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Technical Panel PositionsFollowing a restructuring of our advisory panels, ITFNZ is calling for applications from members who wish to be involved in the future Technical direction of the Art. We have been fortunate to have had a core leadership group steer Taekwon-Do’s technical development over many years. While many of these leaders will remain involved in the technical development of our Art, the current Technical structure is being opened to allow greater participation of our future leaders. Our future leaders will engage with and work alongside Grand Masters and Masters, enabling a transfer of technical knowledge and to introduce new ideas to ensure Taekwon-Do remains an attractive proposition for many years to come. This initiative aims to address some of the key challenges identified in the Strategic Plan – ensuring Capability, Capacity and Sustainability. 75% of our current membership is aged 18 years and under. We are focused as an organization on growing our future leaders so that the Art of Taekwon-Do thrives into the future. In the past our Technical Advisory Group has led development across the syllabus and grading requirements, and the requirements instructor and examiner education. These technical areas are being split across three new advisory panels. There are opportunities within the following advisory panels:
Terms of Reference are attached for each Panel outlining how they will operate. These are ‘living’ documents, open to amendment as the new structure develops. A Position Description is provided for each Panel. The future success of the Art is dependent upon your commitment today. Please register your interest by email to ceo@itkd.co.nz. Applications close 3rd May 2024. Your email should include an explanation of your interest, the skills and experiences (both in and outside Taekwon-Do) that you can contribute, and what you hope to achieve. Education Panel Position Description | Education Panel Terms of Reference Examiner Panel Position Description | Examiner Panel Terms of Reference Qualifications Panel Position Description | Qualifications Panel Terms of Reference Annual General MeetingITFNZ Elected Director Vacancies15.03.24 CVs of those standing for Board Positions: Master Kane Raukura Info for ITKD Board Announcement: Appointment of New Standards & Discipline RepresentativeWe are pleased to announce that Mr. Mark Davies (3rd dan, Alexandra) has been selected to assume the role of Standards & Discipline Representative for the South Island. Mr. Davies brings with him a wealth of experience and expertise, having been an integral part of the South Island Taekwon-Do community. He started training in Taekwon-Do at Grand Master Paul McPhail's Manurewa Club in April 1986. We extend our sincerest congratulations to Mr. Davies on this well-deserved appointment and wish him every success in his endeavors as he undertakes this important responsibility. Mr. Davies succeeds Dr. Lorraine Eade, who has diligently served on the committee since 2018. Dr. Eade's extensive tenure has provided invaluable stability to the committee, and her contributions have been instrumental in decision-making processes and negotiations. We express our gratitude to Dr. Eade for her dedication and commitment to ITFNZ throughout the years. New DatabaseOn Sunday 25th February 2024, Mr. Simon Lloyd-Evans facilitated a workshop for an expanded IT committee, tackling the monumental task of preparing for the development of a new ITKD database. Over the years, the IT committee has been working behind the scenes to future-proof our database system, originally established and maintained by Mr. Neil Breen since 1990. International Women's Day Campaign - March 2024Dear ITF Members, Best regards, New Board MemberThe ITFNZ Board is pleased to announce Fiona Parrant’s appointment to the Board. Fiona rejoins Taekwon-Do after some time away. She is a 1st Dan, Assistant Instructor and was Central Districts Regional Manager. Fiona is currently the CEO of the Birthright Hawke’s Bay Child and Family Care Trust. The Trust provides a range of Social Services and Early Childhood Education in Hawke’s Bay through strength–focused services that change lives. Nick Lourantos is delighted “we are very fortunate to have someone like Fiona on the Board, as an independent, combining her business skills and experience, with a Taekwon-Do background.” Fiona will fill the current Appointed Director vacancy up to the 2024 AGM, and the Appointments Board has indicated it will then re-appoint Fiona for a new 3-year term. Nick Lourantos
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