Held under the Civil Society Program, the event Innovative Financing to Scale Up Community-Led Solutions brought together Civil Society Organizations from across Asia and the Pacific to explore new approaches to mobilizing capital for community development. The seminar was organized by Habitat for Humanity, Humanity and Nature Indigenous Women’s Association, and Venture for Fund Raising, and held on the sidelines of the 59th Annual Meeting of the ADB Board of Governors in Samarkand, Uzbekistan.

The 2026 ADB Annual Meeting is being held from 3 to 6 May under the theme “Crossroads of Progress: Advancing the Region’s Connected Future.”

The ADB Annual Meeting brings together policymakers, private sector leaders, development partners, and innovators to advance practical solutions in connectivity, digital innovation, and innovative finance—strengthening the region’s capacity for resilient and sustainable growth. Over the years, the event has become a leading forum for discussion of economic and social development issues in Asia and the Pacific.