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Empowering Public Administrations for Effective Governance

At EIPA we strive to be a platform and network for the exchange of good practices.

EIPA is the place where people who deal with European affairs can learn in a multicultural environment and benefit from a unique combination of practical know-how and scientific excellence.

Our Vision

We support the European Union, its Member States and associated countries by providing relevant and high quality services to develop public officials capacities in dealing with EU affairs.

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Our Organisation

We provide cross-national and cross-institutional comparative, analytical perspectives on EU policies, which, along with our problem-solving approach, makes us one of the longest-standing experts in EU public affairs.

" I believe this is what Europe should be about: learning from each other and sharing experiences, so we can go strong together. "

Cecilia Wikstrom, Chair

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Maastricht

EIPA Maastricht, our headquarters, was founded in 1981 on the occasion of the first Maastricht European Council. Maastricht also carries special symbolic meaning for EIPA as the Treaty on the European Union was signed in this city, a mere five minutes from our headquarters. As a hub of knowledge on European policies, EIPA receives support the Netherlands and the City of Maastricht. For more than four decades, we have been known as an established centre for European policies and law and the new challenges for public management.

Located in the heart of this charming yet vibrant city, our modern training facilities provide an ideal setting to expand your knowledge and grow your professional network. Situated at the crossroads of the Netherlands, Germany, and Belgium, EIPA Maastricht is easily accessible from Brussels and other major European areas.

Luxembourg

Our Luxembourg Centre, now located in the renovated Maison de Maître, was established under a convention signed in 1992 between the Government of the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg and EIPA. Since its inception, the European Centre for Judges and Lawyers has been a trusted provider of practice-oriented training, with a focus on the interpretation, transposition, and application of EU law. The Centre’s in-house team of experienced legal experts are dedicated to delivering high-quality training, consultancy, coaching services, and comparative studies. With a deep understanding of EU law and its incorporation into national law, our experts offer tailored solutions to legal professionals and public officials in the EU institutions and national public administrations. Specific outreach also goes to applicant and candidate countries, as well as those under the European Neighbourhood Policy and other third countries. EIPA’s Centre for Judges and Lawyers receives support from the Luxembourg Government, in form of contributions to housing and related costs.

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