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In times of escalating climate risks and global inequality, sustainable solutions and effective risk management are more vital than ever. Around the world, communities, institutions, and individuals are stepping up with innovative approaches to build resilience and promote long-term change.
This issue highlights inspiring examples of action: from indigenous youth leading disaster preparedness efforts in Bolivia to community-driven early warning systems in Honduras. We also reflect on insights shared at major international forums, including the Africa Regional Conference on Inclusive Insurance and the Global Platform for Disaster Risk Reduction.
At the heart of each story lies a common thread – the power of inclusive, locally grounded strategies to reduce risk and foster sustainable development. Whether through insurance access, education, or grassroots innovation, these efforts show how knowledge can be turned into meaningful impact.
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RISK Award 2025 – Indigenous youth leading climate resilience efforts in Bolivia After a rigorous selection process with over 500 proposals submitted, ChildFund Bolivia has been named the winner of the RISK Award 2025. Aligned with this year’s theme, “Children and Youths as Agents of Change for Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR)”, the winning project focuses on strengthening disaster preparedness in schools across the Chiquitano Indigenous Territory in Bolivia’s Amazon lowlands.
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‘Strong Roots, Strong Women’: Fighting rising floodwaters In our climate change adaptation project in Vietnam, we are showing how local communities are tackling climate change at various levels. We evaluated the initial progress of the project during a field trip. > more |
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Boosting insurance access across Africa through inclusion The 10th Africa Regional Conference on Inclusive Insurance highlighted strategies to enhance the reach and sustainability of inclusive insurance. Ahead of the event, Alaa Al-Zoheiry, Chairman of IFE, emphasized: “Africa stands at a critical juncture. With its rapidly growing population, diverse economies, and mounting financial challenges, there’s an urgent need for innovative solutions to widen insurance access across the continent.” > more |
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RAIN Leadership Academy: 19 bold innovations advancing resilience across East Africa True leadership today goes beyond charisma – it requires courage, self-awareness, and a strong commitment to resilience. In April, 19 shortlisted innovators from the third RAIN Challenge, organised by GRP and supported by Munich Re Foundation, gathered in Nairobi to explore how leadership can drive sustainable agricultural solutions. These entrepreneurs are turning ideas into resilient, investment-ready businesses that strengthen East Africa’s future. > more |
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Dialogue Forum: From knowledge to action – Driving societal transformation For 20 years, the Munich Re Foundation has stood by its motto “From Knowledge to Action”. In today’s world of crises and change, this principle is more relevant than ever. What are the key barriers to translating insight into tangible impact? Panelists at our anniversary Dialogue Forum explored how to turn ideas into sustainable societal change. > more |
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Inclusion, gender equality and innovation: pillars of sustainable risk reduction The 2025 Global Platform for Disaster Risk Reduction, held by UNDRR in Geneva, was themed “Every day counts – Act for resilience today”. We fully support this call to action. At an official side event, we and our partners highlighted the critical role of mid-sized, community-driven DRR initiatives. > more |
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International Conference on Inclusive Insurance 2025 – Save the date!
The International Conference on Inclusive Insurance 2025 will take place from 13-17 October 2025 in Quito, Ecuador. Experts from 50+ countries will discuss and identify ways of accelerating growth and economic viability in inclusive insurance for emerging markets. The conference will be hosted by the Federación Ecuatoriana de Empresas de Seguros (FEDESEG), the Junta de Política y Regulación Financiera (JPRF), the Superintendencia de Compañías, Valores y Seguros in cooperation with Munich Re Foundation and the Microinsurance Network. > more
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International Conference on Inclusive Insurance 2024 – Report
This report provides a comprehensive summary of the International Conference on Inclusive Insurance 2024, held in Kathmandu, Nepal, from 21–25 October. It includes insights from all panel sessions and workshops.
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Into Action – Inclusive early warning and response systems in Honduras
In early 2024, we began a partnership with GOAL, a respected Irish organisation working on climate resilience globally. Together, we supported the development of an integrated early warning and response system against floods and landslides in Honduras.
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Best project proposals 2025 – Children and youths as agents of change for DRR
With over 500 proposals submitted from across the globe, this year’s RISK Award call revealed outstanding ideas for youth-driven disaster risk reduction. From education to advocacy, eight exceptional projects have been selected for this publication that highlight the critical role young people play in creating safer, more resilient communities.
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Renate Bleich, Managing Director
Dirk Reinhard, Deputy Managing Director
Chair of the board of trustees
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