The seven core priorities of the Dublin City Council EU Programme Participation Strategy 2021 – 2027 are in line with Dublin City Council's Objectives 2020 – 2024 and the EU Goals 2021 – 2027.
To ensure that any participation in an EU partnership project by Dublin City Council staff contributes to the goals and policy objectives of the European Union and Dublin City Council
Innovative Approach
To use participation in EU partnership projects to promote innovation in the operations of Dublin City Council that is green, smart and that enables openness, diversity and social inclusion.
Regional Cooperation
To cooperate with relevant bodies such as national contact points of EU Programmes, the Eastern & Midlands Regional Assembly (EMRA) and the Irish Regions European Office (IREO) that will assist DCC staff in EU partnership projects.
Financial Contributions
To ensure that participation in EU partnership projects enhances the services of Dublin City Council.
Public Consultation
To engage with local communities and targeted beneficiaries matching, where possible intended impacts with local needs.
Capacity Building
To promote participation in EU partnership projects which will measurably contribute to the City Council meeting its mission and public obligations.
Networking Opportunities
To build the international reputation of Dublin City Council and the city of Dublin through participation in EU partnership projects.