The WONCA Europe new Executive Board held its first online meeting on October 6th, reviewing and approving the minutes from the September EB and Council meetings.
Updates included recent international activities, preparations for upcoming WONCA Europe webinars and WHO meetings, and coordination of EU-granted projects.
Financial matters focused on funding requests and network bank accounts, while discussions around the European Journal of General Practice covered publishing charges, waivers, and strategies to support research and peer review.
Administrative planning for future conferences in Paris 2026 and Ljubljana 2027 was addressed, alongside ongoing advocacy efforts for the recognition of Family Medicine as a specialty.
Communications, including the newsletter and social media presence, were highlighted, with emphasis on wider dissemination and transparency.
Other business included guidance on endorsement requests and access to shared resources.
The next face to face EB meeting is scheduled for January 2026 in Paris.