Education & Capacity Building
Advancing knowledge for the next generation.
Developing and delivering training programmes for actuaries, risk managers, analysts and fintech professionals to build global expertise and career pathways
Global Finance Association (GFA) QRAFT
Our Mission
GFA QRAFT is an independent, international, not-for-profit association that unites professionals, researchers, and organisations across quantitative finance, actuarial science, risk management, analytics, fintech, and sustainable investment.
Our mission is to advance education, research, and collaboration that build a smarter, more responsible global financial system — one grounded in integrity, innovation, and impact.
We connect people and ideas to create knowledge-driven solutions for a sustainable financial future.
COMMITTEE
Education, Certification & Validation
Empowering Professionals through Knowledge.
Leads educational initiatives, certification programmes, and validation of actuarial, risk management, and fintech models — ensuring quality and global recognition.
COMMITTEE
Strategy & Mission Oversight
Aligning Vision with Global Impact.
Shapes the Association’s strategic direction, monitors mission alignment, and develops sustainable projects that strengthen global collaboration and the QRAFT community.
COMMITTEE
Partnerships & External Relations
Connecting Institutions and Ideas.
Builds alliances with universities, professional bodies, regulators, and industry partners — promoting cross-sector cooperation and joint initiatives under the QRAFT framework.
COMMITTEE
Budget &
Audit
Ensuring Transparency and Accountability.
Oversees the Association’s financial integrity, budget execution, and audit compliance - ensuring responsible governance and transparent reporting across all programmes.
COMMITTEE
Initiatives&
Projects
Driving Innovation and Global Collaboration.
Coordinates grants, research projects, and innovation labs under the QRAFT framework — connecting experts and partners to deliver measurable results.
COMMITTEE
Pension Sustainability
Assessing Long-Term Commitments for Future Stability.
Focuses on actuarial and economic evaluation of long-term pension and social security obligations.
Develops collaborative projects with the International Social Security Association (ISSA) to support governments and institutions in designing sustainable social protection systems.
Our Initiatives
Research & Innovation
From ideas to real impact.
Supporting applied research, data-driven projects and development of analytical tools that strengthen decision-making and resilience in finance and insurance.
Regulatory Frameworks & Professional Standards
Translating complexity into clarity.
Facilitating professional dialogue on IFRS 17, Solvency II and other regulatory frameworks through expert groups, analytics, and practice-oriented education.
Technology & Artificial Intelligence
Innovating with purpose.
Creating and promoting IT and AI-based solutions for automation, modelling, auditing and data analytics to improve accuracy and transparency in finance.
Social Impact & Inclusion
Finance that works for everyone.
Implementing initiatives that support micro-enterprises, education access and social finance, promoting inclusion and sustainable economic growth
Global Partnerships & Congresses
Connecting ideas, experts and regions.
Building strategic alliances and hosting the Eurasian QRAFT Congress, uniting regulators, professionals and academic leaders to foster international cooperation.
Education & Professional Development
Building Knowledge. Empowering Experts.
Advancing education and training in actuarial science, risk management, data analytics, and quantitative finance — helping professionals and young specialists strengthen expertise and shape their careers.
IFRS 17 & Solvency II Practice
Bridging Regulation and Real-World Expertise.
Professional consultations, analytics, and workshops on IFRS 17 and Solvency II. Bringing together experts and practitioners to exchange experience, analyse case studies, and enhance implementation quality.
IT & AI Solutions
Innovating for Precision and Efficiency.
Developing and promoting IT and AI-based tools for automation, accurate data analytics, forecasting, and audit modelling — empowering organisations with smart financial technologies.
14
Jan, 2026
Financial and Actuarial Analytics
Six-month online professional course combining theory and practice in quantitative analysis, actuarial modelling, and financial data interpretation.
Online
6 months
20
Feb, 2026
Quantitative Analysis and Emerging Technologies Forum
International expert meeting dedicated to the latest advances in quantitative finance, AI-based modelling, and data-driven decision-making tools.
Sydney,
Australia
1 day
01
Apr, 2026
Solvency II Training & Practical Workshop
Comprehensive educational programme focused on Solvency II implementation, best practices, and case analysis for insurance professionals.
Online /
Hybrid
1 month
16
Sep, 2026
4th Eurasian QRAFT Congress
The flagship international event of GFA QRAFT bringing together actuaries, risk managers, regulators, and fintech experts to discuss global trends in finance, insurance, and sustainability.
Almaty,
Kazakhstan
2 day
CRM-форма появится здесь
CRM-форма появится здесь