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Impact of Grameen Bank's Eighteen Decisions on the Livelihood Status of Borrowers: A Chattogram Perspective

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: This study investigates the impact of Grameen Bank’s eighteen decisions on the livelihood status of its borrowers. Grameen Bank, renowned for its microcredit and social development initiatives, implemented the eighteen decisions as a guiding framework to empower borrowers and promote sustainable development. Through a quantitative research approach, data were gathered from a sample of Grameen Bank borrowers, focusing on their perceptions and experiences regarding the adoption and implementation of the Eighteen Decisions. The findings reveal the multifaceted effects of these decisions on various aspects of borrowers’ livelihoods, including economic empowerment, social cohesion, and personal development. The study highlights the significance of microfinance interventions in promoting holistic development and offers insights for policymakers, practitioners, and stakeholders in the area of microfinance and alleviation of poverty.

Source: Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)

DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.15789895

Authors: Bhuiya, Dr. Md. Monzur Morshed, Meah, Md. Siraz, Chowdhury, Tasnim Uddin

Institutions: Jagannath University, Jagannath University, BGC Trust University Bangladesh, Premier University

Language: English

Topic: Microfinance and Financial Inclusion

Subfield: Economics and Econometrics

Field: Economics, Econometrics and Finance

Domain: Social Sciences

SDGs: No poverty, Decent work and economic growth

Open Access status: green

OpenAlex ID: W6931071042

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