Introduction:
Sustainable Rice Platform (SRP) is thrilled to announce the 4th Annual General Assembly in 2023, a pivotal event that brings together SRP members for essential discussions and decisions. This year, we have exciting updates, including the Call for Nominations for the Board seats and the SRP Symposium at IRC 2023. Join us for this hybrid event on 18 October 2023, where we’ll delve into critical agenda items and strengthen SRP’s commitment to sustainable rice practices.
SRP Annual General Assembly 2023: Key Details
Date and Time: 18 October 2023, 9:00 to 11:00 (UTC+2/CEST)
Location: Philippine International Convention Center (PICC), Manila, Philippines, and virtually via Microsoft Teams.
Agenda Highlights:
- Report of the Chair
- Election of Board Members
- Approval of Proposed Amendments to Articles of Association
- Report of Independent Auditor FY 2022
- Discharge of the Board
Our Annual General Assembly serves as SRP’s highest decision-making body, and your participation is vital. It’s an opportunity for members to exercise their rights and ensure SRP aligns with their aspirations. Formal invitations, agendas, and registration details will be sent to official representatives via email, so stay tuned for these crucial updates.
SRP Symposium at IRC 2023
Join us on 17 October for the SRP Symposium, an integral part of the International Rice Congress (IRC 2023) at the Philippines International Convention Centre (PICC), Manila, Philippines. To attend this enriching event, make sure to register for IRC 2023. Find program details and registration information at IRC 2023 Registration.
Call for Nominations: Help Shape SRP’s Future
As SRP aims to promote diversity and inclusivity, we are actively seeking nominations for three vacant Board seats in the following categories:
- Public Sector: 1 seat
- Service, Input, and Equipment Providers: 1 seat
- At-Large (Any Constituency): 1 seat
We encourage nominations from females and candidates from the global South to enhance the diversity of our organization. Please submit your nominations, including a photo and a short bio, to the Board Secretary at info@sustainablerice.org. The deadline for nominations is 27 September 2023, 17:00 (UTC+2/CEST).
The final list of candidates and their profiles will be published on the SRP website no later than 2 October 2023. Voting will be conducted securely online through Mi-Voice, an independent third-party provider, and will conclude on 11 October 2023. The results will be announced at the Annual General Assembly.
For inquiries about the nomination process or the roles and responsibilities of a Board member, feel free to contact Keith Jones (SRP Board Chair) at keith.jones[at]sustagri.org or Wyn Ellis (SRP Executive Director) at wyn.ellis[at]sustainablerice.org.
We eagerly await your participation in this significant event and look forward to welcoming you to Manila!
