To kick off the new term of office (2024-2027) of the European Working Group People with Dementia (EWGPWD) and of the European Dementia Carers Working Group (EDCWG) online social meetings were organised on 26 and 27 of June with each of the groups. During these online meetings, new and old members had the chance to meet each other. Members joining the groups were warmly welcomed by members of the previous term of office and had the chance to ask questions about the groups. In addition to the social gathering, there was a presentation about the upcoming elections for the Executive of both groups (Chairs and Vice Chairs). Alzheimer Europe would like to especially thank Chris Roberts and Sonata Mačiulskytė for their work as Chairs of the EWGPWD and EDCWG, respectively, during the last term of office, and Kevin Quaid, Margaret McCallion and Trevor Salomon as Vice Chairs.