The role of social economy in addressing social exclusion, providing quality jobs and greater sustainability
This Horizon Europe call focuses on harnessing the potential of the social economy to combat social exclusion, foster quality employment, and advance sustainability. It seeks innovative research and practical solutions to integrate social economy organisations more effectively into policymaking, particularly concerning vulnerable groups and service provision in areas like long-term care.
Who is Funded
This section outlines the eligibility criteria for applicants, the geographical scope of the program, and its primary objectives, emphasizing the program's focus on supporting social economy entities across Europe and beyond.
What is Funded
This section details the types of projects and thematic areas eligible for funding, focusing on how the social economy can provide innovative solutions to societal challenges and improve working conditions, particularly in the care sector.
Type and Scope of Funding
This section provides information on the financial aspects of the program, including the type of financial instrument used and the maximum funding available per project, emphasizing grant-based support.
Conditions and Requirements
This section details the essential conditions and requirements for applicants, covering everything from submission criteria to financial stipulations and ethical considerations, drawing from the comprehensive Horizon Europe General Annexes.
Application Procedure
This section outlines the process for submitting applications and the subsequent evaluation and selection procedures for this call under Horizon Europe.
Legal Basis
This section outlines the fundamental legal framework governing the Horizon Europe program and this specific funding call, directing applicants to official documents for detailed legal provisions and compliance requirements.
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Funding Overview
Funding Status:
Closed
Maximum Amount:
3,000,000 €
Allocated Budget:
10,000,000 €
Open Until:
Ongoing
Award Channel:
Framework Programme Call
Region:
EU, Associated Countries, and Third Countries
Sectors:
Social Enterprises, Healthcare, Education and Vocational Training, Research and Development, Environmental and Climate Protection, Information and Communication Technology, Service Sector, Tourism, Cultural Institutions, Other
Beneficiaries:
Social economy, disadvantaged groups, people with disabilities, rural communities
Application Type:
Consortium Required
Funding Stages:
Applied Research, Experimental Development, Policy Development, Implementation, Capacity Building, Awareness Campaigns, Evaluation
Funding Provider
Program Level:
European Union
Funding Body:
European Commission
Managed By:
European Research Executive Agency (REA)
Additional Partners:
European Research Executive Agency (REA) for evaluation process observation; Horizon Europe (HORIZON) as framework programme; National Contact Points (NCPs); Enterprise Europe Network (EEN); European IPR Helpdesk; CEN-CENELEC Research Helpdesk; ETSI Research Helpdesk.
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