Press and media councils and professional standards

Last updated: 19.7.2025
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The "Press and media councils and professional standards" initiative, a core component of the Creative Europe Programme, is designed to fortify the role of press and media councils within the evolving media landscape. This program specifically aims to advance the development and application of ethical and professional journalistic standards, thereby bolstering media freedom and pluralism across the European Union.

Who is Funded

This section outlines the general eligibility for funding, focusing on organizations and entities within the media and cultural sectors that are committed to upholding and developing journalistic standards and media freedom. The program primarily targets European entities with a broad impact on the media environment.

What is Funded

This section details the types of projects and thematic areas eligible for funding, focusing on initiatives that enhance journalistic integrity and media self-regulation. Supported activities include developing resources, providing training, and fostering collaboration to strengthen professional media standards.

Type and Scope of Funding

This section describes the financial nature of the support provided, indicating that funding is in the form of grants. It specifies the available budget for the topic and highlights that the funding covers project-based activities aimed at strengthening media self-regulation and standards.

Conditions and Requirements

This section outlines the key conditions and requirements for applicants, emphasizing that detailed eligibility, admissibility, and evaluation criteria are found in the official Call document. It also indicates that collaborations are permitted and encouraged for project submissions.

Application Procedure

This section details the procedural aspects of applying, including the call's timeline, submission requirements, and the evaluation process. Applicants are guided to official documents for all necessary templates and specific instructions for proposal submission.

This section identifies the foundational legal documents governing the funding program, primarily situating it within the broader Creative Europe Programme. It directs potential applicants to key official texts that detail the program's operational framework and conditions.

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Funding Overview

Funding Status

Funding Status:

Closed

Maximum Amount

Maximum Amount:

1,000,000 €

Allocated Budget

Allocated Budget:

EUR 1,000,000

Deadline

Deadline:

20.09.2022

Award Channel

Award Channel:

Cascade Funding

Region

Region:

European Union

Sectors

Sectors:

Information and Communication Technology, Creative Industries, Research and Development, Other

Beneficiaries

Beneficiaries:

Press and media councils, journalists, media professionals

Application Type

Application Type:

Optional Consortium

Funding Stages

Funding Stages:

Policy Development, Implementation, Capacity Building, Other

Funding Provider

Program Level:

European Union

Funding Body:

European Commission

Managed By:

European Education and Culture Executive Agency (EACEA)

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