As climate change and systemic risks accelerate, mutual and cooperative insurers are stepping up to play a central role in shaping sustainable solutions. With their community-first governance models and long-term commitment to stability, these insurers are uniquely positioned to deliver meaningful impact through global collaboration. This panel session explores the potential for ICMIF members to harness cross-border partnerships in order to support just transitions, promote inclusive resilience strategies, and influence sustainable policy at scale. Aligning financial protection with social purpose is not only good for communities – but essential to delivering future-proof insurance systems in an increasingly complex world.
Speakers:
- Kipkorir Koskei, Director, Strategic Partnerships & Policy, Insurance Development Forum (IDF)
- Saurabh Sharma, Global Technical Lead – Nature & Inclusive Insurance, United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)
- Swenja Surminski, Managing Director Climate and Sustainability, Marsh McLennan (UK)
- Mathieu Filippo, Senior Manager, Prudential Supervision and Sustainability, Achmea (Netherlands)
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