Training Banca de las Oportunidades Teams to Map Financial Inclusion in Colombia
We were commissioned by CGAP to support Banca de las Oportunidades in Colombia with comprehensive training on financial inclusion mapping. The project focused on equipping teams to collect and geolocate financial agents, enabling a better understanding of cash-in and cash-out (CICO) networks across the country.
Geography
Services
Technologies
Client Type
Client
CGAP / Banca de las Oportunidades
Year:
2022
Regions
Why This Matters
Access to financial services remains uneven in Colombia, particularly in rural and underserved areas. By building capacity in geospatial analysis, Banca de las Oportunidades can identify gaps, target interventions, and promote greater financial inclusion for all Colombians.
Our Approach
Geospatial Training:
Delivered practical training on data collection, GIS, and mapping techniques tailored to financial inclusion.Data Science Applications:
Introduced methodologies for analysing agent locations and identifying underserved regions.Ongoing Support:
Provided resources and guidance to ensure teams could independently update and expand their analyses.
Results and Impact
The training has enabled Banca de las Oportunidades to make data-driven decisions, expand financial access, and support economic empowerment throughout Colombia.
