This network works closely with schools, non-governmental organisations, small and medium businesses, universities and political decision makers, as well as directly with the general public to ensure that people have access to up-to-date, accurate information on all EU-related themes.

 

The main pillars in the Information Network are the two EU Information Centres (EUICs) located in Istanbul and Ankara. These centres are there to receive members of the public, answer questions on EU-related matters, organise information events, and develop specialised information programmes for key audiences (such as schools and administrations).

 

In addition, a network of EU Information Relays in 13 provinces provide information support through local and regional events on EU policies and programmes, media events and dissemination of information. And in universities and research centres, European Documentation Centres (EDC’s) provide information resources to students and academics on EU related themes.

 

Providing additional support is a facility called Team Europe, whereby experts on specific EU subjects can be provided as speakers for conferences and other public speaking events, and a new facility – Train Europe, where EU training sessions can be organised for specific groups.