Strategic litigation

Last updated: 19.7.2025
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The "Strategic litigation" funding program, part of the EU's Citizens, Equality, Rights and Values Programme (CERV), supports civil society organisations and legal professionals. Its primary goal is to bolster their capacity and expertise in strategic litigation, ensuring the effective application of the EU Charter of Fundamental Rights and improving access to justice across the European Union.

Who is Funded by Strategic Litigation

This section outlines the beneficiaries, geographical scope, and overarching aims of the Strategic Litigation program. It targets civil society organizations and legal professionals within the European Union, empowering them to actively promote and protect fundamental rights through legal action.

What is Funded through Strategic Litigation Projects

This section details the types of projects and activities eligible for funding under the Strategic Litigation program, emphasizing human rights and legal empowerment. It aims to support initiatives that enhance legal practices and knowledge, especially in areas relating to EU law and fundamental rights, including protection against abusive legal actions.

Type and Scope of Strategic Litigation Funding

This section outlines the financial aspects of the Strategic Litigation program, including the type of financial support and the overall budget allocated for the call. It is structured as a grant-based funding scheme by the European Union.

Conditions and Requirements for Strategic Litigation Applicants

This section details the key conditions and requirements for applicants to the Strategic Litigation program, covering aspects from application terms to collaboration structures. It highlights the mandatory aspects for successful participation.

Strategic Litigation Application Procedure

This section outlines the application timeline and the process through which proposals for the Strategic Litigation program are submitted and evaluated, from the call's publication to the final grant agreement. It includes key dates and details on how evaluation results are communicated.

This section clarifies the official documents and frameworks that provide the legal foundation and governance for the Strategic Litigation funding program, ensuring its mandate and operational guidelines are transparent.

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Funding Overview

Funding Status

Funding Status:

Closed

Allocated Budget

Allocated Budget:

16.000.000 EUR

Award Channel

Award Channel:

Framework Programme Call

Region

Region:

European Union

Sectors

Sectors:

Research and Development, Service Sector, Environmental and Climate Protection, Social Enterprises, Other

Application Type

Application Type:

Optional Consortium

Funding Stages

Funding Stages:

Capacity Building, Implementation

Funding Provider

Program Level:

European Union

Funding Body:

European Commission

Managed By:

European Education and Culture Executive Agency (EACEA)

Additional Partners:

Various organisations including cooperatives, SMEs, non-governmental organisations (NGOs), research organisations, public organisations, and consultancies, offering expertise in areas such as social research, human rights, justice, security, civil protection, crisis management, cybersecurity, policy intervention, capacity building, democracy building, institutional regeneration, rule of law, e-learning, gamification, and dissemination.

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