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	17 September 2021	Zenkyoren announces ESG investment in nutrition bonds to support the SDGs
	17 September 2021	Securian Financial and Securian Asset Management sign Principles for Responsible Investment
	15 September 2021	Achmea to plant one million trees in reforestation programme
	15 September 2021	Global reinsurance capital, profits, and ROE on the rise in H1: Willis Re
	15 September 2021	Swiss Re sees growing demand for insurance protection, positive outlook for premiums
	14 September 2021	The ICMIF team lends its support to the ICMIF Foundation appeal to help India’s low-income communities affected by Covid-19
	14 September 2021	Growth through differentiation: EY global insurance mutual market scan identifies four principles for mutual insurers
	13 September 2021	On the road to a driverless future as the RAC Intellibus® marks five years
	13 September 2021	R+V Versicherung wins prestigious brand award 2021 for best brand relaunch
	13 September 2021	Global (re)insurance: Underlying profitability improves at H1 but inflation and rate deceleration remain concerns
	10 September 2021	Mutual Fire Insurance ranked as a Five-Star Carrier in 2021
	10 September 2021	Royal London research finds 15.9m UK adults are more financially vulnerable as a result of the pandemic
	10 September 2021	African Risk Capacity receives overall lowest-risk ESG rating in the insurance industry
	9 September 2021	LB Forsikring’s electric car insurance is ranked “Best in Test”
	6 September 2021	The IMA Group experiences record levels of demand for support from its 45 million members during an exceptional summer
	3 September 2021	AVBOB champions education and literacy in South Africa
	23 August 2021	Severe weather events drive global insured catastrophe losses of USD 42 billion in first half of 2021, Swiss Re Institute estimates
	23 August 2021	Simplyhealth campaign focuses on improving men’s mental health and fostering open, honest conversations on health
	20 August 2021	Ecclesiastical launches sensor technology proposition to prevent water leakage and electrical fire risks
	20 August 2021	New partnership for 1 Cooperative Insurance System of the Philippines (1CISP) to boost lending confidence and financial inclusion
	19 August 2021	Achmea continues its commitment to sustainable mobility through investment in electric car subscription company
	19 August 2021	Unipol launches Italy’s first “Try-Before-You-Buy” motor insurance programme
	19 August 2021	CLIMBS launches enhanced ‘Weather Protect Insurance’ for farmers aided by fellow ICMIF member IBISA
	19 August 2021	NTUC Income launches TRIBE, Singapore’s first subscription-based insurance that offers on-demand adaptability with no lock-in periods
	18 August 2021	CAMIC members support the DHAN Foundation in India in act of solidarity amongst Canadian mutuals
	6 August 2021	New research by Ecclesiastical finds specialist brokers have the edge on their rivals
	5 August 2021	Cornish Mutual rolls out hay fire prevention trial with Members
	5 August 2021	Royal London research finds over half of consumers want their pension invested responsibly to help tackle climate change
	4 August 2021	ICMIF members recognised in Argentinian national competition to combat fraud in the insurance industry
	3 August 2021	Achmea takes the next step towards climate-neutral business operations
	3 August 2021	AM Best’s September Reinsurance Market Briefing will take place online
	2 August 2021	Amana Takaful Insurance extends support to local communities in mutuality and solidarity
	26 July 2021	Swiss Re Institute publishes latest sigma report; forecasts record global insurance premium at USD 7 trillion by the end of 2022
	21 July 2021	Gore Mutual announces new operating model for auto lines cover and launches national contact centre
	21 July 2021	Folksam improves protection against violence in close relationships
	20 July 2021	Global reinsurance approaching equilibrium: Willis Re 1st View
	20 July 2021	NFU Mutual donates GBP 2m to local charities as ongoing crisis drives need for support
	19 July 2021	UK charities celebrate share of GBP 1million fund thanks to Ecclesiastical and nominations from brokers
	16 July 2021	Australia’s secret to success is worth billions says BCCM’s National Mutual Economy Report
	14 July 2021	The Co-operators sets targets for a net-zero future
	13 July 2021	LB Forsikring sets clear climate goals for its investments as part of its role in the green transition
	13 July 2021	Income expands coverage of electric vehicles with new usage-based motor insurance model
	12 July 2021	Royal London commits to net zero by 2050 and thereby protect customers’ standard of living
	12 July 2021	MAIF renews the freeze on its auto insurance rates for 2022
	8 July 2021	Folksam increases its ownership in steel company SSAB to support its transition to fossil free production
	7 July 2021	Afa Försäkring invests in a social bond which aims to achieve some of the UN Sustainable Development Goals
	7 July 2021	Beneva contributes CAD 1 million to create Relief Research Chair in Mental Health, Self-Management, and Work
	30 June 2021	Asia Affinity Holdings and RightIndem strike an alliance to provide digital claims solutions in Asia
	21 June 2021	How mutuals can differentiate to drive growth and create value
	21 June 2021	Surco Seguros recognised by Great Places to Work Uruguay for the quality of its organisational culture
	21 June 2021	Swiss Re’s SONAR examines the emerging risks set to shape a post-COVID-19 world
	18 June 2021	Sancor Seguros launches a corporate venture capital fund to invest in insurtech, fintech and healthtech
	18 June 2021	NFU Mutual offers small business customers free social media tools to help them connect with their communities
	17 June 2021	The Unipol Group launches a national Covid-19 vaccine programme across Italy
	17 June 2021	Best’s Market Segment Report: Mutuals Embrace Innovation to Cement Their European Insurance Market Role
	17 June 2021	EMC Mobileye offers collision avoidance systems to policyholders
	17 June 2021	Simplyhealth launches SimplyPlan: a new app for improved customer experience
	16 June 2021	Achmea can now deal with increasing storm damage claims faster with a new national roof tile network
	16 June 2021	LB Forsikring aims to be Denmark’s preferred insurance company for electric cars
	16 June 2021	The ICMIF Foundation launches an appeal to support India’s low-income communities affected by COVID-19
