Boosting Digital Skills of young pupils, in particular girls
This program aimed to significantly boost digital skills among young pupils, with a particular focus on increasing girls' participation in STEM and ICT fields. It supported joint actions between leading technical higher education institutions, businesses, and schools, and sought to scale up the popular EU Code Week initiative. The objective was to address the critical shortage of digital specialists and promote gender convergence in digital studies.
Who is Funded
This section outlines the eligibility criteria for applicants, the geographical regions covered by the program, and its primary objectives, which focus on enhancing digital skills and promoting STEM careers among young people, especially girls.
What is Funded
This section details the types of projects, thematic areas, and activities that were eligible for funding, alongside information on eligible and excluded costs and the typical developmental stage of supported initiatives.
Type and Scope of Funding
This section provides an overview of the financial support structure, including the type of financial instrument used and the maximum funding available per project.
Conditions and Requirements
This section details the critical rules and stipulations for applicants and beneficiaries, covering application terms, collaboration requirements, and specific financial provisions.
Application Procedure
This section outlines the process for submitting applications, including the stages of evaluation and how selection decisions were made.
Legal Basis
This section details the primary legal and official documents that serve as the foundation for the funding program, outlining its authorization and the regulations that govern its operations.
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Funding Overview
Funding Status:
Closed
Maximum Amount:
6,000,000 EUR
Allocated Budget:
6,000,000 €
Deadline:
26.09.2023
Award Channel:
Competitive Tender
Region:
European Union, EEA countries, Countries associated with Digital Europe Programme
Sectors:
Information and Communication Technology, Education and Vocational Training, Research and Development, Healthcare
Beneficiaries:
Young pupils, in particular girls; students in STEM/ICT; teachers; school leaders
Application Type:
Consortium Required
Funding Stages:
Capacity Building, Awareness Campaigns, Service Delivery, Pilot Testing, Policy Development
Funding Provider
Program Level:
European Union
Funding Body:
European Commission
Additional Partners:
EU Code Week ambassadors, leading teachers, current EU Code Week coordinators at education ministries or other educational authorities and organizations, existing EU Code Week partners (e.g., companies, coding clubs)
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