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Introducing SOA Communities

The SOA has evolved how you interact with like-minded peers. Communities are dynamic member-driven spaces that connect thought leaders, lifelong learners, and professionals with shared interests in broader areas of actuarial practice. They provide all SOA members with access to valuable resources, networking opportunities, and industry insights. Community membership is unlimited. As an ASA or FSA member, you can join any number of Communities that align with your area of practice or personal interests—all for free!

To learn more about the evolution to Communities, visit our Communities FAQs.

Watch a recorded Town Hall to hear directly from SOA leaders about the purpose and vision behind this change.

Community Structure

Seven new SOA Communities will integrate and enhance leadership growth opportunities, strenghten subgroup connections, and offer dedicated resources to support engagement and professional growth.

We recognize the global actuarial profession encompasses many specialized areas. In Communities, you have the flexibility to facilitate or take part in discussions on topics or geographical areas that are relevant to your work and personal interests through newly created Subgroups. 

Additionally, all Communities have access to liaisons with the SOA Professional Development Committee and regional committees. Find out more about the Community Governance structure, including new ways for you to volunteer now through elected positions and non-elected volunteer positions.

Community Governance Structure

The Value of Communities

With Communities, you can gain direct access to subject matter expertise and new ways to engage with industry advancements. Communities are designed to be collaborative, cultivating environments where members from diverse backgrounds and professional experiences can come together to share ideas, exchange knowledge, and work towards common goals.

Key Benefits

New non-elected roles create additional pathways for greater involvement, leadership experience and expansion of your professional networks.

Enjoy better knowledge exchange and professional development options through enhanced high-quality resources. Drive subject matter by producing specialized webinars in cutting-edge subjects you resonate with. Discover extended newsletter content, podcasts, topic calls and networking opportunities with like-minded peers.

Engage with a broader range of professionals and gain global industry insights and emerging trends.

Experience a more integrated and inclusive approach to actuarial work through innovation, more member perspectives, and responsiveness to evolving global needs.

Join a Subgroup for focused discussions with peers through interactive topic calls to discuss cutting-edge subjects and gain access to a listserv for asynchronous communications. Discover easier ways to connect with peers and share your expertise through volunteer projects and Community LinkedIn groups.

Community Mapping

Section membership automatically transitioned to relevant Communities, so no action was needed in order to stay engaged with your areas of interest. Find your section to see which Community you are part of.

Find your Community

Explore SOA Communities

Designed to bring actuaries together around shared interests and expertise, each Community offers the ability to exchange ideas and drive collective advancement in the field.

Career Development Community

Connects actuaries with educational resources and leadership development opportunities.

Emerging Topics Community

Focuses on new technologies, predictive analytics, and modeling innovations relevant to the profession.

General Insurance Community

Supports actuaries working in property and casualty insurance, helping them stay informed on industry trends, regulations, and best practices.

Health Community

Supports health actuaries in professional development, leadership, and market relevance.

Investment and Risk Management Community

Integrates investment decision-making and risk management strategies into actuarial work through education and research.

Life and Annuities Community

Shares expertise on life insurance, annuities, financial reporting, and reinsurance, addressing emerging trends and regulatory needs.

Retirement Practice Community

Helps actuaries adapt to industry changes in pensions, social insurance programs, and government health benefits.

Connect With Us

With the full launch of Communities complete, we invite all members to explore the Communities and Subgroups now available and find the areas that best support your interests and professional goals. If you have any questions, please reach out at communites@soa.org.

Communities Town Hall

Our Town Halls, held on March 26 and April 14, 2025, introduced the Communities structure and how it expands opportunities for connection, collaboration, and professional growth. Watch the full recording.

For answers to common questions, visit the Communities FAQs.