Section XX A Brief History In recent years, investments in time, attention and visits by ICD leaders made an impact on the develop- ment of Section XX. The most dra- matic success was the revitalization of nine Regions in South East Asia, followed by their coalescing into a Section. Next came Africa, where four Regions are now established with a membership of 75. Region 30 Iran revitalized itself into a vibrant organization with 75 active Fellows. Central America is showing re- newed promise, and the Caribbean Islands’ membership stands at 30 active Fellows. Challenges and Solutions The challenges faced by ICD Re- gions are similar worldwide. Few Fellows are scattered across wide areas. The economic conditions are less favorable. The payment of dues is not only a hardship, but transferring US dollars between na- tions proves difficult. It is sometimes not possible to attain critical mem- bership numbers to support ICD programs. Without activity, interest fades and the retetion of Fellows becomes a reoccurring problem. Solutions include increased com- munications to Fellows of Section XX from ICD headquarters. Send- ing speakers to give educational Registrar’s Report John V. Hinterman W ith the departure of nine Regions in the Asia Sector who united to become Section XV in 2017, Section XX now seems to be a mere shadow of its former self. Still, an impressive level of activity in 2018 can be measured by three convocations held and 81 new Fellows inducted. This is no easy matter because the Regions are characterized by great geographical distances, a lack of density of populations and unstable national economies. The primary challenge confronting Section XX is retaining Fellows in good standing. College Membership Chair Jackie Robinson spent the past year analyzing the data and designing remedies.See the leadership article on page 10 for more detail on this important intiative. The Regions of Section XX had a developmental 2018, with leadership strategic planning in Africa, a fresh start for Central America, and an ICD convocation during the New York International Council meeting. seminars is welcomed as is support for local humanitarian projects. The ICD Global Visionary Fund was cre- ated to help with these needs. The headquarters office also provides assistance to Regions with mem- bership data and dues collection. Contrarily, there is much to be encouraged about. There are now nearly 600 active Fellows, and the potential for future growth is great. ICD owes a debt of gratitude to many dedicated leaders for this progress. Three indispensable individuals are acknowledged: Councilor Kim Ch- uan How, of Malaysia, Councilor Pankaj Patel, of Kenya, and Re- gent Hamid Adeli-Nadjafi, of Iran. New Start for Region 21 New Fellows and new officers for Region 21 Central America, Guate- mala were welcomed into the Col- lege in 2018. Representing three nations, 21 Fellows were inducted on May 18, 2018, at Francisco Ma- roquin University (UFM) in Guate- mala City. Regent Luis Grisolia and Vice Regent Estuardo Matta accept- ed the Region 21 Charter. The event included over 100 den- tal professionals, sharing a day of educational pursuit, professional growth, recognition and network- ing. USA Fellow Andres Pinto, a professor of oral medicine at Case JOURNAL OF THE INTERNATIONAL COLLEGE OF DENTISTS SECTION REPORTS 5 6