	15 June 2021	Sygeforsikringen “danmark” donates DKK 150 million to research projects on health and prevention
	7 June 2021	Ecclesiastical Insurance Group launches the Movement for Good awards 2021
	4 June 2021	Finnish high schools receive a large book donation from LocalTapiola to increase young people’s awareness of climate change
	3 June 2021	The P&V tower in Brussels lit up in the colours of the rainbow in support of a more inclusive society
	3 June 2021	ICMIF member initiatives will help implement the Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction
	2 June 2021	Unipol launches advanced telematics solution to improve driver safety
	28 May 2021
	26 May 2021	More than 25% of damaged car bumpers are repaired instead of replaced by LB Forsikring
	21 May 2021	ICMIF members’ Covid-19 initiatives provide inspirational learning for Japanese members’ study session
	21 May 2021	Driving sustainably: HUK-COBURG expands telematics offering to include incentives for being environmentally conscious
	20 May 2021	Afa Försäkring funds research into the role of managers and mental illness in the workplace
	20 May 2021	Ecclesiastical in UK’s top four for charitable giving
	20 May 2021	The Commonwell recognised for creating a collaborative, inclusive culture
	20 May 2021	Univé Insurance to offer cyber protection to over 1 million policyholders in partnership with Sontiq® Cyberscout
	20 May 2021	Vaudoise to distribute CHF 40 million of profits to its policyholders
	19 May 2021	Peak Insights 2021: Asia demographic trends: elders and millennials
	19 May 2021	Innovation in sustainability: a virtual game from the Sancor Seguros Group helps raise awareness in a cooperative way
	19 May 2021	Willis Re: Global InsurTech investment reaches all-time high of USD 2.55 billion in Q1 2021
	19 May 2021	Folksam adopts new climate targets for its investment portfolios by 2025
	19 May 2021	NFU Mutual named as one of LinkedIn’s Top 25 companies in the UK
	19 May 2021	From protection to prevention: cooperative and mutual insurers will help address urgent challenge of disaster risk reduction says UNDRR and ICMIF report
	19 May 2021	Royal London launches innovation programme with social entrepreneurs
	18 May 2021	How PG Mutual is caring for communities: charities, trees and LEDs
	18 May 2021	Desjardins focused on net zero emissions for 2040
	18 May 2021	CIC wins Decade of Excellence Insurance award
	18 May 2021	EY joins the International Cooperative and Mutual Insurance Federation (ICMIF)
	14 May 2021	Thrivent to pay out USD 280 million in client dividends in 2021
	14 May 2021	Purpose of mutuality clear for PPS as it shares profits with members following unprecedented year
	14 May 2021	Länsförsäkringar reaches over SEK 17 billion in sustainability-oriented bonds in its life and insurance portfolios
	11 May 2021	The Co-operators underscores importance of building community resilience and sustainability at 2021 Annual General Meeting
	10 May 2021	NFU Mutual gives free driving confidence sessions to 1,000 customers
	10 May 2021	Willis Re Reinsurance Report: 7% growth in global reinsurance capital, with signs of underlying combined ratio improvement
	14 April 2021	La Mobilière acquires the Flatfox real estate portal
	13 April 2021	Royal London enhances adviser and employer support through acquisition of Wealth Wizards
	12 April 2021	Two ICMIF members recognised as industry leaders for use cases in data, analytics and AI
	12 April 2021	Report highlights life changing rehabilitation approach to catastrophic injury
	6 April 2021	Folksam extends its partnership with the Swedish Athletics Association
	6 April 2021	Seguros Unimed Super App reaches 500,000 downloads
	6 April 2021	MAIF launches “Sport Planète” initiative for 2021
	5 April 2021	Gore Mutual enhances anti-fraud capabilities in underwriting and claims
	5 April 2021	LB Forsikring establishes new knowledge centre for injury prevention
	2 April 2021	R+V Versicherung rewards members with EUR 10 million premium refund
	2 April 2021	The Co-operators recognised on Women Lead Here benchmark of executive gender diversity
	2 April 2021	Royal London shares GBP 146 million of profits with customers
	1 April 2021	Simplyhealth gains Carbon Neutral + status
	1 April 2021	New Länsförsäkringar research project on artificial intelligence as a tool in responsible investment
	31 March 2021	Ecclesiastical supports churches in the UK with new Trust130 scheme
	30 March 2021	Swiss Re announces ambitious climate targets; accelerates race to net zero
	18 March 2021	The Sancor Seguros Group Foundation joins forces with UNESCO to promote cooperative education in Latin America
	18 March 2021	AM Best becomes signatory to the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) FI Principles for Sustainable Insurance (PSI)
	18 March 2021	Royal London announces partnership with The British & Irish Lions
	17 March 2021	Jackpot for the Folksam Group in the Sustainable Brand Index rankings
	17 March 2021	Simplyhealth named best ‘Health Insurance Innovator’ in the Finder Awards 2021
	17 March 2021	Onderlinge ‘s-Gravenhage launches new online platform to support the elderly
	17 March 2021	LocalTapiola recognised as one of Finland’s most inspiring workplaces
	16 March 2021	Zenkyoren produces educational DVD aimed at reducing traffic accidents during the Covid-19 pandemic
	16 March 2021	Thrivent proudly celebrates 10 consecutive years as one of the world’s most ethical companies
	16 March 2021	Beneva leaders jointly awarded top honours in Quebec’s financial sector
	16 March 2021	Ajusto from Desjardins Insurance: Recognising driving habits and going the extra mile to promote safer driving
	16 March 2021	Mutual Fire Insurance declares premium refund for qualifying members
	11 March 2021	Gore Mutual working to grow into a purpose-driven, digitally-led mutual insurer
	11 March 2021	Eight UK charities receive vital support as NFU Mutual Charitable Trust provides GBP 750,000 funding boost
	25 February 2021	Shelter Insurance recognised as Top Diversity Employer for 2021
	24 February 2021	The ClimateWise Principles Independent Review for 2020 has seen record improvement in scores across the ClimateWise membership
	20 February 2021	AVBOB (South Africa) extends financial support during Covid-19 pandemic
	20 February 2021	Royal London paid GBP 13.1 million for Covid-19 claims in 2020 helping the families of more than 2,100 customers
