Assessing the state of youth financial inclusion in developing contexts

This report provides comprehensive methodological guidelines for assessing the state of youth financial inclusion in development contexts. 

It targets development practitioners and policymakers, equipping them with the necessary tools and frameworks to analyse and understand the financial inclusion landscape for young people, particularly in rural areas. 

The guidelines are intended to facilitate the creation of effective policies and programmes that enhance access to financial services for youth, aiming to foster their economic empowerment and participation in the financial system.

The report emphasises the importance of tailored financial solutions that address the unique needs and challenges faced by young individuals in development contexts. 

It seeks to improve stakeholders' capacity to design interventions that not only increase the availability of financial services but also ensure their appropriateness and accessibility to the youth demographic.

These guidelines provide examples of the application of the methodology in the early phases of the FAO’s Integrated Country Approach for Boosting Decent Jobs for Youth in the Agrifood System (ICA) project