Six Philippine co-operatives who are affiliates of the National Confederation of Cooperatives (NATCCO) participated in the first study visit organized by AWCF on 12-17 August 2008. Twenty-five participants, 17 women and 8 men, took time out in their co-op work to: observe first hand how micro enterprises are supported by credit unions/co-operatives through micro-finance and loan services; share best practices on micro-enterprise programs as tools for women empowerment and family development; and appreciate the Thai culture and tradition.
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