About the event

The European Commission – Directorate-General for Employment, Social Affairs and Inclusion (DG EMPL), the European Investment Bank (EIB), together with the European Microfinance Network (EMN) and the Microfinance Centre (MFC) are pleased to announce the European Microfinance Day 2026.

The event aims to foster a shared understanding of how microfinance contributes to EU social and economic objectives, highlight its substantial impact on vulnerable groups and local economies and provide a platform to discuss how to further develop and strengthen the sector in the years ahead. It will also examine the role of ESF+ financial instruments, InvestEU products and other support measures in strengthening and professionalising the EU microfinance sector in recent years.

A regional spotlight on Benelux will provide real‑world examples of how microfinance is implemented on the ground, showcasing stories of entrepreneurs alongside perspectives from MFIs and national authorities.

Looking beyond 2027, the European Microfinance Day 2026 will also provide space to discuss the sector’s future needs. Participants will explore policy-related and practical actions required to ensure that microfinance remains a strong component of EU support frameworks also in the next Multiannual Financial Framework.

Registration is now closed.

Target audience

This full-day event will bring together a broad community of policymakers, managing authorities, microfinance providers, experts from the European Commission, EIB Group and other IFIs, as well as other stakeholders involved in the EU microfinance sector to reflect on the evolving role of microfinance in Europe.

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