Want to find out more about the EU and have your say on the future?
Who we are.
EUROPE DIRECT CORE Platform at The Chamber of Commerce, in Valletta is a member of the Malta Europe Direct network. The centres make Europe accessible to people on the ground and get them engage in debates on the future of the EU. The network is managed by the European Commission. You can contact us with questions about EU policies, programmes and priorities – and engage in events on the future of the EU. All our services are carried out free of charge. Please note that we cannot offer legal advice or interpret EU legislation. To find out more about the centres in the EU Member States, including Malta, please click here .
Dr. Roberta Lepre
Project Manager.
Holding a Doctor of Laws degree from the University of Malta in
2003, Dr. Roberta Lepre garnered substantial experience within the Maltese social sector. Her professional history includes notable service on public bodies and active participation in the non-profit sector, including her involvement with the Guardian for Future Generations.
Director at Weave Consulting, Dr Lepre is a CSR Specialist, with a primary focus that revolves around engaging the business community to embrace sustainable practices. This engagement aims to facilitate a more positive societal and environmental impact while concurrently contributing to the attainment of the Sustainable Development Goals.
Dr. Lepre has been project managing Europe Direct Core Platform. Europe Direct Centres are a network of information offices established by the European Union (EU) in various regions to provide citizens with information and resources about the EU and its policies. These centers serve as local points of contact for individuals, businesses, and organizations seeking information or assistance related to the European Union.
The primary functions of Europe Direct Centres include:
- Assistance and Advice
- Outreach and Engagement
- Publications and Materials
- Support for EU Initiatives
The goal of Europe Direct Centres is to make EU information more accessible to citizens and promote a sense of connection and engagement with the European Union at the grassroots level. Europe Direct CORE Platform managed by Dr. Roberta Lepre is aimed at reaching and targeting the Malta business and entrepreneurial community.
In recognition of her exemplary contributions and commitment to sustainability, Dr Roberta Lepre was honoured with the Sustainability Role Model Award during the 2021 Malta Businesswoman Awards. This prestigious award was bestowed under the auspices of H.E. the President of Malta.
Europe Direct Core Platform Centre
EUROPE DIRECT CORE Platform Centre, is part of a European network of 424 information offices in the European Union.
EUROPE DIRECT centres provide access to material covering a wide variety of topics, including:
- General information about how the EU works.
- Information about the various EU institutions and agencies.
- The latest news about EU affairs, policies and events.
- Information about citizen rights in the EU.
At EUROP DIRECT CORE PLATFORM, we also organise online and face to face information sessions that raise citizens’ awareness of how they benefit from the EU on a daily basis and also identify the aspects of EU policies that are important at local level. During our interactive sessions, we aim to listen to citizens and pass on their feedback to EU institutions
- Monthly Chats.EU, that are posted on our social media channels. These chats are aimed at the general public and deal with EU issues, policies and matters that directly affect local residents.
- Monthly webinars, specifically targeted to local businesses. We leverage CORE PLATFORM’s contacts within the business community to engage and interact with local businesses and civil society, providing local employers and employees updated information on relevant EU matters.
- Youth outreach programmes targeting youths aged 16 and over.
EUROPE DIRECT Core Platform
Contact Us
Where to find us
The Malta Chamber of Commerce, Enterprise and Industry
64, The Exchange Buildings,
Republic Street, Valletta, VLT 1117
Opening Hours: By Appointments