PEI — About (Complete Enhanced Version)

Our mission & values

The Partnership for Economic Inclusion (PEI) is dedicated to advancing national economic inclusion programs that empower extremely poor and vulnerable households to increase their earnings and assets. By uniting global stakeholders, PEI fosters innovation, consolidates and shares knowledge, and emphasizes gender-responsive design to ensure no one is left behind. Building on the success of graduation programs, PEI aims to create scalable investments that enhance livelihoods and resilience, while adapting to evolving labor market dynamics and social protection needs. Together, we strive to drive inclusive and sustainable growth aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals to end poverty in all its forms by 2030.

Our values

                Demonstrated commitment to a common vision to scale up economic inclusion for the poorest that is practically grounded, results oriented, and focused on impact and outcomes for the poorest and most vulnerable.
              

We treat partners, stakeholders, and communities with dignity and respect. Effective collaboration is built on shared listening, humility, and a willingness to learn from each other's perspectives.

We prioritize cross-sectoral partnerships — government, NGOs, researchers, and funders — to scale solutions and embed economic inclusion approaches within national systems.

We promote adaptive approaches, evidence-building, and the sharing of lessons learned so programs can continuously improve and respond to evolving needs.

We value diverse experiences, skills, and backgrounds — both of those we work with and the teams implementing programs — to design inclusive and relevant solutions.

Tools & Resources

For practitioners &
policymakers

From tips on designing and implementing economic inclusion programs to guidance on analyzing costs and managing contextual considerations, we have the information and tools you need each step of the way. We're here to help.

What is the state of economic inclusion? Read the latest report >> Discover a new idea in the Resource Center >> Explore economic inclusion programs worldwide in the Data Portal >> How does PEI work in practice? Read the In Practice publication series >>