Promoting rights and values by empowering the civic space

Last updated: 19.7.2025
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The 'Promoting rights and values by empowering the civic space' call supports civil society actors in upholding fundamental rights and strengthening their resilience. This initiative aims to foster collaborative efforts at local, regional, and national levels, while establishing vital communication channels with the EU to address concerns regarding civic space.

Who is Funded: Eligible Participants and Objectives

This section outlines the eligibility criteria for applicants, the geographical areas where projects can be implemented, and the overarching goals that the 'Promoting rights and values by empowering the civic space' program aims to achieve.

What is Funded: Project Scope and Focus Areas

This section details the types of projects and activities eligible for funding under the 'Promoting rights and values by empowering the civic space' program, including the thematic areas supported and considerations for project costs and stages.

Type and Scope of Funding: Financial Details

This section provides an overview of the financial support available, including the type of funding instrument, the total budget for the call, minimum and maximum grant amounts per project, and general co-financing rules.

Conditions and Requirements: Rules for Participation

This section details the critical rules, regulations, and specific requirements for applicants and beneficiaries, covering aspects from application terms and consortium rules to special regulations and ethical considerations.

Application Procedure: Steps and Evaluation

This section guides potential applicants through the key steps involved in applying for the 'Promoting rights and values by empowering the civic space' program, from submission to the evaluation and selection processes.

This section identifies the foundational legal and official documents that authorize and govern the 'Promoting rights and values by empowering the civic space' program, providing insight into its legal framework.

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Funding Overview

Funding Status

Funding Status:

Closed

Maximum Amount

Maximum Amount:

Minimum 75.000 €

Allocated Budget

Allocated Budget:

16.000.000 €

Open Until

Open Until:

31.12.2027

Award Channel

Award Channel:

Framework Programme Call

Region

Region:

EU Member States, Overseas Countries and Territories (OCTs), and non-EU countries associated with the CERV Programme

Sectors

Sectors:

Service Sector, Research and Development, Education and Vocational Training, Information and Communication Technology

Beneficiaries

Beneficiaries:

Civil society organisations, human rights defenders

Application Type

Application Type:

Optional Consortium

Funding Stages

Funding Stages:

Capacity Building, Awareness Campaigns, Monitoring, Policy Development, Implementation

Funding Provider

Program Level:

European Union

Funding Body:

European Commission

Managed By:

European Education and Culture Executive Agency (EACEA)

Additional Partners:

National Human Rights Institutions (NHRIs), equality bodies, Ombuds-institutions, national Charter Focal Points

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