Hello fellow Pirates, I’m honoured to serve the Pirate movement since 2012 first, when I joined the Italian pirates, and 2019 second, when I was elected for the very first time in the European Pirate Party board.
Since then, I covered all roles in the board - except Chairperson - attending tons of various meetings (board, council, formal, informal…), always involved into the organisation.
In my past mandates as Treasurer, I proposed to reduce membership fees from 300 € per member, per vote down to 50 €, that is the current membership fee, to foster participation within our members, especially at our Council Meetings.
I was also able to increase the membership fee collection rate, trying to reach out all our members on time, explaning processes and duties.
Finally, I was also able to act directly on our (and only) transparent FIO Bank account on behalf of the organisation, without any other intermediation (thanks @MarketaG!).
What’s missing? A real crowdfunding from our European pirate core base, that could allow our finances to count in other incomes other than membership fees.
But do to so, we need everyone’s help, especially but not only in the board, to create a renewed, solid and coherent political message.
So apart from Treasurer’s office duties (invoices, reports, budgets, accounts, etc…) I will be focused to let this movement grow, either from Treasurer Office if I would be confirmed or from Board Member position, in case I would be elected.
Last but not least, a big hug to all current board members: it has been a pleasure to work and to serve with you all the time.
See you tomorrow!