The Insurance Commission of The Bahamas (ICB) participated in the Central Bank of The Bahamas’ Get Money Smart Financial Literacy Student Seminar 2026, an initiative aimed at increasing financial awareness and strengthening money management skills, amongst 11-12th graders from both the private and public education sector.
The seminar welcomed students from schools across The Bahamas, providing an important platform for early engagement in financial education.
As part of the programme, Danielle Roberts, Senior Communication and Consumer Awareness Analyst at the Insurance Commission of The Bahamas, delivered a presentation on Risk Mitigation and the Importance of Insurance. Her presentation focused on the role insurance plays in protecting individuals, families, and businesses from financial loss caused by unforeseen events, while supporting stability and long-term financial planning.
The presentation also highlighted the insurance industry as a stable and essential pillar of the Bahamian economy. As part of the wider financial services sector, the industry makes a significant contribution to national economic growth and provides a broad range of sustainable career opportunities. Students were encouraged to view insurance not only as a financial protection tool, but also as a dynamic field offering careers in areas such as underwriting, claims, compliance, actuarial science, risk management, communications, technology, and regulation.
Ms. Roberts further explained the role of the Insurance Commission of The Bahamas as the regulator of the insurance industry, responsible for ensuring that insurers operate in a safe, sound, and fair manner. By maintaining strong regulatory standards, the Commission works to protect policyholders, promote consumer confidence, and safeguard the long-term stability of the insurance sector.
The Insurance Commission of The Bahamas remains committed to engaging and educating the younger generation through continued participation in financial literacy initiatives. By fostering early
understanding of insurance and highlighting the opportunities within the industry, the Commission
supports the development of a financially informed populace and a strong pipeline of future
professionals for the insurance sector.
