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Hello Members!

Dear colleagues from around the globe,
The AGM in Vancouver is now a wonderful
memory. The conference was impeccably
organized and took place in one of Canada’s
finest hotels. Participants enjoyed themselves
immensely and benefited from a series of
engaging seminars.

The boat cruise, in particular, will be a lasting VICE PRESIDENT
memory for all who attended. However, it’s
important to note that an event can only
be as good as the people who attend it. We
were fortunate to have such a remarkable
group of friends and colleagues from all over
the world join us. It was truly a gathering of
outstanding individuals, and this made the
event all the more special.

As we bid farewell to the festive season, with
our New Year’s cards reaching hopefully
their intended destinations, we look ahead to
the challenges and opportunities that 2024
holds. Looking further ahead, I can hardly contain my excitement for the upcoming AGM in
Kuala Lumpur. I’m already convinced that it will be an exceptionally engaging event.
The WAD’s Midterm Meeting, scheduled
for April 11-14, 2024, in Panama, is quickly In summary, 2024 promises a great deal of joy and exciting opportunities from
approaching. Perhaps some of you will WAD’s perspective. I eagerly anticipate the new year and the chance to meet as
take the opportunity to visit our new 3rd many of you as possible at one of our upcoming occasions and conferences.
VP, Juan Giraldo, in Colombia, who is just a Warm regards,
short distance away. We anticipate further
exciting events on the horizon, including
our next Ambassadors Dinner. This time, we
may expand the group and include other
Area Governors and their ambassadors and Philip Ryffel
friends. Details will be announced shortly
before the meeting and organized on-site, as 2nd Vice President
always.

Remember not only to say the right thing in the right place,

but far more difficult still, to leave unsaid the

wrong thing at the tempting moment.

Benjamin Franklin

Benjamin Franklin was a man no doubt well-versed in conflict resolution. The quote above deals with conflict
resolution by reminding us that resolution includes being cautious about saying the wrong thing out of frustration.

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