In October 2023, BCON - ESO (Maidstone, UK) hosted OsEAN's All Members Meeting, a gathering that brought together osteopathic educators from across Europe. The meeting focused on practical discussions surrounding key topics shaping the field.

News from OsEAN: Keeping Members Informed
The meeting kicked off with updates on OsEAN's ongoing initiatives, providing members with a clear picture of the organization's recent activities and future plans.

News from the Schools: Sharing Progress and Learnings
OsEAN member schools presented updates on their achievements, sharing insights into their latest projects and educational methodologies. The discussions highlighted the collective commitment to excellence in osteopathic education.

A guest: Tomas Colin from Osteopathy Europe
Tomas Colin from Osteopathy Europe was invited as a guest and he offered valuable perspectives on the challenges and opportunities faced by Osteopathy Europe.

Osteopathic Identity Crisis: A Candid Conversation
The meeting addressed the ongoing identity crisis within the osteopathic field. Attendees engaged in frank discussions, sharing experiences and insights to collectively address the challenges ahead.

Open Forum - Osteopathic Models
During the meeting, there was a proposal to reshape the Open Forum model. Rather than solely featuring presentations and workshops, the suggestion is to incorporate multiple discussion rounds with the aim of generating tangible outcomes by the end. This innovative approach, though bold, is being embraced with optimism, and we look forward to its potential success.

General Meeting: Decision-Making for the Future
During the General Meeting, members actively participated in decision-making processes, talking about finances, voting for new board members and discussing changes in the existing bylaws.

Discussion about OsEAN Achievements: Reflecting and Planning Ahead
The meeting closed with a discussion on OsEAN's achievements, what needs to change and what needs to be improved.

In Maidstone, the All Members Meeting was an opportunity for practical conversations and collaboration. As members left, the impact of the meeting lied not in grand statements but in genuine ideas and the feeling that things need to change for a better future of Osteopthic Education.