CERV-2023-CITIZENS-CIV
Citizens’ engagement and participation
Plain-language summary
EU funding for projects enhancing citizens' engagement, participation, and democratic legitimacy across Europe.
This call supports initiatives that promote citizen involvement in democracy and societal challenges. It targets activities like combating disinformation, fostering inclusion, and encouraging civic participation. The aim is to strengthen European democracy and solidarity.
Likely relevant for
- Civil society organisations
- Local and regional authorities
- Non-profit organisations
- Universities and research institutions
- Human rights defenders
- Media and journalists
Project signals
Focus on democratic legitimacy and citizen empowermentActivities addressing misinformation and hate speechProjects promoting environmental and climate awarenessInitiatives supporting free and fair elections and human rights protection
What it funds
- Projects promoting citizens' engagement and participation in democratic processes
- Activities enhancing media literacy and combating disinformation
- Initiatives supporting social inclusion, youth involvement, and human rights defenders
- Campaigns and workshops fostering democratic debate and cohesion
Expected outcomes
- Increased citizen participation in democratic life
- Improved media literacy and reduced misinformation
- Strengthened social cohesion and inclusion
- Enhanced protection of human rights and democratic values
Who can apply / participate
- Non-profit organisations
- Civil society organisations
- Local and regional authorities
- Universities and research institutions
- Human rights defenders and related groups
- Single-stage submission model; consortium requirements must be verified in call documents
- Applicants from EU Member States and associated countries
- Eligibility criteria to be confirmed from official call documents
- Exact consortium size and composition
- Specific funding rates and budget limits
Must check before shortlisting
- Specific eligibility criteria and consortium requirements
- Budget and funding conditions
- Submission deadlines and application procedures
Money
Budget details and funding rates are not clearly stated in the call overview and must be checked in official documents.
Application notes
- Single-stage submission model; applicants submit full proposals by the deadline.
- Check official call documents for detailed eligibility and submission requirements
Derived from official EU Funding portal source · updated 2 Jul 2026, 08:12 UTC. Use this as a shortlisting aid; the official call text remains authoritative.
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