DFS Stakeholder Workshop – Financial Inclusion for All
Date: September 13, 2024 | Venue: Radisson Hotels, Ikeja GRA | Time: 10 am
Concept Note
Financial inclusion is crucial to ensuring that everyone, including persons with disabilities (PWDs), can participate fully in the digital economy. However, the lack of accessible digital financial tools poses a significant barrier to PWDs, preventing them from achieving financial independence and security.
Identify existing barriers to digital financial inclusion for PWDs, particularly those related to accessibility, usability, and affordability of digital financial tools.
Engage stakeholders in conversations about their roles and responsibilities in developing inclusive digital solutions.
Discuss the need for supportive policies and regulations that will encourage the development and adoption of accessible financial technologies.
Expected Outcomes
- Commitments from Stakeholders – Secured pledges from financial institutions, tech developers, and regulators to prioritize accessibility in digital financial services.
- Action Plan: A collaborative action plan outlining the next steps for the development and deployment of inclusive digital tools.
- Awareness and Advocacy: Increased awareness of the importance of digital financial inclusion for PWDs among key stakeholders.
Keynote Sessions
Building Public-Private Partnerships to Enhance Financial Inclusion for PWDs
This keynote will discuss how collaboration between the public sector (governments, regulators) and private sector (financial institutions, tech companies) can improve access to digital financial services for persons with disabilities (PWDs).Security and Privacy
This keynote will address how PWDs can protect their financial information online. It will also cover what security features should be in place to safeguard their data while using digital financial tools.Challenges and Solutions
This session will discuss the common barriers faced by PWDs in accessing digital finance (e.g., accessibility issues in apps or websites). It will also explore strategies to overcome these challenges and improve access to financial services for PWDs.
Panel Session
Driving Collective Commitment to Inclusive Digital Financial Services: Overcoming Challenges and Capitalizing on Opportunities
