Working toward economic empowerment for everyone, everywhere

Visa Economic Empowerment Institute is a resource for policymakers seeking insights on payments innovation.

Our mission

To create a forum for public-private dialogue on the future of payments.

What we do

Generate insights at the intersection of financial technology and public policy.

Who we do it for

The community of scholars, practitioners, and innovators building the future of finance.

Areas of focus

Visa Economic Empowerment Institute works with public sector officials, non-governmental organizations, and financial consortiums to address global issues affecting payments innovation.

Future of payments

We identify opportunities for public-private collaboration in support of an open and innovative payments landscape, allowing economies to thrive.

Future of commerce

We promote open digital and cross-border commerce, supporting economic opportunity for individuals, businesses, and governments.

Financial access

We provide insights on the role of payments technology in empowering individuals to take charge of their journey toward full financial inclusion.

Visa Economic Empowerment Institute Blog

Explore short-form commentary from experts on payments policy and technology.

Empowering consumers with cross-border data flows

Visa Economic Empowerment Institute research + insights

Read more about the intersection between payments technology and economic empowerment.