	20 February 2021	Berkley Re Solutions introduces workplace violence protection coverage
	20 February 2021	AAM announces almost 400,000 new members in 2020 for mutual insurers in France
	19 February 2021	Amana Takaful Insurance successful rebranding emphasises its purpose: To Every Sri Lankan as One
	18 February 2021	EMC (USA) announces 2020 charitable giving and community involvement impact
	18 February 2021	Vaudoise (Switzerland) ranks ahead of peers in alignment to global climate objectives
	16 February 2021	Apprentices at ‘Exceptional workplace’ NFU Mutual share their experiences for UK National Apprenticeship Week
	16 February 2021	Río Uruguay Seguros (Argentina) launches extensive inclusive insurance programme
	13 February 2021	PPS (South Africa) Profit-Share benefit gets an added booster
	11 February 2021	P&V Group (Belgium) offers full and free insurance cover for vaccination centres in the towns and cities that it insures
	10 February 2021	NFU Mutual pledges GBP 2.75m to UK charities as ongoing crisis drives need for support
	9 February 2021	Anadolu Sigorta (Turkey) looks to grow InsurTech ecosystem through new open API platform
	9 February 2021	LB Forsikring (Denmark) survey shows many people would be happy to receive recycled items as a form of compensation
	5 February 2021	Folksam (Sweden) CEO meets with UN Secretary-General to discuss the Net-Zero Asset Owner Alliance
	5 February 2021	Wawanesa (Canada) moves to the cloud to simplify IT operations and add value to brokers and policyholders
	5 February 2021	EMC Insurance receives 2021 Top Workplaces USA Award
	30 January 2021	NTUC Income opens up 1,200 job opportunities with launch of its earn-as-you-learn Sales Management Associate (SMA) programme
	30 January 2021	The Co-operators provides 24/7 virtual healthcare to its group benefits clients across Canada
	30 January 2021	Desjardins Insurance announces CAD 1 million program to support small businesses across Canada
	30 January 2021	Two reports show cooperatives and mutuals outperform other businesses and are key to Australia’s recovery
	28 January 2021	The Commonwell Mutual and Red River Mutual partner to launch an agriculture insurance start-up
	27 January 2021	Braving the new normal with greater social protection through microinsurance in the Philippines
	25 January 2021	Braving the New Normal with Greater Social Protection Through Microinsurance
	22 January 2021	Co-op Insurance (UK) begins trial with pay-by-mile provider By Miles
	21 January 2021	Achmea (Netherlands) bans further investments in the oil and gas sector
	21 January 2021	World Cooperative Monitor: new ranking of the largest cooperatives is now available
	21 January 2021	New research from Simplyhealth shows 17 million British people are committed to improving long-term health in 2021
	20 January 2021	ICMIF members part of collaborative effort to pilot state-of-the-art approaches to assessing climate risks
	20 January 2021	Ecclesiastical Insurance (UK) publishes second Charity Risk Barometer and findings show brokers have a role to play in supporting charity customers
	19 January 2021	Desjardins maintains its commitments to sustainable development
	19 January 2021	Thrivent (USA) invests USD 1 million in COVID-19 relief for Habitat homeowners
	19 January 2021	GF Forsikring (Denmark) shares over DKK 215 million profit with members
	19 January 2021	USD 1 trillion mark reached in global cumulative green issuance in 2020
	19 January 2021	Wawanesa (Canada) furthers commitment to brokers with new training platform
	8 January 2021	Gore Mutual donates CAD 95,000 to help Canadian charities keep communities Healthy for the Holidays
	5 January 2021	NFU Mutual Charitable Trust tops GBP 1m of support for UK charities in 2020
	5 January 2021	MAS receives Consumer NZ People’s Choice Award for fifth consecutive year
	5 January 2021	Simplyhealth (UK) spreads Christmas cheer with donations to nine local charities
	23 December 2020	Sancor Seguros (Argentina) celebrates its 75-year anniversary
	18 December 2020	Zenkyoren (Japan) designs award-winning virtual reality tool to help prevent agricultural accidents
	18 December 2020	NFU Mutual launches winter campaign to raise awareness of support available as loneliness and anxiety rise in UK
	18 December 2020	Folksam announces agreement to provide insurance to members of Swedish pensioner organisation
	18 December 2020	SNACK by Income (Singapore) expands its proposition with SNACKUP in partnership with Visa
	17 December 2020	LB Forsikring (Denmark) to pay DKK 148 million to members in loyalty discount
	15 December 2020	NFU Mutual join forces with The Tourism Network to support UK hospitality businesses
	15 December 2020	RAC supports more sustainable transport initiatives for Western Australia
	9 December 2020	Beneva announced as the new brand for the largest mutual insurance company in Canada
	9 December 2020	Länsförsäkringar (Sweden) continues its journey to achieve climate-smart vision
	9 December 2020	Unipol (Italy) offers its 10 million customers healthcare cover against Covid-19
	9 December 2020	More recognition for client satisfaction for FMG (New Zealand)
	6 December 2020	Altima and MAIF (France) bring a Unique Insurance offer to market
	4 December 2020	Australian Unity becomes Australia’s first mutual to issue Mutual Capital Instruments
	3 December 2020	Folksam ranked top for claims settlement in the Swedish insurance market
	3 December 2020	The Commonwell and Trillium Mutual named as top Canadian workplaces
	3 December 2020	Drones and insurance: an exciting voyage of discovery which Achmea (Netherlands) wants to lead
	3 December 2020	NTUC Income (Singapore) enhances travel insurance cover to include COVID-19 for overseas travel
	27 November 2020	ICMIF members Sygeforsikringen “danmark” and LB Forsikring again commended for having the best reputation in the Danish market
	27 November 2020	Anadolu Sigorta (Turkey) adds earthquake cover to health policies
	26 November 2020	Dina Försäkringar has the most satisfied customers in personal non-life and animal insurance in Sweden
	24 November 2020	Wawanesa (Canada) recognised for its digital transformation strategy
	19 November 2020	EMC Insurance Companies (USA) deepens commitment to diversity
	19 November 2020	The Co-operators (Canada) announce a CAD 2 million community fund to support the employability of marginalised youth in the wake of pandemic
	19 November 2020	Unipol (Italy) leads new project to help farmers adapt to climate change and increase resilience of the Italian agricultural sector
