Savings, solidarity and self-help : Padek's experiences in working with self-help groups in Cambodia

This book describes the experiences of Padek, an interntional development organisation, in introducing self-help savings and credit groups in Cambodia. They meet regularly estalbish their own rules and elect their own leaders. The program is presented in sufficient detail that readers could implement similar programs if they are interested. It looks at two years of experience of group initiation, stabilization and consolidation and then draws out issues and looks to the future.