The National Financial Services Federation is the peak industry body of the micro-lending industry.
The Federation has Divisions in each state andterritory and two members of each state’s Board of Directors comprise the National Board.
Each Division is composed of General Members, providers of micro-lending loans and Associate Members who are, generally, suppliers to the industry. Members include small businesses, medium size companies with several lending outlets and large companies with outlets and/or representatives, in a number of states and territories.
Membership is substantial and growing. In most states and territories, over 60% of the leading companies active in the industry are members. Not many representative organisations have a similar depth and breadth of membership
The Federation is a not for profit organisation and is funded by its members.
The Federation’s aim is to promote the enhancement of customer service and build greater government and community understanding of the micro and alternate finance industry throughout Australia.