	13 November 2020	SSQ (Canada) recognised for 15-year commitment to employee health and wellbeing
	13 November 2020	OneFamily (UK) supports #10000BlackInterns programme
	11 November 2020	Ecclesiastical Insurance (UK) is giving £120,000 to good causes as part of its annual 12 days of giving Christmas campaign
	6 November 2020	MAIF (France) adopts an ambitious climate strategy for managing its investments and commits to completely phasing out coal by 2030
	4 November 2020	San Cristóbal Seguros (Argentina) receives the INESE International Marketing and Communication Award for its Sitios Seguros project
	4 November 2020	La Mutualité Française launches Mutuelles Impact, the first investment fund with a social and environmental impact dedicated to the health and medical-social sector
	4 November 2020	Securian Financial becomes first US direct life insurer to complete a mortality insurance-linked security transaction
	4 November 2020	Costa Rica approves inclusive insurance regulation
	30 October 2020	Simplyhealth launches app to bring individuals and communities together to improve health of UK
	30 October 2020	P&V (Belgium) recognised for its commitment to society with Decavi Trophy
	30 October 2020	Río Uruguay Seguros (Argentina) implements a virtual wallet for intermediaries and its own cryptocurrency
	29 October 2020	AFA Försäkring (Sweden) provides funding for five new research projects on how Covid-19 affects work, the environment, health and leadership
	28 October 2020	LähiTapiola ranked number one for customer experience in Finland’s financial sector in a customer survey
	28 October 2020	P&V Insurance Group (Belgium) and Vander Haeghen & C ° join forces
	28 October 2020	NFU Mutual (UK) extends its free cyber helpline for SMEs and small farms to end of year
	23 October 2020	Seguros Unimed’s Super App recognised by Brazilian Grow+ Innovation Awards 2020
	23 October 2020	LB Forsikring (Denmark) looks to prevent traffic accidents through new telematics driving app
	22 October 2020	Trillium Mutual (Canada) partners with PrevTech Innovations to provide intelligent 24/7 monitoring of agricultural electrical systems
	21 October 2020	OneFamily (UK) research shows 81% of British teenagers prioritise the environment when choosing products to buy
	16 October 2020	ICMIF Members contribute to report on stand-alone microinsurance regulation in India
	16 October 2020	Folksam’s life company pays out SEK 286 million in bonuses
	16 October 2020	AM Best Insurance Market Briefing - Europe to examine state of regional industry in the face of prevailing economic conditions
	16 October 2020	Zenkyoren (Japan) announces investment in climate focused Exchange Traded Fund to help counteract climate change
	16 October 2020	Länsförsäkringar (Sweden) adds gaming companies to the company’s exclusion list for investments
	15 October 2020	Achmea Innovation Fund (Netherlands) invests in reforestation company to help achieve climate objectives
	14 October 2020	Ten UK charities to receive share of £500,000 as part of Ecclesiastical’s Movement for Good awards
	10 October 2020	The state of the US mutual insurance industry is strong, says latest market analysis from NAMIC
	9 October 2020	The Co-operators makes one million dollars in capital available for Canadian cooperatives evolving to respond to changing economy
	9 October 2020	Which? Awards name NFU Mutual (UK) as Insurance Brand of the Year
	9 October 2020	Río Uruguay Seguros (Argentina) promotes inclusivity in the workplace and the development of insurance cover for LGBTIQ people
	6 October 2020	NFU Mutual (UK) announces retirement of Group Chief Executive Lindsay Sinclair
	2 October 2020	CEOs of Securian Financial and Thrivent (both USA) share their career insights with interns in joint virtual Q&A session
	2 October 2020	Simplyhealth (UK) launches a new brand campaign highlighting the importance of community health
	2 October 2020	Recent awards recognise EMC Insurance’s commitment to customers, independent agents and employees
	2 October 2020	LähiTapiola is the first Finnish company to sign the UN Principles for Sustainable Insurance
	2 October 2020	PPS (South African) members with Short-Term Insurance to benefit from Profit-Share
	1 October 2020	Mutual values help position Länsförsäkringar as one of Sweden’s most attractive employers for young people
	1 October 2020	MAIF (France) freezes motor premiums for 2021 to support policyholders
	1 October 2020	Royal London (UK) launches new social impact commitments to make a positive difference for customers and communities
	30 September 2020	Two Japanese cooperatives donate tarpaulins in preparation for typhoons
	30 September 2020	RAC WA (Australia) unveils its new purpose, vision and mission to shape the organisation for the future and create a better Western Australia
	25 September 2020	The P&V Group provides EUR 1 million to support youth projects in Belgium
	24 September 2020	Desjardins Group (Canada) makes first direct acquisition in green infrastructure in the US
	24 September 2020	NTUC Income (Singapore) extends COVID-19 support schemes to help clients stay insured
	18 September 2020	Wawanesa (Canada) expands legal protection partnership to assist and protect homeowners
	17 September 2020	OneFamily (UK) launches Sustainable Climate fund strategy
	16 September 2020	San Cristóbal is in first place in the Argentine Top 5 for mobile services for policyholders
	15 September 2020	HUK-Coburg named the strongest insurance brand in Germany
	14 September 2020	Swiss Re sees positive outlook for reinsurance renewals, further market hardening expected
	14 September 2020	MAIF (France) launches its Socially Responsible Retirement Savings Plan
	11 September 2020	Willis Re measures modest 3% decline in global reinsurance capital in the first half of 2020; COVID-19 “not a capital event”
	11 September 2020	Ecclesiastical (UK) launches fundraising hub to help UK charities raise vital funds
	10 September 2020	Panal Seguros (Paraguay) implements new video technology in the underwriting of motor policies
	9 September 2020	NTUC Income (Singapore) expands its Family Micro-Insurance Scheme
	9 September 2020	Folksam is a co-investor in the Swedish government's first green bond
	9 September 2020	La Vaudoise (Switzerland) is number one in customer satisfaction and best employer
	7 September 2020	New Zealand mutual FMG wins two national awards for most satisfied customers in home and car insurance
