09:00 – 10:30
The global state of mutual microinsurance: assessing challenges and harnessing success
- Welcome message from host – Dr Aris Alip, Founder and Chairman Emeritus, CARD MRI (Philippines)
- Keynote address – Atty Reynaldo Regalado, Commissioner, Insurance Commission (Philippines)
- UNDP and ICMIF Foundation partnership to build global resilience – Edwine Carrie, Deputy Resident Representative, UNDP Philippines (Philippines)
- The global microinsurance landscape – Aditi Singh, Asia Regional Coordinator, Microinsurance Network (India)
10:30 – 11:00
Break
11:00 – 12:30
Session 2
Scaling mutual microinsurance through the UNDP ICMIF Insurance Innovation Challenge Fund
Presentation of challenges and lessons learned by project partners in scaling mutual microinsurance under the first round of the UNDP ICMIF Insurance Innovation Challenge (IIC) Fund projects.
SPEAKERS:
- Michael Mugo, Managing Director Designate, CIC Insurance Group (Kenya)
- Zachary Wambugu, Managing Director, Cooperative Life Assurance Ltd (Malawi)
- Jun Jay Perez, Executive Director, MiMAP (RIMANSI) (Philippines)
- Diana Almoro, Regional Specialist, Asia Pacific, UNDP IRFF (Thailand) - Moderator
12:30 – 13:30
Lunch
13:30 – 15:00
Session 3
Expanding mutual microinsurance into new markets: opportunities and challenges
Presentation on the goals and key challenges faced by selected cooperatives and microfinance institutions in delivering mutual microinsurance across Asia, Africa, and Latin America regions.
SPEAKERS:
- Lourenco Moio Adamsone, Executive Director, AMPCM (Mozambique)
- Stephanus Siagian, General Manager, CUCO (Indonesia)
- Phyo Pyae Maung Maung, Chief of Operations, ASA Microfinance (Myanmar)
- Cristian Pintos, Chief of Reinsurance, Aseguradora Tajy (Paraguay)
- Ma. Vhiktoria Siva, Research Officer, ICMIF Foundation (Philippines)- Moderator
15:00 – 15:30
Break
15:30 – 17:00
Session 4
The secrets to success: key insights from the pioneers of mutual microinsurance
Panel discussion with pioneering mutual microinsurance leaders on the key drivers of success and the leadership skills needed to deliver impactful, scalable, and sustainable mutual microinsurance.
SPEAKERS:
- Dr Aris Alip, Founder and Chairman Emeritus, CARD MRI (Philippines)
- Dr Nelson Kuria, Chairman, CIC Insurance Group (Kenya)
- MP Vasimalai, Executive Director, DHAN Foundation (India)
- Dr Ma Piedad Geron, Independent consultant (Philippines)- Moderator
19:00 – 20:30
Dinner
DAY TWO: Thursday 18 June 2026
Replicating the CARD MBA blueprint: pillars of success and key principles for replication
Master of ceremonies: Jun Jay Perez, Executive Director, MiMAP (RIMANSI) (Philippines)
09:00 – 10:30
Session 1
Promoting the mutual approach to microinsurance
A panel discussion exploring the key result areas in the development of the microinsurance sector in the Philippines including regulatory frameworks, pathways to formalisation, and the role of the association of microinsurance MBA in the sector’s growth and development.
SPEAKERS:
- Camilo Casals, Advisor, MiMAP (RIMANSI) (Philippines)
- Wilma Conde, IC Supervising Insurance Specialist, Insurance Commission - Microinsurance Division (Philippines)
- Emeteria Quijano, Board Treasurer, MiMAP (RIMANSI) (Philippines)
- Jun Jay Perez, Executive Director, MiMAP (RIMANSI) (Philippines)- Moderator
10:30 – 11:00
Break
11:00 – 12:30
Session 2
CARD Mutual Benefit Association: the pioneer, leader and innovator
A panel discussion showcasing the evolution of CARD Mutual Benefit Association, highlighting its journey from a members’ mutual fund to a regulated mutual benefit association, its distribution model through the CARD MRI Financial Group, the use of technology to support rapid claims settlement and scale outreach, and maximizing member participation in the ownership, authority and governance of the mutual benefit association.
SPEAKERS:
- Jocelyn Dequito, CEO, CARD MBA (Philippines)
- Vicente Briones Jr, Executive Director CARD Inc (Philippines)
- Oliver Reyes, Senior Operations Director, CARD MBA (Philippines)
- Jennifer Redublo, Director for Compliance, CARD MBA (Philippines)
- Jane Manucdoc, Vice President, MiMAP (RIMANSI) (Philippines)- Moderator
12:30 – 13:30
Lunch
13:30 – 15:00
Session 3
Replicating the mutual microinsurance model: challenges and lessons learned
A panel discussion exploring the key challenges and lessons learned in replicating the mutual microinsurance model in the Philippines, including the first-mover advantage in achieving outreach, viability and transformation, adapting models for urban poor communities, and insights from the CARD MBA BOAT programme as a microinsurance MBA technology transfer.
SPEAKERS:
- Rolando Victoria, Founder and Chairman Emeritus, ASKI (Philippines)
- Maria Anna Ignacio, President, KDCI (Philippines)
- Mercedes Faustino, President/CEO, KMFI (Philippines)
- Judith Torres, Actuarial Officer, MiMAP (RIMANSI) (Philippines)- Moderator
15:00 – 15:15
Closing message: Harnessing leadership of social entrepreneurs in developing the mutual microinsurance sector
SPEAKER:
- Dr Aris Alip, Founder and Chairman Emeritus, CARD MRI (Philippines) and Chairman Emeritus, MiMAP (RIMANSI) (Philippines)
Delegates will take part in a field visit to observe the CARD model in action, attending community group meetings, hearing from policyholders and local co-ordinators and observing the communication flow between the financial institutions and CARD MBA.
07:45 – 11:00 |
Travel from AIM Conference Center, Makati City to Barangay San Gregorio, San Pablo City |
11:00 – 12:30 |
Community group meetings at Barangay San Gregorio, San Pablo City |
12:30 – 14:00 |
Lunch with cultural presentation at Maharlika Square Events Place, San Pablo City |
14:00 – 15:00 |
Visit to Mga Likha ni Inay, CARD’s social enterprise for women-led microenterprises, featuring locally made handicrafts and products by its members |
15:00 – 16:00 |
Visit to four heritage sites in San Pablo City, including Sampaloc Lake, Saint Paul the First Hermit Cathedral, Fule Malvar Mansion, and San Pablo City Hall |
16:00 – 19:00 |
Travel from San Pablo City to AIM Conference Center, Makati City |
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