WFTGA and Kapi discussed the loud music in their Zoom meeting, with WFTGA using a headset to ensure they could hear each other. Kapi mentioned having a sick dog and a trip to Saudi Arabia, while WFTGA shared their busy schedule and a trip to Machu Picchu. They also briefly mentioned a potential meeting with someone from the Cusco Association.

In the meeting, WFTGA discussed the issue of transferring funds out of the country and proposed a solution of bringing cash to pay the bill directly online. Sonya agreed to send WFTGA the payment link and WFTGA planned to get in touch with the president of the organization to collect the money. The team also discussed their personal updates, with Kapi preparing for a trip to Saudi Arabia, Sonya mentioning the changing seasons, and Viola planning to attend the Interpret Europe Conference. The action items from the previous meeting were reviewed, including setting up meetings for each portfolio, discussing membership approvals, and submitting the Erasmus project. The team also discussed the bidding documents and the possibility of Sarah attending the Imx Frankfurt event.

The team discussed the cultural card issue, considering extending its validity by a year and sending a letter to members. They also explored the possibility of using the Diplomasafe platform to issue digital cards, which would be a quick and inexpensive solution. The team agreed to have a meeting with the Diplomasafe co-founder to discuss further details. They also discussed the need to decide on parameters such as how to introduce the digital cards to members and whether to issue one per association or per person. The team also discussed the potential benefits of having direct contact details of the tourist guides.

Sebastian proposes forming a working group to discuss and find a solution for an unspecified issue. Sonya, Ivana, James, and Sebastian agree to be part of this group. Sonya will set up a meeting with Kim and the four of them within the next two weeks. Sebastian also discusses the need for technical assistance, suggesting hiring two students from Washington University to help with website updates and other tasks. The group agrees to have a budget meeting to reconsider allocations for this year. Kapi is leading a discussion on updating the constitution, with a focus on changing the fee structure and potentially the membership structure. The group plans to have two versions of the constitution ready - one with minor changes for a virtual assembly and another with major changes for the Japan convention. A meeting to discuss the constitution is scheduled for April 24th at 7 PM European time.

The board discusses changes to their meeting structure, focusing on quarterly meetings for associations rather than general board meetings. They plan to start a new format on April 28th at 1 PM, targeting association board members and delegates to gather feedback on their needs. The board also plans the next newsletter, which will include summaries of the Trainer Convention, International Tourist Guide Day, and updates on the upcoming convention in Japan. Sebastian expresses frustration with the slow progress of convention planning, citing organizational challenges and a personal situation affecting a key organizer. The board schedules a meeting to discuss bidding documents for future conventions.

The board discusses the application from the Turkish Cypriot Association to become full members of WFTGA. They acknowledge the political complexity, as Northern Cyprus is not internationally recognized. The board agrees to respond to the applicants, stating that they can only be considered as part of Cyprus, not as an independent entity. They propose organizing a meeting between the Cyprus Association, the Northern Cyprus applicants, and WFTGA to discuss the application and guide training standards. Sebastian suggests this approach could help shift focus from political issues to professional standards for guides.

Sebastian and AGIC discuss the procedure for arranging a meeting with an association, emphasizing the need for discretion to avoid potential misinterpretation as official recognition. AGIC then presents five potential new area representatives and asks if the board trusts her and Maricar to make selections. The board members express their trust in AGIC and Maricar's judgment. Sebastian shares his recent conversation with Marika, who expressed interest in continuing to support the association. The group also discusses training matters, with Viola providing an update on recorded sessions for Luxembourg City tourist office. Ivana mentions an email from Peter at UNESCO regarding a potential meeting, and Sebastian agrees to follow up.

Ivana informs the group about a fully hosted session with ICA in Istanbul in June, for which WFTGA can now apply due to a rule change. She also mentions UN Tourism affiliate member elections, prompting a discussion about WFTGA's potential involvement. Sebastian suggests that Ivana should prepare a proposal, including cost estimates, for the board to consider. The group then discusses the need to increase membership fees significantly in the future to expand their budget. Sonya reports a decrease in paid-up members, leading to a conversation about improving offerings for affiliates and updating the website.