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IFoA Conference 2023 plenary 4: role of actuaries in the financial services revolution
A summary of plenary 4 at the IFoA Conference (26 to 27 June 2023), which looked at the role of actuaries in the financial services revolution.
Pensions and longevity: provision for an ageing population
As the UK population continues to age, albeit more slowly than previously, can our pensions system properly support us in the years to come? In June 2023, the International Longevity Centre UK and the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries held a joint webinar to explore this question. And here Emily Evans, ILC’s Senior Communications and Engagement Officer reflects on the discussion.
Climate reporting focus: ISSB
This is part 1 of a series of educational posts from the IFoA’s Climate Change Disclosures Working Party about climate reporting topics. Here the working party gives an introduction to ISSB and a brief overview of its recent publications (IFRS S1 and S2).
Climate reporting focus: USA
This is part 2 of a series of educational posts from the IFoA’s Climate Change Disclosures Working Party about climate reporting topics. Here the working party focuses on the USA: current practices and a brief overview of things to come.
India’s oldest actuarial firm and its growing international reach
As Mumbai-based firm K. A. Pandit becomes the first company in India to achieve the QAS accreditation, Kulin Patel (CEO/Partner) and Niyati Pandit (Chief Services Officer) describe how the firm has benefitted from its relationship with the IFoA over the years.
Climate reporting focus: EIOPA
This is part 3 of a series of educational posts from the IFoA’s Climate Change Disclosures Working Party about climate reporting topics. Here the working party discusses EIOPA and gives a brief overview of the current and upcoming requirements.
Climate reporting focus: EU
This is part 4 of a series of educational posts from the IFoA’s Climate Change Disclosures Working Party about climate reporting topics. Here the working party focuses on the EU: current practices and a brief overview of things to come.
Machine learning: a modern oxymoron?
As the latest edition of the Longevity Bulletin, The machine learning issue, is published, Matthew Edwards, Senior Director at WTW and Editor of the Longevity Bulletin, explores the application of machine learning to mortality and associated risks
A more inclusive and diverse profession - launch of the IFoA DEI Employer Network
Richard Scott, IFoA Head of UK, Europe and Employers, reports on a successful employer roundtable, marking the launch of the IFoA Diversity Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Employer Network.
New IFoA actuarial careers event showcases an industry on the rise
Richard Scott, IFoA Head of UK, Europe and Employers, celebrates the successful launch of the IFoA’s first ever student actuarial careers showcase, More than Just Maths.
Reaching Actuary 3.0
Bob Charles, Coherent, previews his IFoA Asia Conference 2023 presentation on how the profession can employ emerging technologies to reach new heights
Climate reporting focus: South Africa
This is part 5 of a series of educational posts from the IFoA’s Climate Change Disclosures Working Party about climate reporting topics. Here we focus on South Africa: current practices and a brief overview of things to come.
Climate reporting focus: India
This is part 6 of a series of educational posts from the IFoA’s Climate Change Disclosures Working Party about climate reporting topics. Here we focus on India: current practices and a brief overview of things to come.
Beyond the next Parliament: The case for long-term policymaking
The Institute and Faculty of Actuaries (IFoA) is delighted to launch our policy prospectus: ‘Beyond the next Parliament: The case for long-term policymaking’.
Climate reporting focus: Israel
This is part 11 of a series of educational posts from the IFoA’s Climate Change Disclosures Working Party about climate reporting topics. Here we focus on Israel: current practices and a brief overview of things to come.
Climate reporting focus: Australia
This is part 12 of a series of educational posts from the IFoA’s Climate Change Disclosures Working Party about climate reporting topics. Here we focus on Australia: current practices and a brief overview of things to come.
Recognising practice standards in a small team
HS Actuarial – which has recently become Goddard Perry Actuarial – achieved QAS accreditation in July. In this blog entry, actuary and ‘SQAR’ Chris Bunford outlines his experience of the QAS accreditation process and what it means to Goddard Perry Actuarial.
National Inclusion Week: Inclusion – the deaf perspective
The IFoA is pleased to support National Inclusion Week 2023 and in doing so is encouraging IFoA employees to share their stories. Here, Katie Wood, our Quality Assurance Scheme Manager, shares her personal perspective on inclusion, and what it means to her.