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Aligning values with impact: Thrivent’s journey

Thrivent, a fraternal benefit society with over 120 years of history, is on a thoughtful and gradual sustainability journey. Grounded in core values of empathy, impact, authenticity, gratitude, and commitment, Thrivent focuses on driving tangible results that benefit its clients, employees, and communities. The organisation’s recent initiatives include launching ESG-focused investment products, reducing its physical […]

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Accelerating a just transition towards a greener, more inclusive and resilient world

Beneva (Canada) is dedicated to advancing sustainability through a range of environmental and social initiatives. The company actively reduces its carbon footprint, promotes green insurance products, and implements effective waste management practices. Alongside these environmental efforts, Beneva emphasises social responsibility by supporting local communities, funding social causes, and fostering an inclusive workplace. Despite facing challenges,

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NFU Mutual’s transition plan journey

NFU Mutual (UK) is committed to transitioning towards sustainability with a comprehensive climate change strategy. Their approach involves engaging with key stakeholders, setting ambitious emission reduction targets, and aligning with regulatory requirements. This journey underscores their dedication to supporting a low-carbon economy while maintaining resilience and supporting their members. NFU Mutual (UK) has embarked on

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Climate (transition) plans – The learning curve

Achmea (Netherlands) is leading efforts to transition towards a more sustainable future. With a comprehensive approach to addressing climate change, they are complying with both current and impending regulations. Their journey, marked by collaborative initiatives and strategic planning, underscores their commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and enhancing sustainability reporting. Achmea (Netherlands) is undertaking significant

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Geopolitical risk snapshot 2024: navigating political risk in an era of heightened global tensions

In this ‘year of the election’, where over half the world’s population will have the opportunity to vote, we focus on global business executives’ concerns and perceived preparedness for geopolitical risk and their apprehension around the outcome of these elections impacting their international operations and ability to invest and trade. From the unrest in the

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2024 Cyber risk predictions

This year, we’re closely watching how the courts will respond to a recent spate of generative artificial intelligence (AI) and privacy-related litigation, evaluating how different global markets will respond to regulatory changes and thinking about how cybercriminals will evolve their tactics. And, of course, we’re preparing for the myriad ways all of these emerging trends

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2022 ICMIF General Meeting: A global reach for local strength

Shaun Tarbuck, Chief Executive, ICMIF and Hilde Vernaillen, CEO of P&V Group (Belgium) and outgoing ICMIF Chair present ICMIF’s Impact Report based on the Federation’s 2019-2022 performance. Rob Wesseling, President and CEO of Co-operators (Canada) and incoming ICMIF Chair will then present ICMIF’s new four-year strategy for 2023-2026. ICMIF Board members and member delegates will

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Inclusive resilience through protection and prevention

ICMIF Centenary Conference 2022 With its authentic, purpose-driven operating model, the cooperative/mutual insurance sector is uniquely positioned to take a lead in creating a practical path towards inclusive resilience, which requires a sharper focus on prevention to complement traditional protection solutions. Through its collaboration with the United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR), ICMIF

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ICMIF Centenary Conference: Keynote session

ICMIF Centenary Conference 2022 Keynote presentations from United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR) on the future challenges for the world and what mutual/cooperative insurers can do to help. Session panellists Ulrika Modéer, UN Assistant Secretary-General and Director of the Bureau of External Relations and Advocacy, United Nations

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