Inaugural General Meeting
2026-03-15 10:00 - 18:00 UTC
Purpose of the Meeting
The Inaugural General Meeting will:

Formally establish the Association as a scholarly, non-profit body
Confirm the mission, aims, and basic structure of the Association
Elect the first office bearers and Executive Board
Approve key decisions needed for registration, membership, and future activities

Proposed Agenda
The draft agenda for the IGM is as follows:

Welcome and opening remarks

Introduction by the Interim President
Brief overview of the origins and aims of the Association

Presentation of the mission and objectives

Mission statement and core values
Scope of work: research, education, publications, and networking

Adoption of the Constitution / Articles of Association

Presentation of the proposed governing document
Discussion and approval, with any minor amendments as agreed

Membership framework

Presentation of proposed membership categories (Full, Student, Institutional, etc.)
Outline of membership rights and responsibilities
Presentation (and, if possible, approval) of the proposed fee structure

Election of office bearers and Executive Board

Presentation of the proposed structure of the Executive Board
Nominations and brief introductions of candidates (where appropriate)
Election of:

President
Vice-President(s)
Secretary and/or Assistant Secretary
Treasurer
Other Executive Board members / committee chairs as agreed

Registration and financial arrangements

Resolution to proceed with legal registration of the Association
Authorisation to open bank accounts in the name of the Association
Appointment of authorised signatories and, where relevant, auditors or advisors

Initial programme of activities

Discussion of priorities for the first 1–2 years
Proposals for:

Academic meetings (congresses, workshops, webinars)
Publication and communication strategies
Working groups (e.g. regional networks, student and early-career forum)

Any other business

Additional matters raised by members with the permission of the Chair

Closing remarks

Summary of key decisions
Next steps and timelines
Invitation to participate in committees and working groups
