustainability; Financial Resources; Investors; Monitoring; Social Microfinance; Social Policy; Vulnerable GroupsAbstract
The study aims to provide an in-depth analysis of the impact of microfinance on improving the effectiveness of state social protection policy mechanisms. The research methodology is based on a combination of qualitative and quantitative approaches, which provides a more complete picture of the state of microfinance institutions in Kazakhstan, Armenia, and Kyrgyzstan. The study analysed data on microfinance institutions and examined successful practices and examples of microfinance implementation in these countries. The findings demonstrate that microfinance is effective in promoting small business development and enabling people to overcome financial difficulties, thereby improving their standard of living. The impact of government support and social contracts on the accessibility of microfinance services for vulnerable groups was analysed on the examples of the countries studied. The study determined that in the context of economic instability, government support programmes are becoming substantial in helping these groups, providing necessary financial resources, as well as developing business management skills and improving financial literacy. The study results highlight that microfinance, especially as part of social policy, has significant potential to make a positive difference in people's lives. However, to achieve maximum effectiveness, microfinance institutions need to be carefully regulated and monitored to prevent excessive debt burdens and inefficient use of funds. The study also called for a wider application of the successful practices identified in the analysis and the development of comprehensive approaches to support the micro-finance sector as an important element of the social protection system.
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