Call for proposals to promote equality and to fight against racism, xenophobia and discrimination

Last updated: 19.7.2025
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This EU call for proposals under the Citizens, Equality, Rights and Values Programme (CERV) aims to support comprehensive actions that promote equality and actively combat all forms of discrimination, including racism and xenophobia. It specifically encourages projects focusing on diversity management, LGBTIQ+ equality, and improving public authority responses to intolerance.

Who is Funded

This section outlines the general eligibility for funding under the CERV-2023-EQUAL call, detailing the types of organizations targeted and the overarching objectives of the program, which focus on promoting equality and combating various forms of discrimination across the European Union.

What is Funded

This section details the types of projects and thematic areas eligible for funding, focusing on initiatives that directly address discrimination, promote diversity, and contribute to equality across various societal aspects within the EU.

Type and Scope of Funding

This section outlines the financial characteristics of the CERV-2023-EQUAL call, specifying the type of financial instrument used, the overall budget allocated, and the funding approach for selected projects.

Conditions and Requirements

This section details the critical rules and stipulations for organizations applying for and receiving funding under the CERV-2023-EQUAL call, covering application terms, collaboration guidelines, and specific budgetary and operational provisions.

Application Procedure

This section outlines the process for submitting proposals to the CERV-2023-EQUAL call, including key timelines and how applications are evaluated to ensure transparency and fairness in the selection process.

This section identifies the foundational legal and official documents that authorize and govern the CERV-2023-EQUAL funding program, ensuring its legitimacy and outlining the overarching regulations that shape its operation.

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Funding Overview

Funding Status

Funding Status:

Closed

Maximum Amount

Maximum Amount:

Not specified per project. The total allocated budget for this specific topic (CERV-2023-EQUAL - CERV-LS CERV Lump Sum Grants) for the year 2023 was 20,000,000 €. For lump sum grants, applicants are not required to justify costs, but a minimum 10% co-financing from the project partnership is generally assumed.

Allocated Budget

Allocated Budget:

20,000,000 €

Deadline

Deadline:

20.06.2023

Open Until

Open Until:

Ongoing

Award Channel

Award Channel:

Framework Programme Call

Region

Region:

European Union

Sectors

Sectors:

Social Enterprises, Education and Vocational Training, Research and Development, Cultural Institutions, Environmental and Climate Protection, Other

Beneficiaries

Beneficiaries:

Individuals, entrepreneurs, businesses, non-profit organizations, public sector entities, educational and research institutions, and various others engaged in social and educational services, human rights advocacy, diversity management in workplaces, and promoting LGBTIQ+ equality, across different ethnic origins, religions, and sexual orientations.

Application Type

Application Type:

Optional Consortium

Funding Stages

Funding Stages:

Other

Funding Provider

Program Level:

European Union

Funding Body:

European Commission

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