Boosting Digital Skills of young pupils, in particular girls
This EU funding program aims to address the significant shortage of digital and ICT specialists by boosting digital skills among young pupils, particularly girls. It seeks to increase their interest in STEM and ICT studies and careers through innovative, hands-on activities and strategic initiatives, fostering gender convergence in digital fields. The program also scales up the successful EU Code Week initiative across Europe.
Who is Funded
This section outlines the eligibility criteria for applicants, the geographical scope of the program, and its overarching strategic objectives, focusing on increasing participation in digital studies and careers for young pupils, especially girls.
What is Funded
This section provides details on the types of projects, thematic areas, and activities eligible for funding. It also clarifies acceptable costs and the typical developmental stage of supported initiatives, highlighting a focus on hands-on and challenge-based learning to promote digital studies and careers.
Type and Scope of Funding
This section details the nature of the financial support available, including the type of funding instrument and the maximum funding amount per project. The program primarily offers grant funding with a specific financial ceiling.
Conditions and Requirements
This section outlines crucial legal, administrative, and collaborative conditions for applicants and beneficiaries, covering application terms, consortium requirements, and budget stipulations to ensure compliance and effective program implementation.
Application Procedure
This section details the application process, from submission requirements to the evaluation and selection procedures for proposals. It also highlights how decisions are made and communicated to applicants.
Legal Basis
This section outlines the foundational legal and official documents that authorize, establish, and govern the funding program, ensuring its legitimacy and operational framework.
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Funding Overview
Funding Status:
Closed
Maximum Amount:
6,000,000 €
Allocated Budget:
6,000,000 €
Deadline:
26.09.2023
Open Until:
31.12.2027
Award Channel:
Competitive Tender
Region:
EU Member States (including Overseas Countries and Territories - OCTs), listed EEA countries, and countries associated with the Digital Europe Programme or those in ongoing negotiations for an association agreement that enters into force before grant signature.
Sectors:
Information and Communication Technology, Education and Vocational Training, Research and Development, Healthcare
Beneficiaries:
Young pupils (in particular girls), teachers, school leaders, students
Application Type:
Consortium Required
Funding Stages:
Basic Research, Applied Research, Experimental Development, Prototyping, Pilot Testing, Product Development, Process Optimization, Market Introduction, Scaling, Commercialization, Planning, Policy Development, Implementation, Infrastructure, Service Delivery, Capacity Building, Awareness Campaigns, Monitoring, Evaluation, Other
Funding Provider
Program Level:
European Union
Funding Body:
European Commission
Managed By:
European Commission
Additional Partners:
The current network of volunteer EU Code Week ambassadors, leading teachers, EU Code Week partners (companies, coding clubs), and active EU Code Week coordinators at education ministries or other educational authorities.
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