Proceedings of the 2nd Annual Conference on Social Science and Humanities (ANCOSH 2020)

Poverty Reduction Through Microfinance in Rajapolah District, Tasikmalaya Regency

Authors
Wilman San Marino, Gun Gun Gunawan
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Wilman San Marino
Available Online 14 April 2021.
DOI
10.2991/assehr.k.210413.056How to use a DOI?
Keywords
microfinance, poverty reduction
Abstract

The rapid growth of microfinance institutions provides great opportunities for low-income people to participate more in the economy, start and grow their businesses. This study aims to determine the role of microfinance institutions in reducing poverty with indicators of increasing family income before and after receiving microfinance for women. The research method used in this research is quantitative research methods and explanatory surveys. Model testing using paired t test. The population in this study were women receiving microfinance in Rajapolah Village, Rajapolah District, Tasikmalaya Regency. The sampling technique used simple random sampling and was determined by the slovin formula obtained 150 people. Based on the results of the study showed that there were significant differences in family income after receiving microfinance financing. Financial institutions play a role in increasing the family income of women receiving microfinance. Microfinance for women is an effective way to increase family income as an effort to reduce poverty.

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Volume Title
Proceedings of the 2nd Annual Conference on Social Science and Humanities (ANCOSH 2020)
Series
Advances in Social Science, Education and Humanities Research
Publication Date
14 April 2021
ISBN
10.2991/assehr.k.210413.056
ISSN
2352-5398
DOI
10.2991/assehr.k.210413.056How to use a DOI?
Copyright
© 2021, the Authors. Published by Atlantis Press.
Open Access
This is an open access article distributed under the CC BY-NC license (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/).

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