A picture of ESN volunteers hugging during the General Assembly
Wednesday, 22 July, 2026 - 16:52

From 14 to 17 May 2026, representatives of the Erasmus Student Network gathered in Prague, Czech Republic, for the Spring General Assembly. Over four days, delegates from across Europe and beyond came together to shape the future direction of the Network, exchange perspectives, and take important decisions for the organisation.

One of the key moments of the Assembly was the election of ESN’s new Statutory Bodies, including the International Board. The elected representatives will lead the Network through the upcoming mandate, ensuring continuity while advancing ESN’s strategic priorities and organisational development.

The elected members for the upcoming mandate are the following:

  • Simone Lepore, President 2025-2027

  • Madalina Bandarau, Vice President for Development 2025-2026

  • Tiffany Linh van de Walle, Vice President for Governance 2025-2026

  • Maja Gozdowska, Treasurer 2025-2026

  • Marta Winkler, Communication Manager 2025-2026

  • Marco Comotti, Web Project Administrator, 2025-2027

 

The elected representatives will lead the Network through the upcoming mandate, ensuring continuity while advancing ESN’s strategic priorities and organisational development.

A central part of the agenda focused on strengthening ESN’s governance and internal operations. Delegates discussed the ongoing revision of the Statutes and Internal Rules, contributing to the development of a clearer and more effective governance framework for the Network. The General Assembly also approved the new internal Events Policy, establishing common standards for the organisation and management of ESN’s international events.

 

 

Further discussions addressed the digital transition of the ESNcard and the opportunities it brings for improving accessibility, membership services, and the overall experience of international students and ESN volunteers. The Assembly also fulfilled its key financial and strategic responsibilities by approving the Financial Report and adopting the Action Plan for the upcoming academic year, setting the priorities and direction for the next mandate.   

The Spring General Assembly in Prague demonstrated the strength of ESN’s participatory decision-making and the commitment of its members to building a more sustainable, inclusive, and forward-looking organisation.

Discover some of the most memorable moments from the event in the official photo album on Flickr.