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

August 4, 2025 (14:00 Brussels time)

€10,000, €20,000, or €50,000 per project | Total available: €1,000,000 | Project duration: up to 8 months

Supports investigative journalism projects rooted in scientific research, fostering collaboration between media and research institutions across Europe.

--- ## Description The Journalism Science Alliance (JSA) is a program co-funded by the EU's Creative Europe Programme, designed to strengthen the relationship between journalism and science. It supports local, regional, and transnational investigative journalism projects that are grounded in scientific research. The program offers not only grant funding, but also training, mentoring, and networking opportunities, aiming to uncover new topics of public interest and engage diverse audiences throughout Europe. JSA is managed by a consortium led by NOVA University Lisbon in partnership with the European Journalism Centre. --- ## Due Dates - Application portal opens: June 2, 2025 - Application deadline: August 4, 2025 (14:00 Brussels time) - Judging and shortlisting: September 2025 (date TBD) - Notification of winners and grant agreements: October 2025 (date TBD) - Grant period: November 2025 – June 2026 - Interim report due: February 28, 2026 - Final report due: July 15, 2026 --- ## Funding Amount - Total funding available: €1,000,000 - Applicants can request: €10,000, €20,000, or €50,000 per project (depending on scope, complexity, and timeline) - Project duration: up to 8 months - Funding can cover salaries, human resources, research, translation, travel, and other necessary costs (except hardware/equipment) --- ## Eligibility - Projects must be collaborations involving at least one media outlet and one research or academic organization. - The lead applicant must be a media outlet, with the application submitted by an associated journalist (including freelancers supported by a media outlet). - Teams may include individual journalists or scientists, but at least two organizations (media + research) are required. - Organizations must be based in countries participating in the [Creative Europe Programme’s cross-sectoral strand](https://culture.ec.europa.eu/creative-europe/cross-sectoral-strand). Eligible countries include: - All 27 EU member states - Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Georgia, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Norway, Serbia, and Ukraine - Partners from outside eligible countries can participate as long as the consortium meets the core eligibility criteria. - Projects must address topics of public interest (e.g., climate change, healthcare, emerging technologies, local governance). --- ## Application Process - Single-stage application via the [EU Funding & Tenders Portal](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/competitive-calls-cs/11090?isExactMatch=true&status=31094501,31094502&order=DESC&pageNumber=4&pageSize=50&sortBy=startDate). - Lead applicant submits the proposal on behalf of the team. - Selection is conducted by an independent jury of distinguished journalists and scientists. - Due diligence and shortlisting occur in September 2025. - Notification and grant agreements are finalized in October 2025. - All funded projects must be completed within the 8-month grant period. --- ## Additional Information - Funding cannot be used for hardware (equipment) costs. - Training, mentoring, and networking support are included as part of the JSA program. - Feedback to unsuccessful applicants may not be provided due to high application volume. - All information and future updates are available at the [Journalism Science Alliance website](https://journalismsciencealliance.eu/). --- ## External Links - [EU Funding & Tenders Portal – Call Details](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/competitive-calls-cs/11090?isExactMatch=true&status=31094501,31094502&order=DESC&pageNumber=4&pageSize=50&sortBy=startDate) - [Journalism Science Alliance Program Page](https://journalismsciencealliance.eu/) - [Creative Europe Programme – Cross-sectoral Strand](https://culture.ec.europa.eu/creative-europe/cross-sectoral-strand) - [European Journalism Centre](https://ejc.net/) - [NOVA University Lisbon](https://www.unl.pt/en/) --- ## Contact Information | Contact Type | Details | |----------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | General Inquiries | [Contact the European Commission](https://commission.europa.eu/about-european-commission/contact_en) | | EU Funding Portal | [EU Funding & Tenders Portal](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/support/helpdesks) | | Program Information | [Journalism Science Alliance website](https://journalismsciencealliance.eu/) |

Journalism Science Alliance - call 1

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