	7 September 2020	Securian Financial (USA) signs A4S Net Zero Statement of Support
	4 September 2020	Achmea (Netherland) introduces remote claims handling
	3 September 2020	Global reinsurers maintain equilibrium through COVID-19 turbulence - AM Best
	3 September 2020	American Agricultural Insurance Company (USA) announces new logo and branding
	2 September 2020	R+V (Germany) signs up to the United Nations Principles for Responsible Investment
	2 September 2020	Folksam (Sweden) announces single largest investment ever
	2 September 2020	Wawanesa (Canada) completes digital transformation, bringing entire product suite online
	2 September 2020	Cornish Mutual (UK) pledges 1,000 volunteer hours to help local communities
	26 August 2020	P&V (Belgium) conducts audit of CIC Insurance Group’s first 5-5-5 project year in Kenya
	26 August 2020	Investment Consultant from Achmea (Netherlands) helps CIC Insurance Group review microinsurance distribution channels for Kenyan farmers
	21 August 2020	MAS (New Zealand) will pass back motor vehicle savings to members following reduced motor claims
	19 August 2020	Ecclesiastical (UK) uses its risk expertise to help businesses prepare for the new normal
	18 August 2020	LB Forsikring (Denmark) launches discounted insurance cover for climate-friendly cars
	18 August 2020	The Commonwell (Canada) recognised as an All-Star Carrier by Canadian brokers
	15 August 2020	Strong customer demand for Simplyhealth’s virtual healthcare services app in UK
	14 August 2020	The merger of La Capitale and SSQ Insurance creates the largest mutual insurance company in Canada
	13 August 2020	Thrivent (USA) members generate nearly USD 13 million in financial support to help non-profit organisations during the pandemic
	10 August 2020	Peak Re named Asian Reinsurer of the Year for the fifth consecutive time
	7 August 2020	CoopSeguros signs agreement with the National Confederation of Agricultural Producers in the Dominican Republic
	6 August 2020	ICMIF 5-5-5 DHAN Foundation project reaches over 530,000 people in fight against COVID-19 pandemic in India
	6 August 2020	DEVK (Germany) implements real-time claims fraud detection system
	5 August 2020	San Cristóbal Seguros (Argentina) adds new surety insurance to its portfolio
	5 August 2020	Seguros Múltiples (Puerto Rico) extends Express Service to all motor policyholders
	31 July 2020	AVBOB celebrates Nelson Mandela legacy by contributing to the fight against gender-based violence in South Africa
	30 July 2020	RAC to make one million dollars in funding available for local governments to deliver community-based projects in Western Australia
	29 July 2020	Securian Financial (USA) moves internship programme online to offer 40+ students a meaningful learning experience this summer
	24 July 2020	Vaudoise (Switzerland) launches products and services to complement existing insurance products
	24 July 2020	World Council of Credit Unions announces new Chair at 2020 Annual General Meeting
	23 July 2020	MAIF (France) offers the option of remote working to all its employees
	23 July 2020	La Mobilière (Switzerland) policyholders to receive a share of EUR 175 million surplus fund
	23 July 2020	Sancor Seguros launches Argentina’s first public trust to invest in sci-tech start-ups
	22 July 2020	MAIF (France) publicly announces its official status as a company with a mission
	22 July 2020	San Cristóbal (Argentina) wins industry awards for fraud detection utilising artificial intelligence and digital transformation leadership
	21 July 2020	Japan's Kokumin Kyosai co-op announces results of survey on changes in awareness of “mutual help” during the COVID-19 pandemic: 90.2% respondents agree that society needs such a sense of mutuality
	21 July 2020	The Co-operators in the Top 5 corporate citizens in Canada thanks to impact investing, employee satisfaction and sustainable revenue sources
	19 July 2020	“Thrive with purpose”: Thrivent (USA) launches new brand to reflect its fundamental purpose
	16 July 2020	Desjardins to give a further CAD 100 million back to its Canadian auto insurance clients
	16 July 2020	Unimutual (Australia) launches new open source portal to host shared and collaborative resources for members
	16 July 2020	Seguros Unimed signs up to the Pact for Integrity and Against Corruption in Brazil
	14 July 2020	NTUC Income celebrates 50 years of making insurance accessible, affordable and sustainable in Singapore
	14 July 2020	Trillium Mutual (Canada) announces further donations to support local mental health programmes
	10 July 2020	JCIF voted highest for customer satisfaction in life insurance sector in Japan is now supporting members and society during COVID-19 pandemic
	10 July 2020	EMC Insurance (USA) again recognised as a leader in innovation as it wins two NAMIC awards
	8 July 2020	Seguros Rivadavia (Argentina) launches new range of insurance cover products for bicycles
	7 July 2020	Unipol ranked leader for reputation in the Italian insurance and banking sectors for fourth year
	7 July 2020	On demand rental car insurance launched by LB Forsikring (Denmark)
	3 July 2020	Savings-linked solutions in the Philippines as ICMIF member CLIMBS partners with ILO on impact insurance project
	2 July 2020	ICMIF/Americas launches a Sustainability Working Group with a focus on the UN Sustainable Development Goals
	1 July 2020	The Co-operators provides COVID-19 relief funding to Canadian cooperatives
	26 June 2020	NFU Mutual (UK) supports small business customers with free cyber helpline in partnership with CyberScout
	26 June 2020	San Cristóbal (Argentina) launches ‘Elbow to Elbow’ programme to help suppliers during the COVID-19 pandemic
	25 June 2020	P&V (Belgium) gives its support to the Impactdays platform to help children and young people get through the Covid-19 crisis
	25 June 2020	Three ICMIF members named amongst Canada’s Greenest Employers: The Co-operators, Desjardins and Farm Mutual Re
	24 June 2020	PPS nurturing South Africa’s future professionals
	20 June 2020	Wawanesa (Canada) increases financial support to communities in Canada and United States
	19 June 2020	Ecclesiastical’s Movement for Good awards reveals 93% of UK brokers are likely to donate to charity despite coronavirus uncertainty
	19 June 2020	Achmea publishes research into the climate resilience of homes in the Netherlands
	17 June 2020	The Co-operators increases COVID-19 relief funding for youth mental health programmes in communities across Canada
