How can I participate in West Midlands in Europe?

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Membership of West Midlands in Europe is open to organisations in the West Midlands who wish to benefit from the aims of the partnership. We currently have over 90 organisations (see here for a full list) from the public, private and voluntary sectors.

Benefits of membership

Membership provides an ideal opportunity for you to:
  • receive early warning of EU policy and legislation likely to impact on you and help in influencing it
  • build your understanding of the EU decision-making process
  • raise your profile to a European audience and showcase your strengths in our flagship Brussels office and West Midlands European Centre
  • access EU funding
  • extend your contacts throughout Europe for joint projects and activities.
Partners receive:
  • regular targeted briefings in the Monthly Report and Weekly Newsletters and a calendar of upcoming events
  • information on latest EU funding opportunities and partner searches
  • nominated contact person in the Brussels office for queries and latest information (see full staff list)
  • use of office facilities and services of West Midlands European Centre during visits to Brussels including hot desks, meeting rooms for up to 120 people, coffee and exhibition area.

Categories of membership

There are 4 levels of membership reflecting the priority and resources that you as an organisation are able to give to European affairs:

Individual Level
Individual Level membership is an ideal starting point for small NGOs and representative bodies interested in keeping abreast of EU affairs. At this level, you will receive regular information on EU policy, funding and events. You can also use the Brussels Office to raise your profile and extend your contacts in Europe.
Annual Subscription: €1,800 per year (+ VAT) (2007-08)

Regional Level
This next step up is ideal for larger representative bodies and organisations with a more active interest in EU affairs. By getting to know you better we will increase our understanding of your priorities to provide more targeted services. We can offer advance notice of opportunities and policies relevant to you and help you get the most out of Europe and your membership.
Annual Subscription: €10,600 per year (+ VAT) (2007-08)

Senior Level
Senior Level membership is for regional organisations looking for substantive, dedicated support for their European work. A tailored work programme agreed with you will ensure your needs are best met, with the Brussels Office working proactively to represent your interests.
Annual Subscription: €95,500 per year (+ VAT) (2007-08)

Regional Management Partners
Advantage West Midlands and West Midlands Local Government Association (representing the region's 38 local authorities) are our 2 Regional Management Partners. They are responsible for the overall direction of the Brussels Office and West Midlands European Centre, with joint and equal responsibility for its financial viability.


For more information

If you would like to join or find out more, please contact us. We look forward to hearing from you.

You can also download the following documents for more information: