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LET'S WELCOME TWO NEW ASSOCIATIONS

By MARC GERMESHAUSEN, CEE Chairman 2021-2022

GROWING OUR MOVEMENT is always one of our major topics within our movement. When it comes to chartering new associations, it is a milestone for the core team, the region, and Round Table International. Our region's last charter was already three years ago – 2019 with RT Moldova.

This year we have the unique possibility to charter two Associations with RT Czech Republic – Prague 1 and RT Albania – Tirana 1. Some years back, Tablers tried to re-charter Prague and to bring Round Table back to the Czech Republic.

Mads Thorsdal, a member of RT Denmark, moved some months ago to Prague and started a small gathering for business reasons with a bunch of young men. From the beginning, he was convinced to establish a Round Table club in his new hometown. When we heard the first time about them gathering in October 2021, we saw that they are already very far along in their endeavours. In December, I had the honour to visit them and discuss the next steps. Within the RTI Board, we gave them the status of "inaugurated" due to their work done to date, so we can charter them in the Summer of 2022. With a wonderful program, entertainment, and huge motivation, they are inviting us all for their great moment: The re-charter of Round Table Prague 1. We are grateful that RT Denmark will be their mother Association and support the new club within our movement.

At the end of October last year, 100 Tablers celebrated the inauguration of Round Table Tirana 1. It was a milestone for the prospects who are now ready to get chartered. With the support from RT Luxembourg, they will soon be our latest Member. Join us as we celebrate the charter of Round Table Albania! Explore scenic Kruja, take a stroll on the beautiful beaches of Durres, and enjoy delicious food, drink, music and of course great company as you shake hands with old friends you just met. From 8-10 of July, we will gather to welcome our newest Association with RTI. RT Albania is offering a wonderful pre-tour. If you would like to explore the country, people and culture, enrol now for this experience.

Participating in a charter is a very unique experience. Being part of the start of an Association and living and experiencing the spirit of a new table and Association is something we cannot face every year.

We as a region are very proud and thankful for both clubs and the effort every individual put into making this happen. Let's give them all the support we as tablers can provide to bring them to higher heights as we are #StrongerTogether.

See you soon at the charter

Yours in table

Marc Germeshausen

ceechairman@round-table.org