18TH UIA ASSOCIATIONS ROUND TABLE EUROPE 2024

About UIA and UIA Roundtables
The Union of International Associations (UIA) is a research institute and documentation centre, based in Brussels. Non-profit, apolitical, independent, and non-governmental in nature, UIA has been a pioneer in the research, monitoring, and provision of information on international organizations, international associations and their global challenges since 1907.
The UIA Round Tables provide an opportunity to learn through networking and through practice, to meet other international associations and share experience and knowledge to help you run your organization better.
UIA Roundtable in Florence: ‘It’s Up to Us’, the Key Theme At the heart of the UIA Round Table Europe 2024 in Florence is the powerful message: ‘It’s Up to Us’. This theme will resonate before, during, and after the event, shaping conversations around the responsibilities we all hold in creating meaningful change. The discussions will span across all perspectives, including associations, PCOs (Professional Congress Organizers), convention bureaus, and venues.
Connecting to Global Goals A central focus will be the alignment of the event’s theme with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the EU Agenda 2030. Throughout the event, this connection will be clearly articulated, ensuring that the message flows seamlessly through the communication, programming, and onsite activities. The emphasis will be on how we, collectively, can contribute to these global goals.
Taking Action, Together The message, 'It’s Up to Us,' highlights that real change happens when we come together, connect, and take concrete steps. Associations play a pivotal role in this transformation, acting as the glue that binds sectors, communities, and individuals. With the power to influence political decisions and drive social progress, associations are uniquely positioned to turn vision into action.
At UIA Round Table Europe 2024, the focus will be on the tangible actions that can be taken to foster positive change - because the future is in our hands. Let’s harness this opportunity to collaborate and make a difference!