2. Your Input Feedback from NGOs Presentation by Anne Marie Darmanin

3. Role of MEU Gathering feedback of stakeholders Assisting with and analysing stakeholder feedback Contributing to strategy development Assisting with the drafting of Malta’s National Programme for Asylum and Migration Fund Compilation of relevant EU template

4. Partnership Principle Article 12 of the Horizontal Regulation Parameters applicable to both AMF and ISF Requires that each MS organises a partnership with the authorities and bodies concerned in the drafting of the National Programme. Such bodies includes international and non- governmental organisations in the field.

5. Progress so far A number of action were proposed from interested parties. Preliminary evaluation, feedback provided and clarifications sought. Needs in the sector are being identified and assessed. Further input is required in this regard to substantiate current assessment.

6. Your Role Your experience and expertise in the field is an asset. What are the areas where intervention is needed? What has worked in the past? What are the risks to look out for? What was not successful? Where do you think the Fund can have the most positive impact?

7. The “Needs Analysis Sheet” Download template from: http://www.eufunds20142020http://www.eufunds20142020.gov.mt Template includes: Need Identified & Proposed Intervention Fund Objective targeted Background, Justification and Expected Result Risks and Mitigating Actions Your feedback should be sent to MEU and FPD by the 23 rd September.

8. Recommendations Focus on identifying needs not project ideas Identify national needs Specific and clear submissions Realistic indicators Joined-up interventions and economies of scale Provide best practices and lessons learned!

9. Way Forward Your feedback is essential towards the development of national strategy. Facilitates the compilation of Malta’s National Programme, in line with this strategy. Calls for project proposals by Responsible Authority in line with National Programme. Contribution towards the implementation and the achievement of this strategy through projects.

10. Thank You! Thank you for your attention and participation! Any questions?