Adult Literacy and Basic Education in Brandenburg

This funding program targets a wide range of institutions and organizations in the state of Brandenburg dedicated to adult literacy and basic education. The aim is to support individuals aged 16 and over with deficits in written language skills who reside in Brandenburg.

The program promotes various measures for adult literacy and basic education, from the establishment of regional basic education centers to the implementation of courses and the qualification of pedagogical staff. Supported content includes, in addition to reading and writing skills, basic skills in mathematics, digital media, and other topics relevant to social and professional integration.

The program offers financial support in the form of grants, which are awarded as partial or full financing depending on the funding object. The maximum funding amount varies, and projects can have a duration of up to three years, with the possibility of extension.

Various conditions and requirements must be observed for the successful application and implementation of the funded measures. These include specific criteria for applicants, cooperation obligations, compliance with state aid regulations, and detailed rules for budgeting and observing overarching principles such as equality and sustainability.

Applications for funding are submitted online via the customer portal of the Investitionsbank des Landes Brandenburg (ILB). Approval is based on the application and the submitted documents, with the ILB deciding on the grant of funding in cooperation with the responsible ministries.

The funding program is legitimized by a specific guideline of the state of Brandenburg and is based on budget regulations and EU regulations, particularly in the context of the European Social Fund Plus (ESF+). It is subject to comprehensive legal frameworks and state aid regulations.