Policy tools and resources
Explore practical resources for digital financial services policymaking.
Empowering stakeholders for effective policy change
As economies increasingly rely on technology-driven financial systems, ensuring transparent, well-informed, and inclusive policymaking becomes essential. The UNCDF Policy Accelerator tools and resources provide a platform for stakeholders, from governments and regulatory bodies to industry partners and consumer advocates, to collaborate and engage in informed discussions.
These resources facilitate the exchange of knowledge, best practices, and lessons learned, fostering the development of effective and adaptable policies that can navigate the ever-evolving landscape of digital finance.
By promoting open dialogue and knowledge-sharing, these resources not only enhance regulatory clarity but also empower organisations to navigate digital financial services with confidence, ultimately driving innovation, financial inclusion, and sustainable economic growth.
Using the UNCDF Policy Accelerator tools and resources
Apply the UNCDF Policy Accelerator Toolkit to the three phases of policymaking while working toward inclusive Digital Financial Services
Explore our briefs to learn about emerging topics for digital economies
Apply our guides throughout your policymaking journey
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Learn from global and country experience
Start here to review and apply guidance from international standard-setting bodies.
Select viable policy options
Start here to summarise your findings, shortlist your policy options, weigh trade-offs, and select viable policy options for your country or region.
Consult with stakeholders
Start here to engage with public sector actors, private sector actors and consumer groups who are (a) involved in the policymaking process or (b) impacted by the relevant policy or regulation.
Create an advisory panel or working group
An advisory panel is an important mechanism by which civil society can directly influence the policymaking process. “Convening” organisations can support the infrastructure of the panel, make introductions to regulators, and support regulators in taking civil society recommendations forward.
Create a staff training program
Start here if you would like to support your staff in learning new skills and knowledge as part of the policymaking process.
Sharing what we’ve learned — and asking for your feedback
We hope that if you use these resources, you will take a few minutes to let us know what you liked and what we can improve upon for the next release.