What is the Pro-Poor Seal of Excellence?

The Pro-Poor Seal of Excellence is given to MFIs as recognition for reaching the farthest stage of performance and verification – the Truelift Leader. 

The Truelift initiative was initially conceived with the name Seal of Excellence for Poverty Outreach and Transformation in Microfinance, and the “Seal of Excellence” terminology  has been kept to recognize the Truelift Leader. Those who receive the Pro-Poor Seal of Excellence fully meet the qualifying standards, including sustainability, responsible financial performance, client protection and social performance management, and show strength in each of the three Pro-Poor Principles.

This performance is verified by a social rating with a Truelift add-on, as well as having received Smart Certification.