This video highlights the efforts of Opportunity International, which provides financial services, including loan and insurance services, to over 14 million entrepreneurs in over 24 countries. Notably, 98.9% of the loans are paid back. The goal is “to help hopeful entrepreneurs work their way out of poverty.”
It’s an interesting video, especially because the founder is very clear about the vision of the organization. Founder Vicki Escarra emphasized that they work for “clients,” and work to help them reach their dreams. She states that Opportunity International is an investment non-profit, not an aid non-profit. The organization has a goal of creating 20 million jobs by 2020, and are, astoundingly, “are already 17 million jobs in.”