Government launches online access to European projects,
OPM’s Planning and Priorities Coordination Division (PPCD) has launched a new website highlighting the benefits of Cohesion Policy 2007-2013.
www.investinginyourfuture.gov.mt gives the users an interactive way of learning more about the projects being implemented under Cohesion Policy 2007-2013, co-financed under the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF), Cohesion Fund and the European Social Fund (ESF).
By logging onto www.investinginyourfuture.gov.mt, users can view projects grouped under 11 themes addressed by the two operational programmes which Malta is implementing.
A concise, and reader-friendly description of each theme allows the reader to get a better grasp of the overarching objectives for the chosen theme while the projects in that category are listed, through key photos on the same page. Users can then get more in-depth information by clicking on the project images and accessing project-specific information such as project title, entity implementing the project, project cost as well as the activities being carried out through that project. Users can also avail themselves of the social media sharing facilities on the website, as well as contact PPCD directly.
The website is ideal for all those interested in the projects being carried out through ERDF, Cohesion Fund and ESF, and especially for students reading for a degree in European Studies as part of their education.
Since 2009, 143 organisations made up from non-governmental organisations and local councils benefited from MEUSAC's assistance and have implemented, or are currently in the process of implementing, €18.4 million worth of EU-funded projects.
PPCD is the Managing Authority for Operational Programme I Investing in Competitiveness for a Better Quality of Life, co-financed by the European Regional Development Fund and Cohesion Fund and Operational Programme II Empowering People for More Jobs and a Better Quality of Life, co-financed by the European Social Fund. PPCD aims to ensure the efficient absorption and management of European assistance through effective coordination across Government Departments, Authorities, Agencies and other stakeholders. It also ensures maximum transparency and information in relation to the funds which fall under its responsibility.