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Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
Dear valued supporter As the end of the year quickly approaches, I want to take a moment to update you on our significant progress in...
Kim’s endless love for nails
Like many small business owners, Kim Phoung who operates a nail salon, was forced to close her doors during Melbourne’s COVID-19 lockdowns. Kim...
Dalal turns her hobby into a business
Dalal would often do eyebrow threading and make-up for cousins and friends for free. Born in Syria, Dalal lived in New Zealand for four years before...
Sonia’s alternation business is as bright as a button
Sonia says there’s nothing like the feeling of satisfaction when customers are happy with her alternations service. “My business is a part of me, it...
When passion for coffee becomes a business
It’s a little gatehouse at the entrance to an office car park in Broadmeadows. The vibe is Paris Garden with small bistro tables for two outside,...
Grameen branch officially launches
Official launch of Grameen microfinance in Australia to support women on low incomes Grameen Australia’s first branch already supporting 40 members...
Yunus receives UN Award
Recognises the extraordinary contributions of individuals and organisations striving to further the work of the UN and advance its goal of a more peaceful, just, and sustainable world for everyone, everywhere.
Exploring Microenterprise Development with the Hume Community
Grameen Australia commenced operations in Australia in mid-2020, with the aim of becoming the leading microenterprise development organisation by...
CEO’s End of Year Message
Despite the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, Grameen Australia has taken significant steps forward to establish our first branch in the local...
Microenterprise program to reach more than 30,000 women
Grameen Australia has received $3.5 million in funding from the Australian Government to establish a new microenterprise program aimed at supporting...
Young people encouraged to join 3ZERO Clubs
The Yunus Centre has launched the 3ZERO Club which brings together young people globally who are committed to creating a world of three zeros. The...
Professor Yunus honoured with Olympic Laurel
Grameen Bank founder, Professor Muhammad Yunus, was awarded the Olympic Laurel at the Opening Ceremony of the Olympic Games in Tokyo. The Olympic...