Dear members and friends of the ISPU,

Today we had to cancel the ISPU WM 2020 in Kamenz with a heavy heart. It was not easy for us, but especially for the organizers, who planned  this event with a lot of passion for almost 4 years.

My greatest respect and thanks to all organizers and all helpers!

In the next few weeks we will try to find a new organizer. This will not be easy due to the current situation, as the Kamenz obstacles are likely to hit every possible organizer. Nevertheless, we do not give up, but we ask you all to be patient. The cancellation is now a few days old and anyone who has planned such an event themselves will know that alternatives do not grow on the trees overnight.

It's our turn, but it also takes time to find a solution. So please be patient.

In this context, I would also like to express something very personal. The canceled ISPU World Cup in Kamenz and the also canceled ISPU Show in Rheinberg are the most important events of the ISPU and I can understand the sadness of all concerned and I`m feeling  the same way. But we shouldn't lose sight of the essentials.

The corona virus has spread worldwide and hundreds of thousands have become ill worldwide, tens of thousands have already died and millions are worried about their health or the health of their loved ones. We should all show a little humility and consider ourselves lucky not to be sick and hope not to get sick either.

Let us all think of those who are really bad and hope that they will heal as quickly as possible.

There will be new organizers for the WM and ISPU Show. And if not, everything will be postponed to the next year and we will not die from it either.

Unfortunately, the situation is different with the corona virus.

Take care and stay healthy! We'll come together at the next ISPU WM or ISPU Show.

Best regards

Michael Heimbs
ISPU President