In celebration of Black History Month, the CIA, International Association of Black Actuaries, Casualty Actuarial Society and Society of Actuaries are proud to collaborate and provide resources and insights that support Black actuaries and promote diversity in the profession.
Explore the resources, engage with the community and contribute to meaningful change in the actuarial field.
Resources from the International Association of Black Actuaries (IABA):
1. Strengthen your career with IABA’s Career Center
IABA provides access to job boards and career resources for its members, connecting actuaries with employment opportunities. The Career Center is frequently updated with actuarial positions across different sectors and countries.
2. Unlock opportunities with the 2025 IABA Boot Camp
The IABA Boot Camp is an immersive, hands-on program designed to provide aspiring actuaries with the tools, skills and knowledge to succeed in the actuarial profession. With expert-led sessions and interactive learning, participants gain valuable insights into the actuarial exam pathway, actuarial work and industry trends. It’s an excellent opportunity to network with peers and industry leaders while strengthening your career path.
Check out the 2025 IABA Boot Camp
3. Empower your future with IABA scholarships
IABA offers scholarships for undergraduate and graduate students pursuing actuarial careers. These scholarships help pay tuition fees and educational expenses.
4. Build a more inclusive actuarial profession through allyship
This resource provides valuable insights and actionable steps for those looking to support diversity and inclusion within the actuarial profession. Allyship offers guidance on how to be an effective ally, build inclusive environments and contribute to a more equitable future for all actuaries.
Explore IABA’s allyship resources
5. Support Black-owned businesses
Afrobiz is a directory of Black-owned businesses across Canada, connecting professionals with entrepreneurs and organizations in various industries. Use this resource to build meaningful connections, support Black-owned businesses and explore networking opportunities within the broader business community.
Resources from the CIA:
1. Incorporating DEI into Actuarial Practice
As actuaries, we may wonder how we can incorporate a DEI (diversity, equity and inclusion) program into our organizations. In this podcast episode, FCIA Max Bazile, experienced in DEI ventures with his employer, a large firm, shares some challenges and opportunities the company faced.
2. Implementing DEI Strategies in Actuarial Workplaces
This podcast episode discusses how organizations that employ actuaries can achieve goals in DEI strategies, and how actuaries can do their part. Rosemarie Davis and FCIA Katrina Lee-Kwen share how corporate culture and practices shaped DEI implementation at their respective organizations.
3. CIA-ASNA Inclusive Culture Scholarship
This annual scholarship – awarded to students who have made significant contributions to advancing diversity and inclusion in the actuarial profession – is offered in collaboration with the Actuarial Students’ National Association (ASNA).
Learn about CIA DEI scholarships
4. The CIA’s DEI commitment
Discover how the CIA fosters an inclusive and diverse environment within the actuarial profession. Learn about our DEI initiatives and how they aim to create opportunities for underrepresented groups.
Read more about CIA DEI efforts
Resources from the Casualty Actuarial Society (CAS):
1. CAS reflects on Black History Month
Hear from CAS members as they share their perspectives on Black History Month and DEI at the CAS. Read about pioneering CAS Fellows, some of the first Black actuaries to become CAS members.
Explore barriers to entry to the actuarial profession as identified in 2018 research co-commissioned by the IABA, SOA, CAS and the Actuarial Foundation, and see how we’re working to unlock diversity in the actuarial profession.
2. Spotlight on diversity infographics
Explore the demographics of CAS’s worldwide membership over time. CAS is working to encourage more people from underrepresented groups to pursue the actuarial profession.
View the CAS spotlight on diversity infographics
3. Research Paper Series on Race and Insurance Pricing
The CAS Research Paper Series on Race and Insurance Pricing was created by the CAS to help guide the insurance industry toward proactive, quantitative solutions to address racial bias in insurance pricing. The series explores different aspects of bias in insurance pricing and considers historical foundations and forward-looking solutions for quantifying and addressing bias.
With these papers, the CAS aims to create discussion about bias across all areas of insurance pricing and operations, and to encourage actuaries to participate in conversations with other stakeholders on the matter.
Access the CAS Research Paper Series on Race and Insurance Pricing
Resources from the Society of Actuaries (SOA):
Tools to advance DEI in the actuarial profession
The SOA’s DEI toolkit offers a collection of resources designed to help actuaries integrate DEI principles into their workplaces and professional interactions. From research and case studies to actionable strategies, the toolkit provides valuable insights to foster inclusivity in the actuarial field.
