5th International Microinsurance Conference

From 3 to 5 November 2009, the 5th International Microinsurance Conference took place in Dakar, Senegal. Over 300 experts from around the world exchanged experiences and discussed the challenges of microinsurance. >more

Fourth Summer Academy - Tipping points in humanitarian crises

From 26 July to 01 August 2009, 20 young scientists from 13 countries and international experts examined the interaction between climate change and humanitarian crises. >more

Dialogue forums 2009/2010: "World in flux - the forgotten billions" - Register now! 

The state of the world economy dominates the public debate. Important issues such as the growing levels of poverty and sustainable development are pushed to the sidelines. In the upcoming dialogue forums, we will highlight these global challenges and discuss possible solutions. >more

Expert Workshop on Climate Change, Environment, and Migration on 23 and 24 July 2009

Gradual and sudden environmental changes can result in substantial human displacement and migration.  The Munich Re Foundation, together with IOM, UNU, and UNEP, invited experts to Munich to enter into dialogue. >more