In support of both the expat community and educational initiatives, Clements' 2012 EYS contest awards a combined scholarship prize of $10,000 to six expatriate students. This year, Clements challenges expat students to submit a photograph with accompanying short essay that captures a 'calculated' risk they were inspired to take during their experience as an expat.
Expat students between 13 and 18 years old are encouraged to participate! The contest will be conducted through the official EYS Facebook page: facebook.com/expatyouth. In order for students to enter as contestants for the scholarships, or for relatives, teachers or friends to join in as voters to select the winners, it is necessary to click on the "Like" button on the EYS Facebook page. The page will then become your go-to resource for contest guidelines, ongoing updates and final vote results."
The deadline for contest submissions is June 10th (11:59pm EST).
Modern Day Piracy: The $12 Billion Threat on the Open Seas
Organizations requiring global transit of goods most likely rely on maritime transport, an essential component for international trade. According to the International Maritime Organization, "marine shipping serves more than 90% of global trade by carrying huge quantities of cargo cost-effectively and cleanly." While marine shipping may be the most cost-effective and energy-efficient method for international transportation of goods, just how risky is maritime transit? International insurer, Clements Worldwide, provides an overview of key industry insights that every risk manager must know about maritime security in the face of modern day piracy.
Clements Worldwide Leads Special Risks Roundtable in Dubai
Last month, Clements Worldwide's AVP of Programs and Special Risks, Smita Malik, contributed compelling case study examples on how to protect cross-border shipments with the right transit and cargo coverage, while addressing unique insurance issues for high-risk countries such as Afghanistan and Iraq, at a major industry roundtable. Coinciding with the ninth annual Dubai International Humanitarian Aid & Development (DIHAD) conference, the roundtable attracted more than 40 leaders and decision-makers from several of the world's most prominent international development companies. Those in attendance represented organizations from an extensive range of industries, including international security, fleet management, shipping and freight, distribution logistics, and reconstruction.
New Upgrades to GlobalCare® Improve International Health Coverage at
No Extra Cost
As of April 1st, Clements' GlobalCare health program has been upgraded to include new international health program enhancements with no increases in premium. GlobalCare is now part of a major PPO Network, which offers direct access to one of the largest health provider networks in the world. This major new addition means that Clements' GlobalCare customers now have access to more than 700,000 health care providers in the United States alone. Additionally, GlobalCare features streamlined payment administration, enabling contracted providers to bill directly. As a result, clients can enjoy the benefit of reduced initial expenses.
To learn more about GlobalCare, Clements' international health insurance program, contact Melinda Hodge at +1.202.872.0060 mhodge@clements.com
or visit clements.com
Upcoming Conferences
To stay closely connected with our valued clients and partners, Clements Worldwide will be attending the following events:
American in Britain Forum
London, UK
May 9, 2012
Aid & International Development ForumWashington, DC USA
June 6 and 7, 2012
InsideNGO Annual Conference
Washington, DC USA
July 31 to August 2, 2012
