Training opportunities

This five-day training course provides practical knowledge and tools for designing, delivering and managing agricultural finance products tailored to rural and farming communities. It explores the role of microfinance institutions, cooperatives and other rural finance providers in supporting smallholder farmers and agribusinesses, with a focus on appropriate financial services for agricultural productivity and resilience. Organization: […]

This conference brings together researchers, policymakers and practitioners to examine women’s leadership and its impact on development outcomes. The programme focuses on evidence concerning women’s leadership in governance, economic performance, service delivery and organizational outcomes, as well as policies and interventions that expand women’s preparation for and participation in leadership roles.

This flexible online certificate programme equips professionals with practical knowledge and skills to design inclusive financial products for farmers and agribusinesses, manage agricultural credit risk, apply digital finance solutions and strengthen agricultural value chains. The programme combines global best practices with practical tools for professionals working in agricultural and sustainable finance. Start date: 1 September […]

The rural and agricultural finance program (RAFP), developed with the support of FAO and CABFIN, is a specialized training programme designed for experienced practitioners working in agricultural and rural finance. It aims to strengthen the technical capacity of financial institutions and support organizations to better serve smallholder farmers and rural SMEs, while promoting more inclusive […]

This two-week in-person programme, held from 13 to 24 July 2026 in Turin, brings together financial inclusion leaders to explore how digital tools can strengthen—not replace—human relationships with clients. Hosted at the International Training Centre of the ILO, the programme combines technical learning with practical insights from global practitioners. Participants will examine how AI, data […]

AFI Educate offers a range of online courses designed to strengthen capacity in financial inclusion policy for policymakers and practitioners worldwide. The courses cover key areas such as inclusive green finance, digital financial services, gender-inclusive policies, youth financial inclusion, and financial literacy, providing flexible learning opportunities in a rapidly evolving policy landscape. In addition, the […]

This FAO certified course introduces the Farm Business School (FBS) Forward approach, designed to strengthen business and management skills among small-scale farmers and support the development of viable rural enterprises. The program places a strong emphasis on inclusion, innovation, and collective action as key drivers of sustainable rural development. Participants will learn the principles behind […]

The Microinsurance Master accelerator equips senior decision‑makers with the skills, insights, and network to scale inclusive microinsurance businesses. The 2026 cohort starts with a two‑week in‑person immersion in the Philippines alongside leading industry practitioners, followed by three months of online mentoring from globally recognized experts. Participants experience real‑world microinsurance operations, design customer‑centric solutions, and join […]

Transforming Financial Inclusion Through Gender‑Inclusive Policy InnovationThis AFI course is designed to help policymakers, regulators, and financial inclusion practitioners strengthen their capacity to design, implement, and monitor gender‑inclusive financial policies. The training explores how gender norms shape access and usage of financial services, highlights innovative policy and regulatory frameworks, and provides practical strategies for advancing […]