Note From the Dominican Republic: Empowering Girls and Their Communities Through Savings

February 1, 2012

Ana Laura opened her first savings account at Banco ADOPEM in the Dominican Republic in April 2011. She closely monitors the money she has in her account, keeping track of the number and size of deposits she makes. Ana Laura recognizes that the bank not only provides more security than keeping her money at home, but she is also less tempted to spend it.

Ana Laura is only 13…”

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Note From the Dominican Republic: Empowering Girls and Their Communities Through Savings