The Communicating Europe Initiative 2024
On 10 April 2024, The Minister of State for European Affairs, Peter Burke TD, extended congratulations to 49 local community groups, educational institutes, local media and local authorities for securing funding under the Department of Foreign Affairs 2024 Communicating Europe Initiative scheme. A total amount of € 315,697 in grants have been awarded.
With the European Parliamentary elections approaching in June, an invaluable opportunity has presented itself to involve Irish citizens on EU matters, to highlight the benefits of EU membership and its positive impact on our lives.
In his speech, the Minister said:
‘The projects represent a wide-variety of initiatives, including live debates, schools events, podcasts, exhibitions and conferences. I commend those who were successful in the application process and look forward to seeing the creative ways in which these projects come to life’
Read more about the successful applicants of 2024 here.