Funds French projects introducing youth, especially girls, to programming and digital skills, promoting collaboration and gender diversity in technology education.
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Funder: European Commission
Due Dates: February 15, 2026 (Full application submission, single-stage, 17:00 Brussels time)
Funding Amounts: Total available: €5,000 per project (one-off support; short-term projects)
Summary: Supports local French initiatives introducing youth—especially girls—to programming and digital skills, with a focus on collaboration and gender diversity.
Key Information: Applications must be submitted via the Simplon.co portal; funding is provided directly by Simplon.co, not the EU.
This grant supports local initiatives in France that encourage young people, particularly girls, to discover programming and digital technologies. It is part of the European Commission's broader effort to reinforce digital skills among youth, aiming to make technology education more interactive, promote collaboration among stakeholders, and advance gender diversity and equality in digital professions. Projects should introduce programming in accessible, engaging ways, integrate technology into education, and foster STEM participation among girls.