About Us
| West Midlands in Europe is the representative office for the West Midlands region in Brussels. Established in 2000 as a broad membership based partnership, building on twenty years of local authority presence in Brussels, West Midlands in Europe brings together regional partners to engage in evolving EU policy and legislation which will impact on the region and to participate in EU funding opportunities to support regional priorities.
West Midlands in Europe Partners West Midlands in Europe is jointly managed by West Midlands Leaders Board, representing all 38 local authorities in the West Midlands and the Regional Development Agency, Advantage West Midlands, which is charged with leading economic development in the region. Our partners include; West Midlands Higher Education Association, representing all 13 regional Universities and Higher Education Institutes and the Confederation of West Midlands Chambers of Commerce, bringing together the 7 regional Chambers in the West Midlands. As well as this we have other partners from business, further education, health, cultural and voluntary sectors. What we do We provide a range of services for our members, guided by regional priorities. With high quality offices in the heart of Brussels, we provide professional expertise and advice to West Midlands organisations, with on the spot information and intelligence on upcoming EU policy and funding. Our contacts and networks in the EU institutions and with other regions and organisations in Brussels provide a strong base to support effective engagement with regional partners. Partners are also encouraged to share expertise. As well as this the West Midlands European Centre is able to offer a wide variety of theatres, seminar rooms, and exhibition space to suit any event. With excellent catering, nearby accommodation options and friendly staff, we can ensure you get the best attention at all times throughout your event with the aim of making your conference experience both successful and memorable. For more information please see the West Midlands European Centre page. |  |