Projects for Education for Sustainable Development, Democracy, Legal and Peace Education, Political Education, and Violence Prevention in Schools
The state of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern supports projects that strengthen democratic awareness, intercultural tolerance, and the ability to resolve conflicts non-violently among students and teachers. The focus is on political education, violence prevention, and education for sustainable development to promote active participation in society.
Who is funded
This funding is aimed at legal entities under public and private law, as well as natural persons with their registered office and sphere of activity in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern. The focus is on projects that particularly reach students and teachers in the state and strengthen their understanding of democratic values and peaceful conflict resolution.
What is funded
The program funds projects in the areas of education for sustainable development, democracy, legal and peace education, political education, and violence prevention in schools. Grants cover material and personnel expenses, as well as travel costs for speakers and participants. Projects primarily of a tourist nature or aimed at political decision-making within organizations are not funded.
Type and Scope of Funding
Funding is provided as project funding in the form of deficit financing through a non-repayable grant. The amount of the grant depends on the type and scope of the respective project. This is a program running until the end of 2027.
Conditions and Requirements
The funding is tied to specific conditions, including adherence to democratic principles and targeting students and teachers in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern. Early project commencement is permitted upon receipt of the application, but it carries a risk. The administrative regulations for the State Budget Ordinance of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern apply.
Application Procedure
The application procedure requires a written application with a financing plan submitted to the State Centre for Political Education Mecklenburg-Vorpommern. Approval is granted by written notice. The statement of use must be submitted no later than six months after the end of the approval period.
Legal Basis
The funding is based on the Directive for the Granting of Subsidies for Projects on Education for Sustainable Development, Democracy, Legal and Peace Education, Political Education, and Violence Prevention in Schools, issued by the Ministry of Science, Culture, Federal and European Affairs of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern.
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Funding Overview
Funding Status:
Open
Deadline:
always open
Open Until:
31.12.2027
Award Channel:
Demand Driven Scheme
Region:
Mecklenburg-Vorpommern (Germany)
Sectors:
Education and Vocational Training, Environmental and Climate Protection, Social Enterprises, Cultural Institutions
Application Type:
Single Applicant
Funding Stages:
Planning, Implementation, Capacity Building, Awareness Campaigns
Funding Provider
Program Level:
Regional
Funding Body:
Ministry of Science, Culture, Federal and European Affairs of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern
Managed By:
State Centre for Political Education Mecklenburg-Vorpommern