Los Angeles Microfinance Network

Fighting poverty in the world

Frequently Asked Questions

Here are some of our responses to frequently asked questions:

1) What is the purpose of the Los Angeles Microfinance network?

The Los Angeles Microfinance Network is composed of  individuals who are interested in learning more about microfinance.  Our aim is to explore the concept of microfinance and facilitate networking by way of speaker events, conferences, webinars, and social events.

2)  How can I stay informed of upcoming events?

Please join our yahoo mailing list http://finance.groups.yahoo.com/group/lamn/ or facebook group http://on.fb.me/elfbl3 to stay informed about upcoming events.

3) I have a great idea for an microfinance networking event.  Who can I contact to discuss my idea?

Please email us at lamicrofinance@gmail.com with your specific idea for an event.

4)  Can you provide some resources for microfinance career or volunteer opportunities?

The Los Angeles Microfinance network is a volunteer based organization.  We welcome volunteers to help facilitate our events.  Unfortunately, we can not directly help you find a career opportunity in microfinance.

We do offer some resources to check for microfinance career opportunities:

Los Angeles Microfinance Network

http://lamicrofinancenetwork.org/jobs/

Microfinance Gateway

http://www.microfinancegateway.org/p/site/m/jobs/

Accion International

http://www.accion.org/Page.aspx?pid=491

Silicon Valley Microfinance Network

http://svmn.jobamatic.com/a/jbb/find-jobs

Grameen Foundation

http://www.grameenfoundation.org/careers

InVenture Fund

http://inventurefund.org/get_involved.html

Wokai

http://www.wokai.org/getInvolved

Opportunity Fund

http://www.opportunityfund.org/get-involved

San Diego Microfinance Network

http://sdmicrofinance.org/get-involved/jobs/

http://sdmicrofinance.org/get-involved/volunteer/

http://sdmicrofinance.org/get-involved/internships/

2 Responses to “Frequently Asked Questions”

  1. donraymedia said

    Suppose someone is looking for a way to receive microfinancing — not just a job in the field. I can’t find anything about that here. Am I missing the boat?

    • LAMN said

      Hi there, LAMN is purely a networking organization. To receive micro-financing, I would suggest reaching out to a MFI such as Opportunity International or Grameen. You can find more information on these on our links page.

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