The Islamic Microfinance Toolkits aim to strengthen inclusive financial ecosystems across IsDB Member Countries, offering a comprehensive and practical roadmap for establishing, operating, monitoring, and regulating Islamic microfinance institutions.
Developed through extensive research, field experience, inter-departmental collaboration, and stakeholder consultations, the toolkits aim to assist policymakers, regulators, and practitioners in unlocking the full potential of Islamic microfinance to combat poverty, foster entrepreneurship, and promote sustainable development.
An overview of the five books in the series is as follows:- Book 1 - Concepts, Business Models & Products: Introduces Islamic microfinance principles, business models, and product structures.
- Book 2 - Establishing a Shari’ah-Compliant Entity: Offers guidance on strategic planning, governance, financial feasibility, and Shari’ah compliance.
- Book 3 - Integrating Islamic Finance into Agricultural Value Chains: Focuses on financing agricultural value chains using Islamic financial instruments and case studies.
- Book 4 - Monitoring and Evaluation Performance and Outcomes: Provides frameworks and indicators for financial, social, and Shari’ah performance.
- Book 5 - Regulations and Supervisory Guidelines: Islamic Microfinance Regulations and Supervisory Guidelines: Presents a model regulatory framework covering governance, licensing, risk management, and Shari’ah oversight.
