Support to the European Platform on Combatting Homelessness
The ESF-2023-EPOCH call supports the European Platform on Combatting Homelessness, an EU action grant under the European Social Fund Plus (ESF+) Employment and Social Innovation (EaSI) strand. This initiative promotes capacity and knowledge building in homelessness and housing exclusion, aiming to reduce homelessness across the EU by 2030 through mutual learning and good practice dissemination. It uniquely targets partners already engaged via a framework partnership agreement, fostering a collaborative approach to a critical social challenge.
Who is Funded
The European Platform on Combatting Homelessness, ESF-2023-EPOCH, is designed to support a broad range of entities dedicated to social inclusion and housing stability across Europe. Eligible applicants include legal entities from EU Member States, EEA, and associated countries, with a particular focus on those already part of a framework partnership agreement. The program aims to foster mutual learning and strategic policy development to significantly reduce homelessness.
What is Funded
This funding call targets specific activities designed to combat homelessness and housing exclusion. It supports the development and dissemination of learning and analytical tools, mutual learning initiatives, and awareness-raising campaigns, with a strong emphasis on practical, policy-informing outputs. Only explicitly defined eligible costs will be reimbursed, ensuring that projects align with the program's strategic objectives and contribute to tangible outcomes.
Type and Scope of Funding
The ESF-2023-EPOCH funding is provided as an EU action grant, with a total allocated budget of EUR 740,000.00 for the call. Projects are typically expected to have a duration of 24 months, with a funding rate of 90% of eligible costs. This structure ensures significant financial support for comprehensive, impactful initiatives in combatting homelessness.
Conditions and Requirements
Applicants and beneficiaries under the ESF-2023-EPOCH program must adhere to strict conditions regarding application submission, consortium formation, budget management, and overall project implementation. Compliance with these rules, including the 'no-profit' and 'no double funding' principles, is crucial for successful participation and grant management.
Application Procedure
The application process for the ESF-2023-EPOCH program is entirely electronic, requiring submission via the EU Funding & Tenders Portal. The evaluation follows a single-stage, one-step process, with successful applicants progressing to grant preparation. This streamlined procedure ensures efficient assessment and clear communication of funding decisions.
Legal Basis
The ESF-2023-EPOCH funding program is rooted in robust legal foundations established by key EU regulations. These legal texts dictate the program's objectives, scope, and operational modalities, ensuring its legitimacy and alignment with broader European social policies.
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Funding Overview
Funding Status:
Closed
Maximum Amount:
740,000.00 €
Allocated Budget:
740,000.00 €
Deadline:
06.06.2023
Open Until:
Ongoing
Award Channel:
Individual Aid
Region:
EU Member States, EEA countries, EU acceding countries, candidate countries and potential candidate countries, and third countries having signed an agreement to participate in the strand or listed in the EaSI work programme.
Sectors:
Research and Development, Social Enterprises, Other
Beneficiaries:
Organizations and entities working on homelessness and housing exclusion, policymakers, people experiencing homelessness
Application Type:
Optional Consortium
Funding Stages:
Policy Development, Capacity Building, Awareness Campaigns
Funding Provider
Program Level:
European Union
Funding Body:
European Commission
Managed By:
European Commission's DG EMPL
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