Enhancing social inclusion in rural areas: focus on people in a vulnerable situation and social economy

Last updated: 16.7.2025
Grant

The HORIZON-CL6-2023-COMMUNITIES-01-1 topic, part of the broader Horizon Europe call 'Resilient, inclusive, healthy and green rural, coastal and urban communities', aimed to foster sustainable and inclusive development in European rural areas. This grant program focused on enhancing social inclusion and supporting the social economy, particularly for vulnerable populations, through research and innovation actions.

Who is Funded

This program targets a wide range of entities and individuals across Europe, with a specific focus on those involved in social inclusion, social economy, and rural development. The primary objective is to improve the well-being and participation of vulnerable populations in rural, coastal, and urban communities, fostering equitable and sustainable development.

What is Funded

The program funded research and innovation actions aimed at addressing social inclusion and social economy challenges within European rural areas, with an emphasis on practical, innovative solutions and a strong multidisciplinary approach.

Type and Scope of Funding

This program provided grant funding with a defined budget for individual projects, forming part of a broader Horizon Europe call for proposals.

Conditions and Requirements

Applicants were required to meet specific conditions related to proposal admissibility, consortium structure, and adherence to general program guidelines for Horizon Europe.

Application Procedure

The application process involved a single-stage submission, followed by an evaluation procedure to determine successful proposals.

This funding program operates under a robust legal framework established by the European Union, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and policies governing research and innovation funding.

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Funding Overview

Funding Status

Funding Status:

Closed

Maximum Amount

Maximum Amount:

5,000,000 €

Allocated Budget

Allocated Budget:

10,000,000 €

Deadline

Deadline:

12.04.2023

Award Channel

Award Channel:

Framework Programme Call

Region

Region:

European rural, coastal, and urban areas, including remote rural areas, EU's outermost regions (as defined in article 349 TFEU), coastal and mountain areas, and areas close to towns and cities. The Arctic is also a specific focus.

Sectors

Sectors:

Agriculture and Agribusiness, Social Enterprises, Environmental and Climate Protection, Information and Communication Technology, Research and Development, Service Sector, Other

Beneficiaries

Beneficiaries:

People in vulnerable situation and social economy

Application Type

Application Type:

Consortium Required

Funding Stages

Funding Stages:

Applied Research, Experimental Development, Pilot Testing, Implementation, Policy Development

Funding Provider

Program Level:

European Union

Funding Body:

European Commission

Managed By:

Research Executive Agency

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