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The SEAP secretariat is based in Brussels.
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July 2010

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We are looking forward to the launch 
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Welcome to SEAP

Dealing with European Affairs is more than an activity. It is a profession. As a profession, it has existed since the very beginning of the European Community in the late nineteen fifties, establishing a dialogue between decision-makers and stakeholders. SEAP supports self-regulation and constructive dialogue with all parties involved, in particular the EU institutions. The Society of European Affairs Professionals was founded in 1997 and has been growing since.

SEAP is an organization open to all EU affairs professionals, regardless of nationality, country of residence or the interests they represent. Whether you are working with a consultancy, trade association or a non-governmental association; if you are a European affairs professional SEAP is your association.

SEAP has its own code of conduct. This code is acceptable as an alternative to the European Commission code as part of the European Transparency Initiative voluntary registration process. SEAP recommends to members who chose to register to indicate they are bound by the SEAP Code.

If you would like to join follow the link to the Join SEAP page.
 
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10 Reasons to join SEAP

Standards of Excellence : SEAP advocates best practice for European affairs professionals.  SEAP operates a credible self-regulating system to raise standards and enhance the profession’s legitimacy.

Voice of the Profession: SEAP promotes its members’ interests, with a view to improve efficiency in the access to and exchange of information with the EU institutions.  SEAP acts as a collective voice to ensure that policy, regulatory or institutional developments do not hamper the profession.

Open to All European Affairs Professionals: SEAP is an inclusive organisation, open to all EU affairs professionals on an individual basis, regardless of the interests they represent.  Members are drawn from trade associations, consultancies, corporates, and other bodies.

A Professional Community: SEAP offers opportunities for networking with fellow professionals. 

Code of Conduct: SEAP operates a recognised Code of Conduct, designed to promote ethical standards in members’ professional behaviour.  The Code, which has been periodically revised and strengthened, is binding on all members.  Members are required to complete training to ensure understanding of the Code.

Acts to Ensure Compliance: SEAP has established procedures to act upon complaints on breaches of the Code. Sanctions are imposed when required.

Established Dialogue with the EU Institutions: SEAP maintains an active dialogue with the EU Institutions to find pragmatic solutions to the issues facing the profession.  SEAP works closely with the Commission on improvements to the Register and with the European Parliament to address questions of access.

Forum for Debate: SEAP provides members with a structured forum of meetings, seminars and other events with key EU policy-makers and opinion-formers.  SEAP events allow members to raise concerns directly with key figures, such as Commissioners, Quaestors from the European Parliament and the European Ombudsman.

Value-added Partnerships: SEAP partners with businesses to secure discounts on relevant products and services for its members. 

Access to Information: SEAP ensures members are kept up-to-date on issues affecting the profession via a newsletter and e-mail alerts.