Independent Sri Lankan think tank on poverty and development

Debt at My Doorstep. Microfinance Practices and Effects on Women in Sri Lanka

By Chandima Arambepola and Kulasabanathan Romeshun In light of concerns regarding rising indebtedness and multiple borrowings, micro-credit lending and its effects on women has garnered much attention in the public discourse. This unprecedented focus has led the Government of Sri Lanka to consider varied options to mitigate these negative effects. This study, using data collected […]