“ONOC represents you, our NOCs – and that means constant communication, engagement, and collaboration,” President Temengil said in her opening remarks.

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The Presidents’ Call is set to become a key feature of the ONOC calendar, creating a space for ongoing dialogue between the ONOC Executive Board and its member NOCs.

Call to Action for Oceania NOC Leaders

“Your perspectives and feedback are key to the work we are doing. Together, we can make impact, deliver change, and drive progressive transformation through sport – this is our Oceania One Team,” President Temengil emphasized.

“You are the Presidents, and we must work together. I expect you, as leaders of your NOCs, to share what matters most in the context of your work and our services, so that we can better serve our youth, athletes, and communities,” she added.

President Temengil also acknowledged the commitment of NOC Presidents:

“I thank you for your commitment and leadership in taking actions, decisions, and authority to guide your teams and national federations in meeting the needs of our athletes and strengthening the services we provide for them.

Our athletes are the heart of all that we do – and the collective collaboration and coordination between ONOC and our NOCs is the lifeblood that supports them.”

Message from IOC President Kirsty Coventry

At the invitation of President Temengil, IOC President Kirsty Coventry shared a special video message for the occasion, commending Oceania’s NOCs for their work and alignment with global Olympic priorities.

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“With the review process you are undertaking, you are ensuring that your vision and strategic priorities are fully aligned at every level,” President Coventry said. “I would like to thank and applaud your President and my dear friend and colleague, Baklai, for leading this transformative process.

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“At the very beginning of my presidency, one of my top priorities is to listen and learn what is on your minds, and to hear how together we can make the Olympic community stronger.”

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“As this marks the first of many online meetings,ongoing engagement, collaboration, and transparent communication will remaincritical to all that we do,” President Temengil emphasized in her address tothe NOC Presidents.