Together, we can build a more resilient and equitable garment and footwear industry in Central America. One that delivers for workers, communities, and businesses alike.

Watch RISE's sessions on how wage digitalization accelerates financial inclusion in global supply chains and boosts garment workers' financial health & security.

Climate change is already hitting the garment, footwear, and textiles sectors hard. Its impacts are rapidly compounding for both workers and businesses in countries like Bangladesh and Cambodia. 

How RISE helped drive the global transformation from cash to digital wage payments revealed by the Global Findex 2025, contributing to increased financial inclusion worldwide.

For millions of workers in the garment industry, including women, receiving their wages digitally instead of in cash is a gateway to financial security and independence.

2024 Annual report: Collaborative Action toward Gender Equality in Supply Chains

In this guide for financial service providers developed by RISE and Mastercard, we share insights and recommendations to acquire new customers at scale through responsible wage digitalization; drive account usage of a range of financial products and services; and expand product offering to build financial security.