DIGITAL FINANCE
AND FINANCIAL INCLUSION
Bringing together country-based digital finance associations with global organisations
DIGITAL FINANCE
AND FINANCIAL INCLUSION
Bringing together country-based digital finance associations with global organisations
WHAT WE DO
We are the voice of the digital finance profession. We will connect in-country associations of digital finance professionals and provide a global focal point for exposure and credibility.
We will also promote the international exchange of knowledge and industry best practice and facilitate opportunities and partnerships for their members to collaborate within themselves and with other stakeholders with the aim of contributing to financial inclusion and increased uptake of digital financial services.
OUR KEY AIMS ARE:
Enhance capacity in digital finance through the
development and promotion of in-country Digital
Finance Associations
Lead the digital finance profession, provide a
collective voice on industry issues and lead the
global exchange of knowledge, industry information
and best practice
Catalyse innovation and inclusion by facilitating
opportunities for networking, collaboration
and partnerships
We lead the growth of the digital finance profession, promote in-country capacity, and act as a catalyst to
advance digital financial services and increase financial inclusion.
Our country-based Digital Finance Association Members bring together professionals from across
the digital finance ecosystem, from commercial banks, mobile network operators, payment service providers,
central banks and regulators, fintechs, microfinance, and the development sector.
They house local capacity, resources, skills, expertise, and networks.
Our Partner Members are organisations delivering digital financial services or are driving capacity, innovation and inclusivity within the industry.
Through its members and partners, The Alliance is the voice for the digital finance profession, and advocates on issues affecting the industry and for an inclusive ethos within digital finance.
We provide a global stage for networking, partnerships, and collaboration between our members, local and international organisations working within the digital finance industry and financial inclusion space.
Through our leadership of the digital finance profession, we will champion inclusive digital finance, contributing to social and economic transformation.
OUR ACTIVITIES INCLUDE
Facilitate the development of in-country Digital Finance Professional Associations, providing guidance, information, training and support for their establishment and sustainability
Provide a global platform to promote in-country Digital Finance Associations and their expertise giving greater opportunity for organisations to locate and collaborate with them
Identify, facilitate and catalyze synergies, opportunities, collaborations and partnerships between individuals, organisations and members
Foster the global sharing of knowledge, industry information, and identification of best practices, standards, and ethics
Be the collective global voice and advocate on issues affecting the digital finance industry
Unify and build an extensive network of professionals, associations and organisations globally across the digital finance ecosystem, acting as the key point of contact for the profession
Promote an inclusive approach within digital finance, to increase diversity, accessibility and adoption in both the marketplace and workplace, particularly around gender
OUR BOARD
Our Board members bring a wealth of experience from the digital finance profession, across industries, sectors, and geographies.
Jason Lamb
Deputy Director on the Financial Services for the Poor initiative at the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation
Jason Lamb
Deputy Director on the Financial Services for the Poor initiative at the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation
Diana Akullu Wanyama
BOARD SECRETARIAT
Intervention Manager – Market Infrastructure at FSD Uganda
