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Association Management in the 2020's: Decade of Action

Posted on: The 2010s were marked by major crises with significant consequences for politics, citizens, and businesses, but the adaptability required then pales in comparison to what the 2020s have demanded so far. Since 2020, we have experienced more external changes than would typically occur in an entire decade.

Association Management in the 2010s: From Crisis to Crisis

Posted on: The second decade of the new millennium was defined by economic and political crises. Following the 2008–2009 credit crisis came the Souvereign debt crisis, which strained trust in the euro and the European Union.

Association Management in the 2000's: A Tumultuous Start to the New Millennium

Posted on: The year 2000 was eagerly anticipated, partly due to concerns about the Millennium Bug. While 'Y2K' turned out to be much ado about nothing, the transition to the 21st century was anything but calm. It was not 1 January 2000, but 11 September 2001 (9/11) that became the defining moment of the era. The 'War on Terror' in Afghanistan and Iraq had long-lasting geopolitical consequences.

Association Management the 1990s: The Century Closes Without Borders

Posted on: The optimistic worldview that closed the 1980s continued into the 1990s. Within Europe, the European Single Market was completed in 1992, along with the signing of the Maastricht Treaty. Both were centred on market integration and the partial relinquishment of national sovereignty by member states. The reunification of Germany not only boosted unity within the country but also reinforced a sense of interconnectedness across Europe.

Astrid Lejeune celebrates 25 years as Secretary General of Afera

Posted on: A highlight moment during the Afera 2024 Annual Conference in Thessaloniki was the surprise celebration of Astrid’s 25th anniversary of dedicated service to the industry. Afera President Evert Smit honoured Astrid with a heartfelt speech.

Association Management the 1980s: The end of History

Posted on: Following the turbulent 1970s, awareness of the international context of events continued to grow in the 1980s. The European Community had already expanded in 1973 with three new member states (the United Kingdom, Ireland, and Denmark), and in 1981, Greece joined, followed by Spain and Portugal in 1986, raising the total membership to 12.

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