“Region” is all about what we share. “Region” is also about identity. But most importantly, “region” is the strength we gain by being together. “Region” will also play an important role in the work of our Association in the years to come. As it was announced in Havana, each three-year cycle will consist of a World Congress and only one Artistic Gathering instead of two. This will give ASSITEJ the opportunity to work more on regional development, with more details being announced in the months to come. I strongly believe that this regional focus will enable National Centres and Networks to build strong collaborations and projects, which may in turn lead to wider collaborations on a global level.