18 FEBRUARY 2010
ILO's Microinsurance Innovation Facility Launches Call for Grant Proposals
The International Labour Organization's Microinsurance Innovation Facility launches a new call for grant proposals to encourage insurance providers to experiment with new products and develop strategic partnerships that will bring effective and affordable products to working poor in developing countries.
10 FEBRUARY 2010
MICRA Philippines Conducts Workshop on Microinsurance Product Development
On February 1 to 3, MICRA Philippines in partnership with the RBAP-MABS program and with the support of Mercy Corps’ MAXIS program conducted a product development workshop for microinsurance providers. The training event was held just days after the Insurance Commission launched the new national strategy and regulatory framework on microinsurance.
8 OCTOBER 2009
MICRA Philippines Executive Director Ernesto “Ernie” Gementera Addresses Nation’s Rural Bankers
The 52nd Anniversary Symposium of RBAP (Rural Bankers Association of the Philippines) included a 30-minute presentation by the head of MICRA Philippines, Ernie Gementera. Ernie spoke to an audience of more than 400 leaders of rural banks from all over the country about the current microfinance market, and the ways MICRA helps its clients take advantage of the market’s opportunities and manage its risks.
10 JULY 2009
MICRA Philippines Convenes Roundtable Discussion of Experts Around Microinsurance
Most of the world thinks “microcredit” when they hear “microfinance.” But poor families need a full range of financial services, ones that can help them manage risks as well as take advantage of opportunities. Microinsurance is one of the most important, but least available, financial service offering.
03 FEBRUARY 2009
MICRA Philippines Launch Event: First Roundtable Discussion with Key Microfinance Stakeholders
As part of its official launch activities upon formal incorporation, MICRA Philippines convened a roundtable discussion on February 3, 2009 for all key microfinance stakeholders to identify the core issues currently confronting the sector in the Philippines as well as future trends, opportunities, and possible directions.
