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EVENT REPORT In November 2022, the European Union (EU) adopted a new law mandating gender balance on corporate boards, setting ambitious targets for equality in gender representation. To meet these goals, the private sector has already begun to reshape its governance structures. This shift is reflected in Associations, where diversity in their governance tends to go hand-in-hand with the diversity in their membership. This means that the imperative for diverse and inclusive g

EVENT REPORT On November 8, 2024, ESAE hosted an engaging webinar focused on workplace inclusion, with expert speakers exploring how Associations can foster inclusivity at every level. While our community has extensively discussed Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) in terms of gender balance, this session shed light on other crucial aspects of the acronym that have not received as much attention. It provided a unique opportunity to clarify the terms of DEI and explore acti

EVENT REPORT This whitepaper draws on the ESAE roundtable “Efficiently Managing Leadership Transitions”, organised by ESAE in collaboration with Kadrant and Mavence EU, on October 8 2025. The panel was moderated by Giulia Mauri, founder and partner at Kadrant and it included the following speakers: Ulrich Adam, Director General of Orgalim, James Watson, Director General of Eurometaux, and Anna Koj, Managing Director of Mavence EU. The roundtable was very well attended and par

EVENT REPORT In today’s dynamic environment, Associations are expected to deliver increasingly diverse and complex services despite limited internal capacity. Outsourcing, whether to consultants, freelancers, or agencies, can offer the flexibility and expertise needed to meet member expectations and achieve strategic goals. However, deciding what to outsource, when, and to whom is not straightforward. This joint webinar by ESAE and AC Forum explored how different Association

The Women Leaders in Paediatric Oncology (WLPO) Network, an initiative of the International Society of Paediatric Oncology (SIOP), is a global leadership development platform established in 2022 to promote, support, and strengthen female leadership across all disciplines of paediatric oncology. Although the field is predominantly female in workforce composition, women remain significantly underrepresented in top leadership roles. The WLPO Network directly addresses this gap b

In this article, Kadrant Law explains the key changes introduced by Book 6 of the new Belgian Civil Code and how the reform of extra-contractual liability affects association directors. The analysis outlines the end of directors’ “quasi-immunity”, the introduction of concurrent liability, and the practical steps boards should consider to mitigate risk.

Giulia Mauri, in this article for Boardroom Magazine, examines the critical considerations associations must address to develop an effective and strategically sound CEO succession plan.

This paper by Oliver Mathieu from Lausanne Capitale Olympique explores how Associations can contribute to bigger societal responsibilities.

This article from EY Law Belgium sheds light on a key but often misunderstood provision in Belgian law: the use of written procedures for decision-making in (international) non-profit Associations.

A case study by ESSKA: in 2018, recognizing the underrepresentation of women in orthopaedics, ESSKA launched the Women in ESSKA (WiE) initiative.

In this article, Dr. Ágota Szabó draws on her research and experience to explore how Associations can move from traditional, relationship-based board selection to a more strategic, competency- and values-driven approach.

Associations are elevating attendee engagement by offering CPD credits for ePoster interactions.

Key findings on AI in the Association events sector are presented by The Hague & Partners Convention Bureau and Ottawa Tourism,

In this article published by our partners at Boardroom Magazine, Martin Sirk explores how Associations can draw inspiration from sports.

This article highlights motivations and challenges faced by young volunteers in Associations and strategies for volunteer management.

A recent ruling from the European COurt of Justice challenges the common belief that Associations are exempt from VAT obligations.

Learn how asset managers promote justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion in investments, and tackle DEI challenges.

Discover how an association can develop and implement a gender policy with tangible results.

In today's fast-paced work environment, prioritizing employee well-being is essential, especially within Associations where employees...

The Belgian legislator has recently ended the transitional period for non-profit organizations (NPOs) to comply with the Companies and...