MIoD is proud to announce that we have signed up to the Statement for COP26 regarding Climate Change with the Climate Governance Initiative (CGI).
“We welcome the fact that growing numbers of directors around the world have understood the gravity of the climate crisis and have committed to taking a leadership role in improving climate governance on their boards. We represent an important new wave of climate champions who have significant influence, and we are ready to step up to accelerate the pace of change needed to deliver a net-zero economy in our lifetime.” – Karina Litvak, Chairman, Climate Governance Initiative
If you are a board director, you have an opportunity to play a part in the global response to the climate emergency.
Today, the Climate Governance Initiative has released a statement highlighting the critical role of board directors in the transition to a net-zero future. The CGI is building a global community of climate-conscious directors and has an overall network exceeding 100,000 individuals. Find the statement here: https://climate-governance.org/cop26-statement/
At the Myanmar Institute of Directors, we are proud to be a part of this network and support this important statement ahead of COP26. Find the press release here https://climate-governance.org/cop26-statement-press-release/.
If you are a non-executive director, join your local Chapter to develop the skills and knowledge needed to make climate a boardroom priority. You can see the full list of global Chapters on the CGI’s website: https://climate-governance.org/
The MIoD recently upgraded our logo to include a new tagline that reflects the strategic outcomes we aim to achieve as an organization.
- Stronger Governance
- Stronger Institutions
- Stronger Myanmar
These three components of strategic outcomes signify that MIoD exists to strengthen Myanmar.
𝑭𝒊𝒏𝒅 𝒐𝒖𝒕 𝒎𝒐𝒓𝒆 𝒂𝒃𝒐𝒖𝒕 𝒖𝒔 𝒂𝒕 https://bit.ly/2X8V2Zy
Dear esteemed MIoD Community,
We are happy to introduce you to our updated membership brochure with new and exciting membership types and improved benefits as follows:
- Certified Membership
- Professional Membership
- Associate Membership
- Corporate Membership
We are also delighted to offer multi-year membership discounts as 15% off annual fees for 3-year and 25% off annual fees for 5-year for those wishing to pay in advance for convenience.
Please click on the following link for more information about MIoD membership and please share with those in your network who are qualified to join the MIoD.
MIoD Membership Information: http://myanmariod.com/en/membership/
Find out more about us at http://myanmariod.com/about-us/.
The MIoD is here to help you and your company with your corporate governance and directorship journey. Please reach out to us anytime at +95 9 400 151 412, +95 9 400 151 419 and info@myanmariod.com.
The MIoD’s second Annual General Meeting 2021 was held on 23rd September 2021. Given the COVID-19 guidelines this years’ AGM was held electronically by live-stream on Zoom in the interests of safety for our fellow members.
The meeting was led by U Thura Ko Ko, who was appointed as the AGM Chair, followed by Daw Thiri Thant Mon, CEO of MIoD, who presented the CEO’s Annual Report, and the Auditors reviewed the Audit Statement. There were 6 resolutions voted by the member at the AGM and by proxy forms, which appointed new directors, re-appointed the current auditors of the MIoD until the next AGM and updated the Constitution to introduce new term limits for board members and form a new Advisory Council. All resolutions were passed…
Dear MIoD Community,
I wrote to you nine days ago reiterating my belief that what we do at the MIoD strengthens Myanmar and that we will endeavour to continue providing normal programming for our community. My belief in our mission remains stronger than ever. It is only with a strong, well-run private sector that we can create good jobs, equal opportunities and be competitive on the global stage.
Postponed programming: After much deliberation, we are revising our initial intention and will temporarily suspend all our programmes. As such, in addition to the previous postponement of the residential Director Certification Programme announced for 23-25 February, we will now also be postponing the online Finance for Directors course planned for 17-18 February. New dates will be announced once they are determined and registered participants will also be contacted individually. We do apologise to all of you and thank you in advance for your understanding.
Office closure: The MIoD office will be closed for a week between 15-19 February and the office will respond to emails upon our return on 22 February. For any urgent issues, please call (+95) 9 400 151 412 and (+95) 9 400 151 419. I can be reached directly at thirithantmon@myanmariod.com at any time should you have concerns and suggestions.
These are challenging times for our country. My wishes for all of you to stay safe and for our country to have a brighter future.
Sincerely yours,
Thiri Thant Mon
Chief Executive Officer
Dear MIoD Community,
I hope this finds you safe and well. The MIoD exists to strengthen corporate governance in Myanmar and to support boards and board directors. We believe that the strength of our country is greatly enhanced by a strong private sector, strong governance, and strong institutions.
We will endeavour our upmost to provide normal programming and support for our members and the wider community and country in the coming days and months. Most of the offering will stay online at present.
We hope to see you at the following events and courses taking place this month.
Joint Session on Corporate Governance: MIoD and IMCC
5th February 2021 (3:00 pm – 4:30 pm)
This joint session hosted by the India Myanmar Chamber of Commerce and the Myanmar Institute of Directors and will feature speakers from Allen & Gledhill Myanmar and PwC Myanmar. The webinar will provide an overview of corporate governance in Myanmar, developments in the Myanmar legal and regulatory environment that impact company directors and MIoD programmes and activities to support directors. (This is a members-only event)
Registration Link: https://bit.ly/3ceU1UK
17th – 18th February 2021 (9:00 am – 5:00 pm)
Finance for Directors course is a two-day online course which is aimed towards board directors who do not have a financial background and will cover the following topics:
- The director’s role and responsibilities in financial governance and reporting
- The life cycle of business financing, including diverse sources of company finances and their advantages and disadvantages.
- How to interpret financial statements, including how to analyse business/financial information and use of ratios.
- Governance of external financial reporting, including standards and practices.
- Director’s checklist: key questions that each director should ask and how to spot red flags.
Registration Link: https://bit.ly/2Njy2BT
We will be postponing the residential Director Certification Programme announced for 23-25 Feb to a later date with our apologies for any inconvenience caused.
The role of the board and board directors is more important than ever, and we encourage you to stay engaged with the community and share knowledge, learning and a network of support.
The MIoD board, the team, and I are here to support you and would welcome any suggestions to keep improving our offering to you.
Best wishes,
Thiri Thant Mon
Chief Executive Officer