Preparing for Tomorrow – Societies and Strategies in Times of Transition
Supports international, interdisciplinary research in social sciences and humanities to help societies anticipate and respond to future crises and transitions.
Funder: Research Council of Finland
Due Dates: July 8, 2026 (Letter of Intent) | October 28, 2026 (Full application)
Funding Amounts: Up to €1,000,000 for Finnish teams; project duration 24–36 months
Summary: Supports international, transdisciplinary research in social sciences and humanities to help societies anticipate and respond to future challenges.
Key Information: Requires collaboration between at least three co-PIs from three participating countries, including both sides of the Atlantic.
Description
This international funding opportunity, under the Trans-Atlantic Platform for the Social Sciences and Humanities (T-AP), supports collaborative research projects that focus on preparing societies for future transitions and challenges. The call invites proposals addressing uncertainty, crisis perspectives, response strategies, and normative approaches to societal preparedness. Projects must be transnational, involving researchers from at least three T-AP participating countries, and are expected to foster innovative, interdisciplinary approaches in the social sciences and humanities. The initiative aims to generate knowledge that strengthens society's resilience, informs policy, and enhances preparedness for emerging risks and opportunities.
