The Malta Employers’ Association has launched the EU Funding Helpdesk, a new service designed to strengthen its portfolio of support to its business members.
What is the EU Funding Helpdesk?
The EU Funding Helpdesk functions as a comprehensive one-stop-shop for information, guidance, and support in relation to local and EU funding. Its primary role is to simplify access to the often complex landscape of EU and national funding opportunities by providing clear, reliable, and up-to-date information.
The Helpdesk sets as its mission to support businesses in their pursuit of local and EU funding opportunities, encouraging uptake and challenging barriers. The Helpdesk shall seek to empower members through the provision of information, capacity building and direct assistance.
By serving as a trusted reference point, the Helpdesk not only increases awareness of available opportunities but also empowers members to successfully access and benefit from the funding instruments designed to support their growth and development.
What is Project Unlock?
Project Unlock is an Erasmus+ project coordinated by the Malta Employers’ Association, in partnership with Cross Cultural International Foundation (CCIF Malta) and Check-In Association (Portugal).
The aim of this project was to address a clear labour market need: helping SMEs gain access to the funding opportunities available to them. In this regard, two EU Funding Helpdesks were set up, one within the Malta Employers Association (in Malta) and one with Check-in Association (in Portugal). Each target different audiences and offers a mix of different methods of support, based on their audiences’ different needs.
Following the conclusion of the project, the EU Helpdesks shall continue to operate on a permanent basis.