The recent circulation of our petition across the full MICCAI membership has already yielded a significant surge in engagement. To maintain this momentum, I invite you to share this initiative throughout your respective networks and laboratories.

Our objective is strategic: MICCAI sits at the critical intersection of methodological innovation and clinical utility. While this interdisciplinary duality is our greatest strength, it frequently remains undervalued by the broader AI community. By securing a unified voice now, we ensure our contributions are not merely "niche" successes but are recognised as foundational pillars of artificial intelligence.

This effort is particularly vital for our early-career researchers. Increasing our visibility today directly enhances the prestige and impact of their future publications.

The opportunity to redefine our standing is before us. Let us ensure the influence of our work is commensurate with its quality.