ISSA Podcast : Social Security Voices

International Social Security Association

Țara Elveția

Genuri Government

Limba EN

Episoade 8

Ultimul 04.06.2026

The podcast from the International Social Security Association (ISSA) shares insights from the global world of social security through interviews with leaders from ISSA member organizations. It highlights the institutional role of social security for people and societies. Topics include family allowances, unemployment benefits, pensions, health care, workplace accident and illness prevention, and issues such as governance, coverage, innovation, and financing.

Episoade

Social security trends in the Americas 04.06.2026 23min

Shea McClanahan, Technical Specialist in Social Security and Mariano Brener, Regional Coordinator for the Americas outline trends for social security in this region and how institutions are reinventing themselves to address current challenges.
Why has Vision Zero been such a success? 15.04.2026 19min

Bernd Treichel, Senior Technical Specialist on Social Security and Prevention at the International Social Security Association (ISSA), outlines the success stories of Vision Zero, the global strategy for safety, health and well-being at work, which builds on 7 Golden Rules that provide a clear and simple framework for all stakeholders.
The importance of social security for women and girls 17.03.2026 37min

Shahra Razavi, Director of Universal Social Protection Department, International Labour Organization (ILO) outlines the importance of universal social protection and the need for gender-responsive social security.Conversation with Anne Kokeri, Member Engagement Officer and Shea McClanahan, Technical Specialist in Social Security, ISSA.
The future of prevention and the role of new technologies 03.02.2026 17min

Fabrizio D'Ascenzo, President of the National Institute for Insurance against Accidents at Work in Italy discusses the importance of prevention for all stakeholders, the success that has been achieved in Italy and explores the role of new technology in improving prevention strategies.
Effective communication strategies to strengthen social security 06.01.2026 21min

Patrick Ayota, Managing Director of Uganda’s National Social Security Fund (NSSF), shares strategies for effective communication that strengthen social security and drive societal impact, including lessons from the award-winning “HI-Innovator Women Accelerator Program” video.
What are the challenges for social security in a small island nation? 02.12.2025 24min

Tami Francis, Director of The National Insurance Board in The Bahamas discusses how to deliver social security in a small island nation. Delivering social protection in a nation of over 700 islands is a great responsibility and a unique challenge.
How to manage a high-profile social security institution 03.11.2025 29min

Hans-Christian Holte, Director General of the Norwegian Labour and Welfare Administration (Nav), draws on his extensive leadership experience to share valuable insights. He reflects on navigating the challenges of the Covid-19 pandemic, discusses his deliberate choice to take an active and visible role in public discourse, and outlines Nav’s strategy to become an attractive employer – including the decision to insource IT development talent. Get in touch with the ISSA via the ISSA website: www.issa.int
How to achieve universal health coverage 03.11.2025 16min

Ali Ghufron Mukti, President Director of BPJS Kesehatan, discusses how Indonesia was able to achieve universal health coverage in just 10 years. This is a remarkable achievement given the large population of over 280 million people, living on over 6,000 islands. He also explores the ongoing challenges of meeting the needs of a large population when budgets are not unlimited.The song referenced in the podcast can be found here: https://youtu.be/D6Ur5Q1obVI?si=Ygey5XFIgR6slVb8 Get in touch with the ISSA via the ISSA website: www.issa.int