[European Commission](https://commission.europa.eu/index_en)

March 2026 (anticipated)

Typically supports large, multi-year projects; award sizes vary depending on proposal scope.

Supports research and innovation projects to enhance democracy, governance, and civic engagement across the European Union.

This is a forecasted Horizon Europe call; details and deadlines are subject to change.

--- ## Description This Horizon Europe call, managed by the Directorate-General for Research and Innovation of the European Commission, aims to fund research and innovation activities that strengthen democracy, foster civic and citizenship education, and reinforce support for common European values. Projects are expected to deliver new knowledge, methodologies, and practical solutions to enhance democratic processes, civic engagement, and societal resilience, especially in the face of contemporary challenges to democratic values within the EU. --- ## Due Dates - Anticipated call opening: January 2026 - Anticipated proposal deadline: March 2026 *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Award size: Varies depending on project scope and consortium composition; Horizon Europe calls typically fund large, collaborative projects. - Duration: Multi-year projects (often 2–4 years). --- ## Eligibility - Open to consortia including universities, research organizations, NGOs, public authorities, and private sector partners from EU Member States and associated countries. - Proposals must usually include partners from at least three different eligible countries. - Specific eligibility and consortium requirements will be detailed in the official call text once published. --- ## Application Process - Monitor the [EU Funding & Tenders Portal](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/topic-details/HORIZON-CL2-2025-01-DEMOCRACY-10?isExactMatch=true&status=31094501,31094502&order=DESC&pageNumber=7&pageSize=50&sortBy=startDate) for the official call launch and documents. - Register your organization (if not already registered) in the Participant Register. - Form a consortium with eligible partners. - Prepare and submit a proposal in response to the published call, following Horizon Europe proposal guidelines. - Proposals are evaluated by external experts; successful projects are invited to grant agreement preparation. --- ## Additional Information - The call will be part of the Horizon Europe Cluster 2 (Culture, Creativity and Inclusive Society), focusing on democracy and societal challenges. - Projects should address issues such as civic education, democratic participation, and support for common EU values. - Collaboration and impact on policy and practice are strongly encouraged. --- ## External Links - [EU Funding & Tenders Portal: Call Details](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/topic-details/HORIZON-CL2-2025-01-DEMOCRACY-10?isExactMatch=true&status=31094501,31094502&order=DESC&pageNumber=7&pageSize=50&sortBy=startDate) - [European Commission – Horizon Europe](https://commission.europa.eu/research-and-innovation/funding/funding-opportunities/funding-programmes-and-open-calls/horizon-europe_en) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Details | |-----------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | General Inquiries | [European Commission Contact Page](https://commission.europa.eu/about-european-commission/contact_en) | | Phone | +32 2 299 11 11 | ---

The role of civic and citizenship education for strengthening civic and democratic participation and support for common European values

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