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 In May 2025, we will gather in **Bordeaux, France**, for the **International Summit on Vaccine Coding & Standards**. This is a call to action for all those who work with vaccine data—whether you’re designing immunization registries, developing vaccine codes, or ensuring that digital health records work across different countries.
-====== Why This Matters Now ======
+===== Why This Matters Now =====
 The push for digital health records is accelerating, but without standardized vaccine coding, progress is disorganized and inconsistent. Every country codes vaccines differently, making it difficult to track immunizations across borders.
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 If so, you belong in this conversation.
-====== How You Can Get Involved ======
+===== How You Can Get Involved =====
   * **Join the Summit** – Be part of the conversation at the International Summit on Vaccine Coding & Standards in Bordeaux, May 9, 2025. Learn from global experts, collaborate on solutions, and shape the future of vaccine coding.
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   * **Spread the Word** – Connect with colleagues, organizations, and stakeholders who rely on vaccine coding. A stronger network means better solutions for everyone.
-  * Sign up for updates & interviews today!
+===== Upcoming Event: IVC en Español =====
+=== Anuncio: Primera Reunión de IVC en Español ===
+¡Únase a nosotros para la primera reunión de la Iniciativa de Códigos Internacionales de Vacunas completamente en español! Este evento reunirá a expertos en codificación de vacunas de América Latina y otros países de habla hispana para compartir experiencias y colaborar en soluciones globales.
+📩 Para registrarse, utilice [[https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/WvGE6yh9QDahtmsLc70vJQ]] o envíe un correo a [[mailto:info@ivci.org|info@ivci.org]] y recibirá la información necesaria para participar.
+===== Volunteer Opportunities: Be Part of the Solution =====
+The International Vaccine Codes Initiative thrives on the contributions of dedicated professionals who are passionate about public health.
+  * Build Global Connections – Work with experts from around the world.
+  * Expand Your Expertise – Engage with cutting-edge vaccine coding challenges.
+  * Shape the Future of Public Health – Play an active role in strengthening vaccine data infrastructure.
+Volunteer roles include:
+  * **Point of Contact (POC)** – Represent your country in technical discussions.
+  * **International Liaison** – Build relationships and advocate for your region.
+  * **Cochair** – Help lead and shape the direction of IVC.
+===== What We’re Building Together =====
+IVC is not just another technical initiative—it’s a global movement to support public health by ensuring that vaccine histories are accurately recorded for life.
+  * A global network of vaccine coding experts
+  * A collaborative space for knowledge-sharing
+  * A technical framework to improve interoperability
+We’re not here to replace existing coding systems—we’re here to connect them, making vaccine data work better for everyone.
+===== Our Next Steps =====
+  * May 2025 – Bordeaux Summit: A global gathering of vaccine code experts.
+  * IVC en Español – Expanding our reach to Spanish-speaking experts.
+  * Interviews & Research – Shaping IVC to meet real-world needs.
+This is the time to act. The future of immunization records depends on experts like you. Let’s build the infrastructure now—so it’s there when we need it most.
 ====== Vision ======