Enjoy the reading of this newsflash, intended for all Kiwanis members in Europe.

A NEW, YOUNG MOVEMENT IS EMERGING

Under the leadership of Tasha Del Percio as Chair (KC E-Space Mittelland / Switzerland), KI-E has launched a new project group: the young, dynamic, and pragmatic Visionary Leadership Team. Its mission? Rejuvenation! And to raise awareness of Kiwanis among young target groups aged 18 to 25.

Performance driven, they currently consist of 13 Kiwanis members from all over Europe and have already successfully tackled their first task: setting up a TikTok editorial team with the aim of regularly providing European districts with content for this young and dynamic social media channel. A first “kick-off video” is planned for January 2026.

To this visionary team, rejuvenation isn’t a feature or an option, but a firm decision to succeed and to make Kiwanis attractive again to younger generations.  

Are you under 30 and interested in joining the Visionary Leadership Team to set new standards together? Then sign up here! And to everyone else: stay tuned! 

GREEN STEPS FOR A BRIGHT FUTURE

The Green Steps for a Bright Future project is a European Service launched by KI-E for the 2025-2026 biennium under the presidency of Elio Garozzo. The main objective is to unify all Kiwanis clubs in Europe under a simple but impactful mission: Sustainability.

The project is designed to be zero-cost high-impact, simple to implement, engaging for children and families, scalable from small communities to large cities, and visible both online and in public.

This project aims to achieve the following key goals:

• Empower children to become guardians of the environment.
• Promote sustainable habits within communities.
• Position Kiwanis as a leading brand in service and sustainability.
• Strengthen collaboration between clubs across Europe.
• Offer a project that is simple, measurable, scalable, visible and repeatable for all Districts.

KI-E GROWTH & SERVICE AWARDS 2026

Another significant step of the KI-E Strategic Plan 2025-26 is the Growth & Service Awards, a recognition program for clubs and districts that successfully achieve their goals in membership growth and service. The awards will be assigned at the European Convention in Catania in May 2026, turning the event into both a celebration of achievements and an opportunity to reinforce unity and share results.

EUROPEAN KICKOFF FOR “THE POSSIBILITY PROJECT”

Under the leadership of Markus Lanz and Francesco Valenti, both trustees of the Kiwanis Children's Fund, and KCF Ambassador Europe Christian De Maesschalk, the European kickoff for the global Kiwanis Children's Fund project “The Possibility Project” took place in Prague. The goal is to raise €25 million by 2028 – enough to support 10 million children worldwide.

With just €2.25 per child, targeted measures in the areas of health, education, nutrition, and personal development can be implemented. The funds go to local projects with a global impact – children in disadvantaged situations benefit directly.

SAVE THE DATE FOR THE 59^th EUROPEAN CONVENTION

Taking place from 28 to 30 May 2026, the convention is a unique opportunity to meet up with fellow Kiwanians, make new friends, learn, exchange ideas and, of course, make your voice heard at the General Assembly – when important decisions are made for the future of Kiwanis in Europe.

Further information will be shared in upcoming communications. In the meantime, save the dates 28-30 May 2026 and and get a taste of what's to come by watching the video presentation of Catania, a city rich in history, traditions and culinary specialities!