	17 June 2020	NFU Mutual (UK) partners with CyberScout and Ontrack to introduce personal cyber protection within its bespoke home insurance cover
	16 June 2020	LB Forskikring (Denmark) is ahead of its time in terms of diversity
	15 June 2020	NTUC Income (Singapore) launches SNACK, Singapore’s first bite-sized, stackable insurance
	11 June 2020	SSVMN supports families in the Costa Rican education sector during the pandemic
	11 June 2020	Folksam (Sweden) and PreVet launch a collaboration to help horse owner policyholders ensure increased health for their animals
	11 June 2020	La Mobilière (Switzerland) acquires Buildigo platform to widen range of services for the housing sector
	11 June 2020	EMC (USA) announces additional pandemic relief donations to support community and small businesses
	9 June 2020	Ecclesiastical extends additional cover for UK businesses and provides measures to help them transition out of lockdown
	9 June 2020	Three insurance products from P&V receive Belgian Insurance Trophies
	9 June 2020	Unipol (Italy) invites ICMIF members to attend virtual event on topic of data vision and value
	4 June 2020	Farm Mutual Re announces “Mutual Support” initiative to support local charities and communities across Canada
	3 June 2020	SSVMN recognised as a Praiseworthy Institution by Costa Rican government
	2 June 2020	Folksam (Sweden) moves closer to net zero emissions with new reporting of sustainability data
	1 June 2020	Zenkyoren (Japan) strengthens initiatives to support rural communities in Japan affected by the COVID-19 pandemic
	1 June 2020	NFU Mutual (UK) gives over 600,000 members home breakdown cover during UK lockdown
	29 May 2020	IFFCO’s ‘Break the Corona’ campaign helps Indian farmers keep working despite lockdown
	29 May 2020	OneFamily (UK) introduces fuss teen-friendly tech for child trust fund holders
	29 May 2020	NFU Mutual (UK) responds to escalating isolation crisis in UK with financial support
	28 May 2020	More than 10% of Länsförsäkringar (Sweden) investments now in sustainable bonds
	28 May 2020	Achmea (Netherlands) sees great improvement in its reputation ranking in the Netherlands
	28 May 2020	Seguros Futuro (El Salvador) introduces Covid-19 emergency economic relief strategies to help policyholders
	28 May 2020	Seguros Unimed (Brazil) introduces measures to help members facing the coronavirus pandemic in Brazil
	27 May 2020	EMC (USA) wins prestigious 2020 innovation award
	27 May 2020	Folksam Group (Sweden) invests a further USD 260 million in green bonds to finance climate investment projects
	27 May 2020	Securian Financial (USA) again named to Fortune 500
	26 May 2020	Kyosuiren (Japan) helps its member fishermen in Japan face the impact of COVID-19
	21 May 2020	OneFamily (UK) launches temporary hardship grant for members experiencing financial difficulties due to coronavirus
	20 May 2020	Sancor Seguros (Argentina) launches two products to provide cover related to Covid-19
	20 May 2020	CLIMBS (Philippines) has led campaigns to support hospitals and communities in need in the Philippines due to the Covid-19 crisis
	20 May 2020	Achmea (Netherlands) announces issuance of new senior bond
	15 May 2020	Coopenae (Costa Rica) helps vulnerable people and families affected by the coronavirus
	14 May 2020	LocalTapiola (Finland) introduces a variety of measures to help customers and communities during the COVID-19 crisis
	14 May 2020	Länsförsäkringar (Sweden) funds research study into children's thoughts about coronavirus
	14 May 2020	Seguros Rivadavia (Argentina) donations provide essential medical equipment, facilities and PPE in Argentina
	13 May 2020	The Commonwell Mutual Insurance Group (Canada) is “Paying It Forward” to all members
	13 May 2020	Canadian mutuals respond to help members and communities during COVID-19 pandemic
	13 May 2020	Ecclesiastical Insurance Group (UK) has become the first insurer to sign the C-19 Business Pledge
	12 May 2020	The Co-operators (Canada) donates CAD 200,000 to support Canada's most vulnerable
	12 May 2020	US mutuals step up during COVID-19
	7 May 2020	The Retail Mutual (UK) develops a range of initiatives to support members during COVID-19 pandemic
	7 May 2020	MAS (New Zealand) launches further initiatives to help members in New Zealand face the COVID-19 crisis
	7 May 2020	MAIF (France) repurposes "Share Entraide" platform to help people find assistance across France during pandemic
	6 May 2020	Simplyhealth (UK) supports local and national charities during the Coronavirus pandemic
	6 May 2020	The Co-operators (Canada) introduces a reduced driving refund for member policyholders
	6 May 2020	The San Cristóbal Group (Argentina) adds its support to the "Un Respiro" project for the manufacture of emergency respirators
	5 May 2020	Sygeforsikringen “danmark” (Denmark) to donate USD 15 million to Danish healthcare projects for research and prevention
	2 May 2020	Ecclesiastical (UK) launches new social media guide for brokers to help with their communications during pandemic
	1 May 2020	AVBOB (South Africa) offers funeral care and dignity to members when it matters most
	30 April 2020	German mutuals give back to members through motor premium rebates
	29 April 2020	La Segunda (Argentina): a cooperative response to the coronavirus pandemic for the community and clients
	28 April 2020	Länsförsäkringar (Sweden) makes third investment in social bonds in fight against Covid-19, bringing total investments to USD 120 million
	28 April 2020	Caisse Mutuelle Laïque (Lebanon) vows to stand by members’ side through thick and thin during pandemic
	24 April 2020	Sancor Seguros Group (Argentina) refocuses organisation to help members and community during coronavirus pandemic
	24 April 2020	Philippine mutual microinsurers suspend collection of payments from policyholders to offer relief during COVID-19 pandemic
	24 April 2020	PPS (South Africa) pledges funding to secure PPEs for medical professionals fighting coronavirus
	24 April 2020	How CIC Insurance Group (Kenya) is helping coronavirus relief efforts in Kenya
	21 April 2020	Unipol Group (Italy) initiates extensive range of measures to help members during the coronavirus pandemic
	18 April 2020	NTUC Income (Singapore) launches support schemes for members during COVID-19 pandemic
	18 April 2020	Achmea (Netherlands) launches Neighbourhood Circle mobile platform
	18 April 2020	Mutualité Française (France): the mutualist movement initiates multiple coronavirus initiatives throughout France
