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Promoting Peace Through Community and Opportunity
In order to end extreme poverty, people must first feel safe in their homes and free from violence. Opportunity promotes peace and justice by fostering community and creating opportunities for people to…
Read MoreWhat We're Reading: Nicholas Kristof
For the first time in history, less than 10% of the world lives in extreme poverty—and every day, another 250,000 people graduate from extreme poverty, according to the World Bank.
Read MoreFirst Merchant Bank to Acquire Opportunity International…
First Merchant Bank pledges to continue Opportunity International’s legacy of promoting financial inclusion LILONGWE AND CHICAGO – 28 June 2017 – First Merchant Bank (FMB) has announced that it has…
Read MoreBenefits and Concerns of a Cashless Society
https://america.cgtn.com/2017/06/27/going-cashless-future-of-payments-and-paper-currency
Read MorePartnering for Health and Well-Being: Exploring SDG3
Poverty puts people at higher risk of poor health and these health risks make economic poverty more severe. Opportunity is building innovative programs and partnerships to break the vicious cycle and make…
Read MoreThis Chicago Woman Proves It's Never Too Late to Pursue…
http://chicago-woman.com/profiles/entreprenuers/this-chicago-woman-proves-it-s-never-too-late-to-pursue-your/
Read MoreOpportunity In Action: May
Read our May edition of Opportunity In Action to learn how Opportunity is investing in the building blocks of developing economies and unleashing the potential of our clients and their communities.
Read MoreBeyond the Fishing Rod: Unlocking Innovation and Sustainable…
Infrastructure is critical for progress and success. In order to thrive, people must have access to markets, technology, banking, roads, water, education and more—which is why Sustainable Development…
Read MorePlanting a Seed of Opportunity: An Infographic
Two out of every three African farmers are living in poverty, despite having incredible potential to grow their underutilized farms. Opportunity International provides ambitious farmers who want to work…
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