Refugee Finance Playbook

As the world faces rising displacement, the financial inclusion of refugees and their host communities has never been more urgent—or more possible.

This Playbook is your go-to guide for understanding, designing, and scaling effective refugee finance solutions. Whether you're a funder, financial institution, development practitioner, or grassroots leader, this tool is built to inform, inspire, and accelerate your journey.

Inside, you’ll find curated insights, practical tools, real-world case studies, and lessons learned from the ReFine initiative and the broader field of refugee finance. From demystifying the displacement context to equipping both communities and institutions for engagement, this Playbook is designed to meet you where you are—whether you're just getting started or refining a strategy.

What You’ll Gain:

• A bird’s eye view of the refugee finance ecosystem and its relevance to your work
• Clear guidance on meaningful engagement with refugees and host communities
• Proven strategies for preparing communities for the formal financial system
• Insights on how financial institutions can develop inclusive, impactful products
• A library of tools, templates, and real-life examples to support practical implementation

Refugee finance is not charity—it’s smart, inclusive development. This Playbook helps you move from intention to action, bridging the gap between need and opportunity.

Let’s build a future where everyone—regardless of status—has access to the financial tools they need to thrive.