	17 April 2020	Regional LocalTapiola company (Finland) has donated EUR 200,000 to significantly increase Finland’s coronavirus testing capacity
	17 April 2020	P&V Group (Belgium) partners with leading clinical psychologist to develop online tool to help mental health impact of lockdown
	16 April 2020	1CISP (Philippines) supports employees and members in the Philippines through COVID 19 pandemic
	16 April 2020	MDA National (Australia) freezes premiums to support Australian medical practitioner members
	16 April 2020	San Cristóbal Seguros (Argentina) helps alleviate pressure on Argentine medical centres
	16 April 2020	Doing the right thing: Shelter Insurance (USA) provides premium relief to auto customers and financial assistance to communities affected by coronavirus
	16 April 2020	Unipol (Italy) to return EUR 300 million in motor premiums to help 10 million customers cope during the Covid-19 emergency
	15 April 2020	CLIMBS (Philippines) steps up efforts to support members, employees and general public in the Philippines during COVID19 pandemic
	15 April 2020	The DHAN Foundation (India) reaches out to low income communities in India to provide support during Coronavirus pandemic
	15 April 2020	SEWA (India) is working to alleviate devastating impact of COVID 19 on informal and migrant workers in India
	9 April 2020	Desjardins General Insurance Group (Canada) announces a discount for motor insurance clients who are driving significantly less due to COVID-19
	9 April 2020	Swedish mutuals Folksam and Länsförsäkringar make further investments in social bonds to support the fight against coronavirus
	9 April 2020	Achmea (Netherlands) enables employees with healthcare qualifications to assist in Netherlands Coronavirus relief
	9 April 2020	IFFCO (India) donates USD 3.2 million to India’s PM CARES Fund and mobilises community action in rural areas to fight against COVID-19
	9 April 2020	Wawanesa Insurance (Canada) donates CAD 100,000 to food banks in Canada and USA
	8 April 2020	Securian Financial (USA) helps nurses in fight against COVID-19
	8 April 2020	Sancor Seguros (Argentina) launches online Call the Doctor medical platform as part of efforts to stop coronavirus spread
	7 April 2020	NFU Mutual announces (UK) GBP 32 million support package for members, their families and communities
	6 April 2020	SANASA (Sri Lanka) announces a million-dollar relief programme for the most vulnerable in Sri Lanka
	6 April 2020	MAIF (France) passes on EUR 100 million in motor claims savings to its member-policyholders during coronavirus containment period
	6 April 2020	LocalTapiola (Finland) donates EUR 1 million to Finnish Red Cross for coronavirus relief
	2 April 2020	R+V (Germany) offers new TeleClinic health service at time of need
	2 April 2020	Rio Uruguay Seguros (Argentina) collaborates with universities to provide personal protective equipment for those caring for coronavirus patients
	2 April 2020	Vaudoise (Switzerland) launches several initiatives to support SMEs, nursing staff and private individuals during the coronavirus pandemic
	1 April 2020	Thrivent (USA) and its members make a difference from afar
	26 March 2020	More than 11,000 Achmea (Netherlands) employees now working from home in order to be there for customers
	26 March 2020	Member-owned businesses key to essential services underpinning Australia’s response to COVID-19 says BCCM
	25 March 2020	The Unipol Group (Italy) donates EUR 20m to help combat the coronavirus emergency in Italy
	25 March 2020	Folksam Group (Sweden) invests SEK 700 million in bond to support the fight against Covid -19
	25 March 2020	Länsförsäkringar (Sweden) invests in social bond to support those affected by Covid-19
	3 March 2020	RAC WA (Australia) partners with The University of Western Australia to trial new multi-mode transport service
	27 February 2020	Folksam CEO Ylva Wessén says opportunities for targeted investments for better road safety are needed
	20 February 2020	Japan Cooperative Insurance Association Incorporated (JCIA) publishes the annual Cooperative Insurance in Japan Fact Book 2019
	19 February 2020	NTUC Income (Singapore) extends COVID-19 protection to over 550,000 individuals in response to evolving outbreak situation
	14 February 2020	RAC’s BetterLabs Ventures expands seed capital fund to AUD 23 million to become largest in Western Australia
	5 February 2020	ICMIF members CARD MBA and KMBA ranked highly in the 2019 Insurance Industry ASEAN Corporate Governance Scorecard Assessment in the Philippines
	30 January 2020	World Cooperative Monitor: new ranking of the largest cooperatives is now available with a focus on SDG 8
	27 January 2020	Royal London (UK) has signed up to the UN-supported Principles for Responsible Investment (PRI) as part of its commitment to being a responsible investor
	17 January 2020	ICMIF members and other mutual institutions in the Philippines rally to help those affected by Taal volcano
	15 January 2020	MAS (New Zealand) has won the Consumer NZ People’s Choice Award for fourth year in a row
	20 December 2019	ICMIF member CLIMBS continues its cooperative education journey in 2019
	12 December 2019	NTUC Income partners with automotive marketplace Carro to launch usage-based motor insurance policy
	23 October 2019	Philippines Insurance Commissioner joins celebration of CARD MBA 20th anniversary
	23 October 2019	Kokumin Kyosai co-op in Japan welcomes new President
	25 September 2019	KASAGANA-KA Mutual Benefit Association, Inc. (KMBA) produced an introductory video for its 13th anniversary and Annual General Meeting
	30 August 2019	Philippine’s Cooperative Alliance for Responsive Endeavor Mutual Benefit Association (CARE MBA), Inc. has newly joined ICMIF/AOA
	29 August 2019	More than half of New Zealand farmers and growers now insure with ICMIF member FMG
	12 July 2019	Japan's Zenrosai launched a new brand “Kokumin Kyosai co-op”
	4 July 2019	ICMIF welcomes Swiss Re as a new Supporting Member
	3 July 2019	Cambridge report indicates mutual microinsurance delivers greater resilience in vulnerable communities recovering from natural disasters
	3 July 2019	MAS and New Zealand Marketing Association announce new partnership
	3 July 2019	RAC WA launches second driverless bus experience in Western Australia
	26 June 2019	NTUC Income launches first integrated proposition for direct purchase of the widest options of life insurance in Singapore with self-serve advisory
