Conclusions: The Forum underlined the current structure. Key feature is legitimacy of representation and
involvement of all stakeholders through National Fora on ARD in the member countries. In
the preparatory process the National Fora nominated a national representative. Collectively
they constitute the current Preparatory Committee, with the Chairman elected by its members.
A smaller Steering Committee and a Secretariat support the PrepCom. The PrepCom was
charged with the preparation of the first European Forum meeting, and will issue the report of
the meeting. It interacts with the National Fora, other Regional Fora and the Global Forum.