Centre Europe Direct Opens in Forcalquier to Bring EU Information to Rural Areas
On September 15, the Centre Europe Direct Forcalquier Alpes-Provence will officially launch in Forcalquier, focusing on the rural communities of Alpes de Haute-Provence. This initiative is designed to offer residents, local authorities, associations, businesses, schools, and elected officials easy access to information regarding European policies, funding opportunities, public services, health, agriculture, mobility, ecological transition, and economic development. Managed by the Communauté de Communes Pays de Forcalquier-Montagne de Lure, the centre aims to foster dialogue and education about Europe within rural areas of the Région Sud. Additionally, on the same day, David Gehant, the President of the Communauté de communes, will lead the regional congress of LEADER France to enhance engagement with EU matters among rural populations.
Key facts
- The Centre Europe Direct Forcalquier Alpes-Provence opens on Tuesday, September 15.
- It is located in Forcalquier, in the Alpes de Haute-Provence.
- The centre targets rural residents, associations, businesses, schools, elected officials, and local authorities.
- It provides information on European policies, funding, and opportunities for rural areas.
- Topics covered include health, agriculture, mobility, ecological transition, and economic development.
- The centre is led by the Communauté de Communes Pays de Forcalquier-Montagne de Lure.
- David Gehant, President of the Communauté de communes Pays de Forcalquier – Montagne de Lure, will host the regional congress of LEADER France on the same day.
- The centre serves the rural territories of the Région Sud.
Entities
Artists
- David Gehant
Institutions
- Centre Europe Direct Forcalquier Alpes-Provence
- Communauté de Communes Pays de Forcalquier-Montagne de Lure
- LEADER France
- Union européenne
- Région Sud
Locations
- Forcalquier
- France
- Alpes de Haute-Provence
- Provence
- Alpes