An actor in the dialogue between the EU and the other Mediterranean countries
A centre of reflection and debate on Mediterranean societies
A think tank specialised in Euro-Mediterranean relations
A promoter of cooperation
A Mediterranean lobby close to institutions and public opinion
What does it do?
It encourages knowledge, through research and study
It carries out training and promotion activities
It encourages the participation of civil society in the Barcelona Process
It contributes to the Mediterranean projection of Catalan and Spanish institutions
It promotes and participates in development cooperation projects
It works in favour of Mediterranean networks
It organises exhibitions and cultural activities
It publishes books and periodical publications
It acts as an observer of the Mediterranean reality (www.iemed.org)
Who governs it?
A Governing Board with the participation of the Government of Catalonia, the Spanish Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Cooperation, and Barcelona City Council
A Board of Trustees formed by companies, universities and institutions from civil society
An Advisory Council made up by Mediterranean personalities of recognised prestige