Testing and implementation of research results fostering democracy and governance

The 'Testing and implementation of research results fostering democracy and governance' program targets consortia comprised of non-academic end-user organizations and research entities across EU Member States, Associated Countries, and specific third countries. Its core objective is to translate previously funded EU research into tangible improvements in democratic governance and civic engagement.

This program supports projects focused on the practical application and scaling of existing research findings within the fields of democracy and governance. It emphasizes translating knowledge into actionable solutions and innovative practices, covering costs associated with testing and implementation rather than initial research phases.

The program provides grant funding as lump sum contributions, with a total budget of EUR 4,000,000 for this specific topic, allocated to a maximum of one project. Financial support to third parties is permitted up to EUR 100,000 per entity.

Applicants must adhere to general Horizon Europe conditions regarding admissibility, eligibility, and financial capacity. A key requirement is the formation of consortia that include at least two non-academic end-user organizations from different EU Member States or Associated Countries, focusing on implementing publicly funded research results from 2023 onwards.

The application process for this call is now closed. Proposals were submitted as single-stage applications, which were then evaluated against specific criteria outlined in official program annexes, with the granting authority selecting a maximum of one project for funding.

This program is established and governed by comprehensive EU legal and policy frameworks, including the core Horizon Europe regulations and specific decisions on lump sum funding. These foundational documents define its mandate, operational rules, and financial mechanisms.