Quick recap

WFTGA discussed various topics including moderation, towels, and the challenges faced due to the involvement of three area reps. The meeting also covered the progress and future plans of the World Federation of Tourist Guide Associations (WFTGA), including the first in-person meeting in Cyprus, the end of Marian's term as an area representative, and the action plan for 2025. The importance of language and training for members in different regions was also emphasized, with a focus on the need for training courses in Spanish for the Americas and online training in English for members in Asia.

Next steps

• Area Representatives to continue organizing regular open forums and webinars for member engagement.
• Maricar to write a letter thanking Marian for his 15 years of service as his term is ending.
• Training Committee to develop online training courses in multiple languages, with emphasis on Spanish for Latin America and English for Asia.
• James to collect short video invitations from representatives in various languages to promote the "Journeys" event.
• Maricar to include information about the August 5th meeting between Area Representatives and the Training Committee in the revised executive summary.
• Hussein Deghan to act as liaison between Area Representatives and the Training Committee to streamline communication.
• Executive Board to develop a long-term strategic vision and roadmap for the next 2-3 years.
• Executive Board to review and define the future role of Area Representatives in alignment with the new strategic vision.

Summary

WFTGA Discussion on Moderation and Towels

WFTGA expressed some initial confusion but then proceeded to discuss various topics, including moderation and towels. The meeting also included greetings and casual conversations among the participants. However, the specific content of these discussions was not clearly outlined in the transcript.

WFTGA Meeting Moderation and Challenges

In the meeting, WFTGA discussed the process of moderating and the challenges faced due to the involvement of three area reps. WFTGA also mentioned a potential issue with the presentation to the board, which was to be delivered by Maricar. There was a discussion about the need for a room for the area reps and the possibility of using a laptop for the meeting. WFTGA also mentioned a conversation with Mark and the need for a positive approach in the presentation. Lastly, Maricar expressed her gratitude for the support and participation of the team members in the meeting.

WFTGA Progress and Future Plans

The meeting was about the progress and future plans of the World Federation of Tourist Guide Associations (WFTGA). WFTGA members discussed their first in-person meeting in Cyprus, which was held to acknowledge the International Training Center and the Cyprus Guide Association for their support. They also discussed their plans for the future, including a webinar for Europe and a special podcast to interview guides in areas of conflict and war. The meeting also covered the area representatives' meetings, the vision board created to outline objectives, and the SOAR analysis conducted for Africa, Asia, and the Americas. The team also discussed the end of Marian's term as an area representative and the possibility of renewing the terms of other representatives. The action plan for 2025 was also discussed, which includes expanding online training opportunities, strengthening multilingual support, engaging members through virtual forums, and highlighting stories of resilience and innovation from guides worldwide.

Enhancing Webinar Engagement and Content

Davoud presented a comprehensive analysis of the webinars held for African and American tourist guides. He highlighted the importance of real-time interaction and feedback from members, suggesting the implementation of regular open forums for continuous engagement. He also emphasized the need for a structured feedback loop to understand and address member needs, and proposed the development of specialized content to enhance membership value. Davoud suggested that these strategies could significantly enhance membership engagement and align with the broader strategic goals of the organization. Maricar and WFTGA added that the feedback from the African webinar indicated a need for more smartphone-friendly and offline-ready content. Davoud also mentioned the idea of an app to address this issue.

Language Training for Regional Members

The meeting focused on the importance of language and training for members in different regions. Davoud and Maricar highlighted the need for training courses in Spanish for the Americas, as many members prefer to deal with Spanish documents. Khalid and Davoud agreed that online training courses are essential for members in Asia, and Faisal Razu emphasized the need for training in English for members in India and Bangladesh. The team also discussed the challenges faced by members in India and Bangladesh due to political unrest and the need for alternative income sources. The consensus was that online training in English would be beneficial for members in these regions.

European Webinar and Journeys Event

Faisal Razou expressed gratitude and requested the President to loop in a vital matter. Maricar discussed the upcoming European webinar and the positive responses from members to the open forums. WFTGA requested taped invitations for the Journeys event, emphasizing the time sensitivity. WFTGA also praised the executive summary and the new position of Hussein Degan as a liaison. Maricar agreed to include this in a revised summary and to check with Hussein about a meeting in August. WFTGA highlighted the shift in the association's structure, emphasizing the importance of volunteers and the need for a bigger vision. The conversation ended with a group photo and a discussion about extending the vision for the next 2-3 years.

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