This #WorldHumanitarianDay, we stand with the people of #Afghanistan and the aid workers—many Afghans themselves—supporting communities there. Share this post in solidarity and learn more from IRC - International Rescue Committee: bit.ly/2VWSjl1

We're proud to support the work of IRC - International Rescue Committee to better identify vulnerable communities in advance of a #ClimateCrisis and distribute direct #CashAssistance. More on this initiative ⬇️

We are thrilled that IRC Ambassador faouzia and IRC staff member Denna Taherzadeh were able to attend #GlobalCitizenLive to share how we stand with refugees today, tomorrow, and always. Thank you to our partner Google.org for your support. #refugeeswelcome

Climate resilience - Google.org is supporting IRC - International Rescue Committee efforts to tackle the climate crisis! #GlobalCitizenLive

In 2021, Building Markets facilitated the creation of 2,866 jobs in Turkey, helped businesses win $15.4 million USD in contracts globally, verified and re-verified 2,096 businesses, and trained over 500 businesses. Learn more in our Annual Report: bit.ly/37kevLL

Join us June 8 for a discussion with experts and thought leaders on the important role of #SMEs and other actors in promoting the #CircularEconomy. Register here: bit.ly/3PJBBNj #SmallBusinessBigImpact #BuildingMarkets

Thank you Ambassador Mike Waltz for visiting two thriving businesses in the Building Markets network and sharing the stories of refugees like Taleb, Yassin, Ahmad, Iyad, and Bassam who are creating jobs and contributing to the economy in Turkey. #SmallBusinessBigImpact

This week we're celebrating the micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises helping the world achieve the SDGs. MSMEs create half of all jobs. They improve livelihoods, are critical to the fight against climate change, and can diversify global supply chains. Join us! #MSMEDay22

We're thrilled to announce that Dr. Radha Rajkotia has been named our new CEO! Her leadership experience in humanitarian and economic development work, along with a passion for impact, will lead us in our next phase of growth. Full release: bit.ly/3PGgMlB

Excited to be in Türkiye this week with the Building Markets team as they meet with stakeholders to talk about the positive impact refugees makes on host economies! #refugeeswelcome

Extraordinary image from yesterday’s protest by these brave Afghan women. One year ago, Afghan girls went to school – Afghan women held positions of authority across Afghan society – all this was overturned with exceptional speed when the Taliban swept to power #Afghanistan

MSMEs make up 80% of African businesses - @MPB_WBCSD reminds us this morning that if we can’t grow Africa sustainably, we can’t grow the world sustainably. UN Global Compact UNDP Africa #unstoppableAfrica

“We need to stop talking about women’s empowerment and start talking about women’s power.” Melinda French Gates - YES

Me too! The katmer and the hospitality - unrivaled!

Increased opportunities for small businesses isn’t just creating positive outcomes for those firms, but multiplier effects for employees, their families, and the communities associated with them.

Big News: Building Markets is expanding to Latin America in 2023! A new program will support refugee-owned or employing small businesses through visibility, training, and market access. Read the full press release: bit.ly/3iVwc9R

When Innovations for Poverty Action, along with independent researchers, conducted a RCT on Building Markets Winning Contracts training program in Liberia, they found evidence that a simple intervention can lead to better outcomes for SMEs. Check out the key findings: bit.ly/3YFYVjg

Building Markets is in action on the ground in Türkiye and our network of small businesses are ready to provide food relief together with the Syrian Restaurant Association, but they need your help. Take action now: buildingmarkets.org/earthquake-vic… #earthquakeinturkey #earthquake

🚨 A 7.7 earthquake hit Myanmar, shaking Thailand—thousands need aid! We’ve launched the Myanmar & Thailand Earthquake Emergency Response Fundraiser to support relief efforts: thegivingblock.com/campaigns/myan… On tomorrow’s podcast episode, we chat with Elizabeth Brown of

Myanmar needs your help: buildingmarkets.org/myanmar-emerge…