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.
MICRA Philippines brought together a group of experts, including microinsurance pioneer Michael McCord, to explore the current state of microinsurance availability and consider expansion strategies.
Click here to download Michael McCord’s presentation.
The MICRA Philippines Microinsurance Roundtable was well attended by representatives of the various sectors – regulators, mutual benefit associations, commercial insurance providers, NGOs, rural and commercial bankers and international donors who contributed ideas – and critiques – throughout the discussion.
Click here to download a synthesis of the discussion’s highlights.
