We are pleased to announce that Daina Urbanavičienė – inaugural Chairwoman of the Lithuanian Council for Culture and IFACCA Board Member – has been appointed as Vice Minister of Culture for Lithuania. Ms Urbanavičienė started in her new role on Monday 5 January, which under the Federation’s Constitution concludes her tenure on the IFACCA Board. While we regret losing Ms Urbanavičienė from the Board, we warmly congratulate her on her appointment, thank her for her insightful contributions and service, and wish her every success in her new role.