Literacy and Improvement of Adult Basic Education (Literacy Guideline for the European Social Fund Plus – ESF-RL-Alpha)
The state of Saxony-Anhalt, through the ESF-RL-Alpha, promotes measures for adult literacy and basic education to improve their reading, writing, and fundamental competencies. The program is co-financed by the European Social Fund Plus (ESF+) and targets adult education institutions based in the state. The goal is to increase social participation and employability for individuals with low literacy.
Who is funded: Target groups and regional focus
This funding program targets adult education institutions with a registered office and experience in Saxony-Anhalt. It aims to improve the reading and writing skills and basic education competencies of adults in the region and strengthen their social participation.
What is funded: Measures and eligible expenditures
The program supports various measures to improve adult basic education, including educational events, the establishment of regional basic education centers, awareness projects, and the qualification of pedagogical staff. Both direct personnel and material expenses are funded, with lump sums applied for indirect costs.
Type and Scope of Funding
The program awards non-repayable grants as project funding with co-financing. Up to 80 percent of eligible expenditures are funded, with a minimum funding volume of 50,000 Euros per project required. Project durations vary depending on the funding item.
Conditions and Requirements
Specific criteria regarding suitability, economic capacity, and content focus must be met for application and project implementation. Special provisions apply to collaborations, budget utilization, and consideration of accessibility.
Application Procedure
The application for the program must be submitted to the State Administration Office Saxony-Anhalt by April 30 of the preceding year for the respective funding year. Project selection is carried out by a jury based on selection criteria and a ranking list.
Legal Basis of the Funding Program
The funding program is based on the Literacy Guideline for the European Social Fund Plus (ESF-RL-Alpha) and is supported by a series of EU regulations and national/regional budgetary provisions.
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Funding Overview
Funding Status:
Open
Maximum Amount:
80 percent
Deadline:
30.04.2026
Open Until:
31.12.2029
Award Channel:
Competitive Tender
Region:
Saxony-Anhalt (Germany)
Sectors:
Education and Vocational Training, Social Enterprises, Research and Development
Beneficiaries:
Adult education, literacy, basic education
Application Type:
Optional Consortium
Funding Stages:
Implementation, Infrastructure, Service Delivery, Awareness Campaigns, Capacity Building, Experimental Development, Pilot Testing
Funding Provider
Program Level:
Regional
Funding Body:
Ministry of Education of the State of Saxony-Anhalt
Managed By:
State Administration Office Saxony-Anhalt, ESF Funding Department (Department 302)
Additional Partners:
Specialized and Coordination Office for Literacy and Basic Education (under cooperative sponsorship of the State Association of Adult Education Centers and Rural Adult Education)
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