Will you win an Award for Actuarial Research in Asia Pacific?

We are delighted to launch new awards for university students studying in Asia Pacific in partnership with global reinsurer SCOR.?

These prizes promote the development of actuarial science, encourage research in this field, and contribute to the improvement of risk knowledge and management.

Rewarding and celebrating excellence in actuarial science is a core objective of the IFoA Foundation, whose mission is to give support and opportunities to actuaries and future actuaries from all backgrounds.

If you are graduating from an actuarial science programme in 2023, 2024, or 2025 and your university is in Singapore, Malaysia, Mainland China, Hong Kong, India, Japan, South Korea, Taiwan or Australia you are eligible to enter.

Find out more at SCOR's website.

Congratulations Mahidhara Davangere South Asia Scholars 2024

15 aspiring actuaries studying at IAQS Mumbai, North Maharashtra University, Bishop Heber College, Christ University, Amity University and the University of Colombo. have been awarded Scholarships to support their journey towards IFoA qualification.?

All students demonstrated excellent academic performance, a commitment to the profession and a need for financial support to complete their studies.??

These scholarships are named in memory of our dear late friend, Mahidhara Davangere, one of the most active volunteers in the global profession. We hope the awards give these promising individuals a confidence boost, motivation to follow Mahidhara's example as well as alleviating financial pressures.?

Congratulations:

A. B. Tharunshankar, Bishop Heber College

A. Kanishka Shree, Bishop Heber College

B. Sathish, Bishop Heber College

Baladhandayuthabani Palaniyandi, IAQs

Benoy David, Christ University

Bhoomi Batra, IAQS

Het Ghelani, IAQs

Jigyasa Ranve, North Maharashtra University

Josage Yasiru Lakshitha Perera, University of Colombo

Lettitia Jose, Christ University

Prachi Nikam, North Maharashtra University

Prisha Goyal, Amity University

R. Yogeshwari, Bishop Heber College

Rahul Rohilla, Amity University

V. Ruth, Bishop Heber College

Thank you Matt Saker

Matt Saker is Immediate Past President of the IFoA and one of our supporters, who recently gave a generous personal gift to our Social Impact Fund.

Here, he explains why he donates to the IFoA Foundation:

Impact Report 2023

Want to discover how we are enabling promising individuals worldwide to fulfil their potential, regardless of their background??

Read our Impact Report and find out about international scholarship programmes, global group mentoring and projects to encourage tomorrow's mathematicians.?

You'll also see how actuaries are giving back together and volunteering with projects, making invaluable connections with the next generation.??

Hundreds more talented and determined young people need support to pursue their dreams and access the profession.?

Read the impact report and find out how YOU can get involved.?Download here.

A gift in your will is an investment in the future

The IFoA Foundation is an independent charity—that's why we need your support.

While the IFoA contributes to our running costs, all charitable activities are funded by donations from members and supporters of the profession like you.

Including a gift to the IFoA Foundation in your Will is an amazing way to leave a lasting legacy to the future profession.?We are honoured to be entrusted with bequests and gifts from estates and will ensure they are used wisely to increase positive social impact.

Gifts in wills don't need to be large. Even a small percentage of your estate, left as a gift, can make a big difference.

IFoA Foundation Team news

This newsletter usually comes from Holly Atkinson and I but Holly has moved on to a new role in a new industry. We are sad to see her go but wish her all the best for the future and thank her for investing such energy, enthusiasm and dedication in our mission and for the support she gave to our donors, volunteers and beneficiaries.

Please feel free to contact me about any Foundation matters from now on: [email protected]?

Best wishes, Lindsey

Lindsey Berthoud, IFoA Foundation Director