Society of Actuaries Releases Full-Year 2024 Diversity Report

August 6, 2025, Chicago, IL — The Society of Actuaries (SOA) has released its updated 2024 Diversity Report, now including data from January through December 2024, offering a full-year view of demographic trends across membership. This report continues the SOA’s commitment to advancing a more diverse and inclusive actuarial profession by tracking, measuring, and transparently communicating progress in key areas.

The SOA remains dedicated to ensuring all members and candidates experience equitable opportunities for entry, development, and leadership within the profession. The Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee (DEIC) partners with SOA leadership and staff to support underrepresented communities, foster inclusive volunteer and leadership pathways, and promote research that serves both the profession and society at large.

“Inclusion is a continuous investment in the future of our profession,” said Greg Heidrich, CEO of the Society of Actuaries. “The updated 2024 Diversity Report reflects not only where we are, but where we’re committed to going—ensuring that every actuary can thrive, lead and succeed in their field.”

Since 2015, the SOA has collected voluntarily submitted demographic data on race, ethnicity, and gender from its candidates and members, including those pursuing or holding ASA or FSA designations. This year’s report includes:

• U.S. and global membership demographics
• U.S. demographics of new members and new candidates entering the examination pathway
• Volunteer and leadership participation trends
• A newly added appendix detailing the percentage of U.S. members and candidates who self-identified as Black, Hispanic, Native American, and/or Asian—including those who selected multiple identities

The SOA invites its members and candidates to review the report and contribute to its continued accuracy by updating their demographic information within their membership profiles.

For more information, visit the SOA’s diversity and inclusion programs page. Join us in our ongoing commitment to creating a profession where diverse backgrounds and perspectives are valued and an inclusive culture is experienced by all.

About the Society of Actuaries

With roots dating back to 1889, the Society of Actuaries (SOA) is the world’s largest actuarial professional organization, with more than 34,000 actuaries as members. Through research and education, the SOA’s mission is to advance actuarial knowledge and enhance actuaries’ ability to provide expert advice and relevant solutions for financial, business, and societal challenges. The SOA’s vision is for actuaries to be the leading professionals in measuring and managing risk. To learn more, visit soa.org.