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The only Certainty about the Future is the Fact that the Future is Uncertain

Dr. Luis Vera Pedro

Since its inception, BONWS Seguros S.A. has been adding value by providing financial peace of mind as well as stability to its clients and ensuring that the financial consequences of their risks are handled. more[...] login_required

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A Promise of Security

MD. Moniruzzaman Khan
Green Delta Insurance Co. Ltd.

Although CSR has become a part of operations for a growing number of firms in Bangladesh, Green Delta Insurance Company has taken it a step further through its innovative approach. What started with the launch of the Ami Achi (“I’m here”) campaign on December 16, 2016, is now being developed into a full-scale philanthropic movement. Aligning with the Principles of the United Nations Global Compact as well as the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), Ami Achi aims to better the lives of people living below the poverty line while especially focusing on underprivileged children. Sadly, more often than not, these people are ignored, when in reality they need the most attention and care. This groundbreaking innovation of Green Delta plans to change that by working for unfortunate people and providing them with the help and guidance they deserve as human beings. more[...] login_required

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Khan, Moniruzzaman

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A Pioneer for Women's Economic Security

Green Delta Insurance Co. Ltd.

Bangladesh is a developing country in which women comprise more than 52 percent of the total population as well as the fastest-growing segment of the workforce. There exists a nexus between gender equality and economic growth. An example is Nibedita, which is the first comprehensive insurance scheme for women in South Asia. more[...]

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Green Delta’s Strategic CSR Initiative for Human Rights and Road Safety

Syed Najmus Saquib, Green Delta Insurance
Green Delta Insurance Co. Ltd.

Green Delta Insurance Company Limited has been practicing CSR effectively since the inception of the company. Over the years the organization has put more focus on strategic CSR and has been strictly and consistently following the Ten Principles established by the United Nations Global Compact. This year Green Delta launched a few innovative CSR projects aligning with human rights principles as well as some philanthropic issues. more[...]

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Unlocking Possibilities: A Step Toward Building Resourceful Citizens

Yashna Islam, Green Delta Insurance
Syed Najmus Saquib, Green Delta Insurance
Green Delta Insurance Co. Ltd.

It is noteworthy how, in the past few years, Bangladesh has seen rapid progress in many sectors, which was unthinkable even a decade ago. Bangladesh is showing consistent growth every year. We are being viewed as “The Next Asian Tiger” worldwide. Among all the positive news, the absence of human rights in many cases is hindering our development as a nation. Women and children as well as poverty-stricken people are always the most deprived ones when it comes to human rights. more[...]

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Saquib, Syed Najmus

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Islam, Yashna

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Building Awareness and Going the Extra Mile: Human Rights in Focus

Green Delta Insurance Co. Ltd.

As the foremost non-life insurance brand of Bangladesh, Green Delta Insurance has many responsibilities to fulfill when it comes to CSR. Participating in activities for the betterment of our environment, Human Rights, culture, sports, and society in general has been a prominently visible trait of the company. The history concerning CSR at Green Delta Insurance goes back years – to a time before CSR became the catch-all concept it is today. more[...]

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CSR Reporting of European Banks and Insurance Companies still Needs Improvement

Novethic analysed the reporting of 31 European banks and insurance companies in four areas of CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility): environmental, social and governance issues and their products and services. The study examines how the financial sector has reacted to the questions it has raised since the crisis. The companies surveyed provide detailed reporting on their social policy or their direct environmental impacts, but information is sparse on sensitive governance issues such as executive compensation or tax havens. more[...] login_required

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Can the climate be insured?

Climate cannot be insured. But some of its impacts can be, even in the case of the poor, who will suffer the most from the effects of global warming. Insurance against natural hazards is a risky business, and not always viable, particularly in the case of low-cost insurance aimed at impoverished people. But it can work. more[...] login_required

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Haque, Syed Tousif

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Green Delta Reaches the 26th Year of Its Journey in the Insurance Sector

Syed Tousif Haque, Green Delta Insurance
Green Delta Insurance Co. Ltd.

In January 2012, Green Delta Insurance Company Ltd. (GDIC) celebrated its 26th anniversary after being incorporated on December 14, 1985, as a public limited company. The actual operation of the company began on January 1, 1986. At that time, the company only had capital of Bangladeshi Taka (BDT) 30 million. Green Delta Insurance Company Ltd. now holds about BDT 510.3 million more[...] login_required

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Promoting Inclusion of the Population

Editorial Team

Since its founding in 1943, Bradesco’s operations have been grounded in its commitment to Brazil’s development, and for that reason, sustainability is not new to Bradesco Bank. Issues such as community development and social inclusion have always been part of the organization’s day-to-day business. more[...] login_required

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Promoting Inclusion of the Population

Eduardo Dantas, Bradesco

Since its founding in 1943, Bradesco’s operations have been grounded in its commitment to Brazil’s development, and for that reason, sustainability is not new to Bradesco Bank. Issues such as community development and social inclusion have always been part of the organization’s day-to-day business. more[...]

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