An Empirical Research Project

Gender Gap in Financial Inclusion in Bangladesh (GGiFI) is a country wide large scale empirical research aims to identify gender gaps in financial inclusion in Bangladesh, with a vibrant team of mostly female researchers from the University of Dhaka and financial experts Centre for Research and Development (CRD) with funding support from Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation (BMGF) has been implementing this 2.5 years project .The research will provide policy recommendations and engage with financial service providers to address gender issues. Additionally, the project will offer scholarships to female graduate students to encourage capacity building and incorporate the issue of financial inclusion of women in their intellectual pursuits. The research will also provide training to both financial service receivers and providers, and inform global research and initiatives on women's economic empowerment. The study will involve surveying a large number of households, totaling 3,300.