South Asian Network of Actuaries (SANA) was created for attracting South Asian talent into actuarial career path, and for the upliftment of South Asian actuaries. It was noticed that actuaries of South Asian background were underrepresented when compared to the world population and US population of South Asian descent. Amongst South Asians, there are quite a few who attend college dreaming to be an engineer, doctor, or computer programmer. However, the percentage of actuarial aspirants is significantly lower. This was the call to action the organisation answered and resulting in the formation of SANA.

​Actuaries are in demand, and it requires a tremendous amount of discipline and dedication to be a fully credentialed actuary. SANA’s goal is to help you attain this distinction and make the actuarial profession better by bringing in diverse perspectives.

SANA’s mission is to establish a strong network of current and aspiring South Asian actuaries worldwide and provide professional advancement opportunities, early actuarial education support, and broader community upliftment.

SANA supports the actuarial profession by helping diversify the profession and making it more inclusive. SANA, like other affinity organizations, provides a voice to the under-represented groups in the industry. SANA also raises awareness about the actuarial profession, with an aim to increase the flow of candidates who aspire to become actuaries and bring fresh perspective. Ultimately, greater diversity in the actuarial profession will help the insurance industry grow and reach untapped markets.

The organisations answers questions for students and career changers.

Do you excel in math? Do you enjoy problem solving and are searching for a career where you can apply those skills? Does a career with life-long learning excite you? Have you considered the actuarial career path? Did you say ‘who/what is an Actuary? SANA can answer any questions you may have about the profession.

Reaching out to actuarial professionals of South-Asian origin

SANA is not just for attracting fresh talent into the actuarial profession. Its goal is to also enhance and uplift those who are already in the actuarial profession. It aims to build a community of actuaries from all backgrounds and career levels who can help each other progress. SANA aims to provide networking opportunities, mentorship, and other career enhancing services to its members and allies.

SANA supports their members by providing the following:

• Networking opportunities (in-person and virtual)
• Mentorship opportunities
• Guidance on exams
• Exam Sponsorship
• Interview and Resume workshops

It aims for a global presence. Currently, there are members and volunteers in the USA, Canada, UK, the UAE, India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Malaysia, Indonesia, and New Zealand. For Indian actuaries and students aspiring for a global career, SANA is a platform for guidance, exposure and knowledge.

The Society of Actuaries is a leading sponsor for SANA and continues to work in partnership with them for global growth for actuaries of South Asian origin.