Swedish ICMIF member Afa Försäkring is supporting the country’s national vocational team (pictured above) as it prepares for the European Vocational Championships, taking place 9–13 September in Herning, Denmark. Afa Försäkring aims to make everyday life safer in terms of people’s professional and work environment. Its insurances are part of Sweden’s collective agreements and provide […]
The ICMIF Foundation has announced that Belgian cooperative insurer and ICMIF member P&V Group has pledged to donate EUR 50,000 (USD 54,000) per year for the next three years to support the UNDP ICMIF Insurance Innovation Challenge (IIC). With this contribution, P&V Group joins a growing network of members investing in inclusive insurance solutions and […]
Achmea Investment Management has announced the launch of a new private equity fund that will invest in companies delivering both financial returns and measurable positive impact in areas such as climate, biodiversity, nutrition and health. The fund has a target size of EUR 250 million, with EUR 225 million already committed from investors. The launch […]
ICMIF member NFU Mutual (UK) has announced a new partnership with Environmental Farmers Group (EFG) to help farmers manage the risks of devoting land to environmental and regenerative schemes within natural capital markets. The partnership has been forged following NFU Mutual research which shows that 24% of the UK farms and estates surveyed are already […]
Last month, Unipol Assicurazioni (Italy) became the latest ICMIF member organisation to join the Forum for Insurance Transition to Net Zero (FIT), a UN-led and convened multi-stakeholder forum chaired by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) to advance insurance strategies and practices that accelerate and scale up a just transition to a resilient net-zero economy. […]
This year marks a major milestone for one of Australia’s most trusted mutual medical defence organisations, as ICMIF member MDA National celebrates 100 years of supporting and protecting doctors across the country. Founded in 1925 by a group of Western Australian doctors, MDA National has grown from a small mutual support group into a national […]
Earlier this year, Canadian ICMIF member Desjardins Group released its 2024 Social and Cooperative Responsibility Report and its Climate Action at Desjardins report. These reports outline how North America’s largest financial cooperative is increasingly integrating environmental, social and governance (ESG) factors into its operations, products and services. The publications also describe Desjardins’ commitment to helping its […]
This year, Costa Rican ICMIF member Sociedad de Seguros de Vida del Magisterio Nacional celebrates a significant milestone. The organisation is celebrating 105 years of history which it says is backed by sound financial management, a long-term strategic vision and a firm commitment to social welfare and solidarity. Sociedad de Seguros de Vida del Magisterio […]
ICMIF Supporting Member Peak Re has been recognised as the Asian Reinsurer of the Year – Gold at the prestigious Insurance Asia Awards 2025. This is the 10th consecutive year that Peak Re has received this honour which, the reinsurer says, is a testament to its unwavering commitment to sustainability, innovation, and client-centricity. In 2024, […]
ICMIF member Thrivent (USA) made a big impression during the 2025 InvestmentNews Awards last month. The awards recognised outstanding professionals and firms in the financial services industry. Most notably, InvestmentNews honoured Terry Rasmussen, Thrivent’s President and CEO, with the highly coveted CEO of the Year award and highlighted her purpose-driven leadership and the transformative impact […]