Black insurance professionals recently raised $70,000 in three minutes to support scholarships for Black students. The miraculous occurrence occurred during the 2024 National African American Insurance Association’s (NAAIA) National Conference in New Orleans, held September 17th – 19th. During the gala, NAAIA Foundation Board Chair, Kenneth Branch, and Ethan Zagore,…...
Investing in the Future: NAAIA Foundation and J.L. Tillman Empower Black Students in Insurance and Financial Services
The future isn’t free, we must invest in it. The NAAIA Foundation is doing just that, providing philanthropic support through a range of programs that create successful pathways for African Americans in Insurance and Financial Services. The J.L. Tillman Endowed Scholarship Fund is but one such program. It highlights the…...
College Students of Color: Overcoming Racial Disparities
In the pursuit of higher education, students of color encounter a myriad of challenges that stem from deeply ingrained racial disparities within academic institutions. These challenges are particularly pronounced in predominantly white institutions (PWIs), where students of color often find themselves navigating an environment that lacks cultural representation and systemic…...
How the Insurance Industry is Changing in 2024
Nearly every industry has been impacted by inflation and other economic challenges this decade. In 2024, the insurance industry will continue to undergo shifts that directly affect careers for insurance professionals. Higher premiums are inevitable due to rising costs that impact supply chains. Here’s a look at the insurance industry landscape for…...
Giving Back to Underserved Communities This Holiday Season
The holiday season is not just a time for festive cheer but an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on underserved communities. As you plan your celebrations, consider the impactful ways you can contribute to underserved communities, as well as minority groups and people of color. Let’s explore three avenues…...
Bridging the Gap: Higher Education in Underserved Communities
As we all know, access to higher education is crucial for personal and societal growth. That said, a glaring disparity persists between underserved communities and their more privileged counterparts. Recent studies have shed light on this issue, revealing that students from underserved populations are less inclined to pursue education beyond…...
Racial Inequities in Housing: What can Additional Funding do?
Racial disparities in housing have deep historical roots in the United States. In nearly every state, people of color have lower homeownership rates than white households. The fact that homes in predominantly Black neighborhoods are valued at almost $50,000 less than those in primarily White communities only serves to exacerbate…...