Boosting Digital Skills of young pupils, in particular girls

Last updated: 21.7.2025
Grant

The "Boosting Digital Skills of young pupils, in particular girls" program is a key initiative under the Digital Europe Programme, aiming to significantly enhance digital literacy and foster interest in STEM and ICT careers among young Europeans, with a special focus on achieving gender balance. This program facilitates robust cooperation between educational institutions, businesses, and research bodies, while also scaling up the highly successful EU Code Week initiative. Through targeted actions and innovative learning approaches, it seeks to address the critical shortage of digital specialists and promote a mind-set shift towards digital fields from an early age.

Who is Funded

This section outlines the eligibility criteria for organizations and entities seeking funding, defines the geographical scope of the program's activities, and details the primary strategic objectives it aims to achieve. The program is designed to support a wide range of legal entities across European Union Member States and associated countries, with a clear focus on enhancing digital skills and promoting STEM and ICT careers, especially among young girls.

What is Funded

This section details the types of projects and activities eligible for funding, specifies the thematic areas supported, and outlines the typical developmental stages of projects. It also provides information on eligible and excluded costs, ensuring clarity on financial aspects.

Type and Scope of Funding

This section provides detailed information on the financial nature of the support, including the type of financial instrument, the maximum funding available per project, and specific rules regarding cost contributions. It also clarifies the expected project duration.

Conditions and Requirements

This section outlines the essential rules, regulations, and specific conditions that applicants and beneficiaries must adhere to throughout the application and project implementation phases. Key aspects include application terms, consortium formation rules, budget stipulations, and other important provisions.

Application Procedure

This section provides an overview of the application process, from submission guidelines and required documentation to the evaluation and selection mechanisms. It covers crucial steps and timelines for prospective applicants.

This section details the foundational legal and official documents that legitimize and govern the "Boosting Digital Skills of young pupils, in particular girls" funding program, ensuring transparency and adherence to established European regulations.

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Funding Overview

Funding Status

Funding Status:

Closed

Maximum Amount

Maximum Amount:

6.000.000 €

Allocated Budget

Allocated Budget:

EUR 6.000.000

Deadline

Deadline:

26.09.2023

Award Channel

Award Channel:

Competitive Tender

Region

Region:

EU Member States (including overseas countries and territories (OCTs)), listed EEA countries, countries associated to the Digital Europe Programme, and countries in ongoing negotiations for an association agreement where the agreement enters into force before grant signature.

Sectors

Sectors:

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

Application Type

Application Type:

Consortium Required

Funding Stages

Funding Stages:

Basic Research, Applied Research, Experimental Development, Prototyping, Pilot Testing, Product Development, Process Optimization, Market Introduction, Scaling, Commercialization, Planning, Policy Development, Implementation, Service Delivery, Capacity Building, Awareness Campaigns, Evaluation, Other

Funding Provider

Program Level:

European Union

Funding Body:

European Commission

Managed By:

European Commission

Additional Partners:

EU Code Week ambassadors, Leading teachers, educational policy makers (Ministries of Education), school agencies, other educational authorities and organisations, companies, coding clubs

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