NEWS-Journalism partnerships

Last updated: 19.7.2025
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The "NEWS-Journalism partnerships" program, an EU action grant under the Creative Europe Programme, aims to significantly enhance the viability and competitiveness of professional journalism across Europe. It supports collaborative projects that test innovative business models, facilitate the exchange of best practices, and drive new journalistic collaborations, standards, and formats. This initiative is crucial for fostering a diverse, independent, and pluralistic media landscape.

Who is Funded

This section details the beneficiaries of the "NEWS-Journalism partnerships" program, outlining the types of organizations eligible to apply, the geographical scope of the funded activities, and the overarching objectives that the program seeks to achieve within the news media sector. The program prioritizes systemic cooperation among professional news media organizations to strengthen the journalism ecosystem.

What is Funded

This section provides a detailed overview of the types of projects and activities supported by the "NEWS-Journalism partnerships" program. It specifies the eligible sectors, clarifies what costs can be covered, and indicates the typical developmental stages of projects that align with the program's objectives.

Type and Scope of Funding

This section outlines the financial aspects of the "NEWS-Journalism partnerships" program, detailing the nature of the financial support provided, the total budget available, and the financial structure of the grants.

Conditions and Requirements

This section details the essential rules, regulations, and specific conditions that applicants and beneficiaries must adhere to throughout the application and project implementation phases of the "NEWS-Journalism partnerships" program.

Application Procedure

This section guides potential applicants through the process of applying for the "NEWS-Journalism partnerships" program, from preparation and submission to the evaluation and notification of award decisions.

This section provides an overview of the foundational legal and official documents that authorize and govern the "NEWS-Journalism partnerships" funding program, clarifying its mandate and the regulations that shape its implementation.

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Funding Overview

Funding Status

Funding Status:

Closed

Maximum Amount

Maximum Amount:

7,600,000 EUR

Allocated Budget

Allocated Budget:

7,600,000 EUR

Award Channel

Award Channel:

Framework Programme Call

Region

Region:

EU Member States and specific non-EU countries participating in the Creative Europe Programme.

Sectors

Sectors:

Information and Communication Technology, Creative Industries, Education and Vocational Training, Research and Development, Other

Beneficiaries

Beneficiaries:

News media organisations, journalists, media professionals

Application Type

Application Type:

Consortium Required

Funding Stages

Funding Stages:

Applied Research, Experimental Development, Pilot Testing, Product Development, Process Optimization, Market Introduction, Scaling, Capacity Building

Funding Provider

Program Level:

European Union

Funding Body:

European Commission

Managed By:

European Education and Culture Executive Agency (EACEA)

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