	26 June 2019	Securian Financial CFO joins other finance leaders in launch of US chapter of A4S Leadership Network
	26 April 2019	NTUC Income enters strategic partnership to scale innovation in digital insurance
	26 April 2019	The DHAN Foundation now provides mutual microinsurance cover to over 300,000 people from disadvantaged communities in India
	16 April 2019	Swiss member La Mobilière shares CHF 160 million with members
	16 April 2019	The Co-operators introduces fund for Insurtech investment
	15 April 2019	NTUC Income launches Pinfare to safeguard travellers against airfare fluctuations
	8 April 2019	New video explains how the DHAN Foundation’s health microinsurance policy is helping poor communities in India
	5 April 2019	BCCM welcomes landmark changes for Australian mutuals and cooperatives
	5 April 2019	The Folksam Group and World Bank join global call to action on food loss and waste
	25 March 2019	A DHAN Foundation activist is awarded the fourth highest honour in India for microfinance schemes for self-help groups in poor communities
	11 March 2019	Japanese Young Leaders share the benefits of their experiences of the ICMIF Young Leaders Programme
	7 March 2019	Thrivent named one of the world's most ethical companies for the 8th year in a row
	13 February 2019	JCIA publishes annual Cooperative Insurance in Japan Fact Book 2018
	6 February 2019	CLIMBS Institute for Financial Literacy to host a Cooperative Executive Masterclass in the Philippines: February 2019
	6 February 2019	New videos on the website of ICMIF 5-5-5 Mutual Microinsurance Strategy - DHAN Foundation (India)
	29 January 2019	BCCM announces board and chairperson for 2019
	29 January 2019	Dr Aris Alip takes part in opening panel at second InsuResilience Global Partnership Forum
	29 January 2019	Need for microinsurance regulation in Sri Lanka highlighted in new ICMIF and IPS report
	29 January 2019	Länsförsäkringar and The Co-operators join UNEP FI insurer partnership to better understand risk & implement TCFD recommendations
	26 December 2018	AOA members supporting ICMIF 5-5-5 Mutual Microinsurance Strategy
	25 December 2018	China's Public Mutual Insurance Corporation has newly joined ICMIF/AOA
	14 December 2018	Multiple wins for Amãna Takaful at IFFSA Islamic Finance Awards
	14 December 2018	Belgian insurer P&V raises new capital through series of new measures
	13 December 2018	Income launches Singapore’s first “Rainsurance” to protect consumers against surge pricing on ride-hailing platforms
	6 November 2018	BCCM welcomes Australian Treasury consultation on new legislation for mutuals
	5 November 2018	ICMIF and CIC launch new project to cover over 250,000 Kenyan farmers with livestock microinsurance
	5 November 2018	ICMIF member RAC WA unveils Australia’s first on-demand, automated vehicle — the RAC Intellicar
	2 November 2018	RAC WA overtakes the competition for property insurance recommendations in Australia
	12 September 2018	RAC announces new partnership with major arena in Western Australia bringing new benefits for members
	7 September 2018	Maif launch new « Pay when you drive » car insurance for members
	7 September 2018	DHAN Foundation provides mutual microinsurance cover to over 200,000 previously uninsured people in first year of the 5-5-5 Strategy
	7 September 2018	New health programme from NTUC Income rewards members for holistic approach to leading a healthy lifestyle
	6 September 2018	New video highlights benefits for ICMIF members of taking part in Technical Assistance assignments in developing markets
	21 August 2018	Zenkyoren affirms support to the 5-5-5 Strategy in new video interview
	21 August 2018	New insurtech partnership to provide on-demand insurance in Canada
	20 August 2018	NTUC Income ranked overall first in Singapore insurance innovation and digital benchmark
	8 August 2018	NTUC Income to extend flagship development programme for youth-in-need in Singapore
	8 August 2018	German mutual insurer DEVK announces support for ICMIF 5-5-5 Mutual Microinsurance Strategy in the Philippines
	7 March 2018	A new apex organisation for Japanese cooperatives will launch on 1 April 2018
	27 February 2018	DHAN Foundation provides cover to over 100,000 previously uninsured people in India through the ICMIF 5-5-5 Strategy
	21 February 2018	CARD MBA provides relief to over 50,000 members following natural disasters in the Philippines
	20 February 2018	NTUC Income achieves significant milestone in its digital transformation
	20 February 2018	ICMIF member Achmea confirms three new technical assistance assignments to support ICMIF’s 5-5-5 Strategy in India
	19 February 2018	JCIA publishes annual Cooperative Insurance in Japan Fact Book 2017
	8 February 2018	CARD MBA in the Philippines launches new policy to pay claims in under 24 hours
	8 February 2018	NH NongHyup Life recognised for financial innovation in Republic of Korea Finance Awards
	8 February 2018	Unipol Gruppo of Italy confirmed as latest ICMIF member to support the 5-5-5 Mutual Microinsurance Strategy
	8 February 2018	ICMIF members The Co-operators and Länsförsäkringar visit Uplift in India for review of ICMIF’s 5-5-5 Strategy
	8 February 2018	ICMIF member Uplift Mutuals launches new mobile app in India as part of ICMIF 5-5-5 Strategy
	8 February 2018	ICMIF’s 5-5-5 Strategy reaches over 3 million people since its launch in June 2016
	8 February 2018	NTUC Income launches low-cost solution to plug the protection gap of the “sandwiched” generation
	8 February 2018	ICMIF member RAC to trial Australia’s first on-demand automated vehicles
	19 January 2018	Four organizations have newly joined AOA in 2017
	31 July 2017	AMICE/ICMIF Mutual and Cooperative Insurance Communications Seminar in Dublin, Ireland: An AOA member in Japan speaks about the use of cartoon characters in its marketing and promotional work
	23 June 2017	AOA arranges visits to Japanese member organizations
	27 March 2017	New Chair of the International Cooperative and Mutual Insurance Federation (ICMIF), Hilde Vernaillen visited East Asian countries
	15 March 2017	How cute characters are helping Japanese cooperatives engage with their members
	12 January 2017	The Goat Trust has joined AOA from India
	1 November 2016	KMBA, a microinsurance organization in Philippines, has just joined AOA !
	1 October 2016	Japan's three AOA member organizations have interacted with female leaders from Southeast Asia (Tokyo, Japan)
	12 May 2016	AOA gives ASKI MBA, a microinsurance organization in Philippines, a warm welcome !