AC Forum member meet-ups are intended to enhance member networking, peer-to-peer exchange, and active personal engagement, with the objective of strengthening the bond between members and encouraging more individuals from more member organisations to become more actively involved in what AC Forum does. Members are invited to organise local social events or meet-ups for staff of member associations in their area, with some funding provided by AC Forum.

AC Forum will provide some funding towards one event in each location per year. The budget is not intended to fund the events entirely, but to be a contribution towards each one.

It is recognised that there are clusters of member organisations in some cities / areas and for the pilot initiative in 2025, members in five city hubs – Amsterdam, Brussels, Geneva, London, and Vienna – are invited to organise a meet-up between themselves, with local AC Forum colleagues.

Find more information in the guidelines.

The member meet-up in Geneva took place on 3o October. Representatives of four member associations, EASL, ERS, EUROSPINE, and ICN, met for an inspiring morning coffee networking event. It was a great start into the day and a great opportunity to meet and catch up with peers in the association industry and discuss topics relevant to participants’ daily work. The is already making plans for next year’s meet-up and the opportunity to connect across societies.

Many thanks to Jana Lugthart, Patricia Pochelon, and Italo Goyzueta for organising the event.

The member meet-up in London took place on 3 July. The relaxed networking event was attended by representatives of ADI and ISUOG. Unfortunately on the day, some other member associations had to withdraw, but the event went ahead with a warm, sociable atmosphere. The smaller group size allowed for deeper, more informal conversations, and attendees valued the opportunity to step away from their day-to-day roles and engage with peers in a relaxed environment.

Many thanks to Amrita Chahal and Allegra Roccato for organising the event.

The member meet-up in Vienna took place on 14 May. The event was a great success, with representatives of four member associations – CIRSE, EAN, EANM, and UEG. Participants expressed high satisfaction and generally appreciated the opportunity to engage with each other. There is definitely an interest in more events of this kind in the future!

Many thanks to Julia Mayer and Andrea Csismazia for organising the event.