For years, the actuarial community has recognized the importance of diversity and its compelling business case. However, to be truly successful, insurers must also focus on equity and inclusion, while understanding the underlying reasons for diversity's impact on business and profits. Cultivating an inclusive culture is an ongoing process that requires a substantial investment of time and effort to sustain change. Discuss how to communicate the value of diversity, equity and inclusion throughout your actuarial department and your organization, while clearly connecting it to your company's specific business goals. Common challenges will be explored, as well as considerations for finding a DEI consultant, leveraging passionate employees, and building strategies for long-term success. Attendees will gain a better understanding of how to create a work environment that embraces interdependence and intersectionality, while encouraging equity and opportunity for all.
By attending the session, you will be able to:
- Understand how to make DEI a priority within all levels of your organization.
- Recognize unconscious bias, its impact on decisions, and how to identify when it may be coming into play.
- Ensure your team and organization as a whole are committed to inclusive recruiting efforts and growing a diverse internal talent pipeline.
TRACK: Safeguarding population(s), Cultivating future opportunities