Call for proposals for action grants to support transnational projects on judicial training covering civil law, criminal law or fundamental rights

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Code: 38956 | Identifier Code: JUST-2026-JTRA | Programme name: 2915 | Start submission calls: 11/12/2025 | End submission calls: 03/03/2026

The objective of this call is to contribute to the effective and consistent application of EU law, including the Charter of Fundamental Rights of the EU, by helping to address the training needs of justice professionals in line with the new Judicial Training Strategy.

This call finances also training activities and tools for training providers to be then rolled out at national level.

European Startup and Scaleup Hubs pilot

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Code: 38954 | Identifier Code: HORIZON-EIE-2026-02-CONNECT-01 | Programme name: 2939 | Sub-program: European Innovation Ecosystems (EIE) | Start submission calls: 11/12/2025 | End submission calls: 10/03/2026

This action builds upon the EU’s strategic vision outlined in the EU Competitiveness Compass, the EIC scaling strategy, and the EU Startup and Scaleup Strategy.

It aligns with the objectives of strengthening Europe’s deep tech capabilities, increasing regional innovation cohesion and supporting the growth of globally competitive companies.

Upskilling and reskilling

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Code: 38951 | Identifier Code: PPPA-2026-TOURISM-CAPACITY-BUILDING | Programme name: 2280 | Start submission calls: 09/12/2025 | End submission calls: 04/03/2026

This preparatory action aims to support destination management organisations (DMOs), SMEs and other tourism stakeholders to fully participate in the preparation of the tourism data space and the Tourism Knowledge hub by easing their access through the creation of multiple tools. This project also contributes to the Pact for Skills for the Tourism Ecosystem.

Adult Education: Motivation in Motion: Empowering Adults to Up- and Reskilling

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Code: 38948 | Identifier Code: ERASMUS-EDU-2026-POL-EXP-T10-ADULT-EMPOWER | Programme name: 2918 | Sub-program: Key Action 3 (KA3) – Support to Policy Development and cooperation | Start submission calls: 06/01/2026 | End submission calls: 08/04/2026

European policy experimentations are transnational cooperation projects that involve developing, implementing and testing the relevance, effectiveness, potential impact and scalability of activities to address policy priorities in different countries.

By combining strategic leadership, methodological soundness, and a strong European dimension, they enable mutual learning and support evidence-based policy at European level.

Adult Education: Support to the Regional Skills Partnerships in the Pact for Skills

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Code: 38946 | Identifier Code: ERASMUS-EDU-2026-POL-EXP-T09-ADULT-PS | Programme name: 2918 | Sub-program: Key Action 3 (KA3) – Support to Policy Development and cooperation | Start submission calls: 06/01/2026 | End submission calls: 08/04/2026

European policy experimentations are transnational cooperation projects that involve developing, implementing and testing the relevance, effectiveness, potential impact and scalability of activities to address policy priorities in different countries.

By combining strategic leadership, methodological soundness, and a strong European dimension, they enable mutual learning and support evidence-based policy at European level.

Vocational Education and Training: Improving transparency and recognition of VET qualifications

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Code: 38944 | Identifier Code: ERASMUS-EDU-2026-POL-EXP-T08-VET-QUALIFICATIONS | Programme name: 2918 | Sub-program: Key Action 3 (KA3) – Support to Policy Development and cooperation | Start submission calls: 06/01/2026 | End submission calls: 08/04/2026

European policy experimentations are transnational cooperation projects that involve developing, implementing and testing the relevance, effectiveness, potential impact and scalability of activities to address policy priorities in different countries.

By combining strategic leadership, methodological soundness, and a strong European dimension, they enable mutual learning and support evidence-based policy at European level.

Vocational Education and Training: Developing basic skills in Vocational Education and Training

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Code: 38942 | Identifier Code: ERASMUS-EDU-2026-POL-EXP-T07-VET-BS | Programme name: 2918 | Sub-program: Key Action 3 (KA3) – Support to Policy Development and cooperation | Start submission calls: 06/01/2026 | End submission calls: 08/04/2026

European policy experimentations are transnational cooperation projects that involve developing, implementing and testing the relevance, effectiveness, potential impact and scalability of activities to address policy priorities in different countries.

By combining strategic leadership, methodological soundness, and a strong European dimension, they enable mutual learning and support evidence-based policy at European level.

School Education: Proficiency in basic skills

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Code: 38940 | Identifier Code: ERASMUS-EDU-2026-POL-EXP-T06-SCHOOL-BS | Programme name: 2918 | Sub-program: Key Action 3 (KA3) – Support to Policy Development and cooperation | Start submission calls: 06/01/2026 | End submission calls: 08/04/2026

European policy experimentations are transnational cooperation projects that involve developing, implementing and testing the relevance, effectiveness, potential impact and scalability of activities to address policy priorities in different countries.

By combining strategic leadership, methodological soundness, and a strong European dimension, they enable mutual learning and support evidence-based policy at European level.

School Education: STEM Education Centres

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Code: 38938 | Identifier Code: ERASMUS-EDU-2026-POL-EXP-T05-SCHOOL-STEM | Programme name: 2918 | Sub-program: Key Action 3 (KA3) – Support to Policy Development and cooperation | Start submission calls: 06/01/2026 | End submission calls: 08/04/2026

European policy experimentations are transnational cooperation projects that involve developing, implementing and testing the relevance, effectiveness, potential impact and scalability of activities to address policy priorities in different countries.

By combining strategic leadership, methodological soundness, and a strong European dimension, they enable mutual learning and support evidence-based policy at European level.

Micro-credentials – focus on eco-systems

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Code: 38935 | Identifier Code: ERASMUS-EDU-2026-POL-EXP-T04-MICRO-CRED | Programme name: 2918 | Sub-program: Key Action 3 (KA3) – Support to Policy Development and cooperation | Start submission calls: 06/01/2026 | End submission calls: 08/04/2026

European policy experimentations are transnational cooperation projects that involve developing, implementing and testing the relevance, effectiveness, potential impact and scalability of activities to address policy priorities in different countries. By combining strategic leadership, methodological soundness, and a strong European dimension, they enable mutual learning and support evidence-based policy at European level.

Digital Education: AI-powered Personalised Learning Pathways for Basic Skills

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Code: 38933 | Identifier Code: ERASMUS-EDU-2026-POL-EXP-T03-DIGITAL-BS | Programme name: 2918 | Sub-program: Key Action 3 (KA3) – Support to Policy Development and cooperation | Start submission calls: 06/01/2026 | End submission calls: 08/04/2026

European policy experimentations are transnational cooperation projects that involve developing, implementing and testing the relevance, effectiveness, potential impact and scalability of activities to address policy priorities in different countries. By combining strategic leadership, methodological soundness, and a strong European dimension, they enable mutual learning and support evidence-based policy at European level.

Digital Education: Public-private partnerships for ethical design, development and use of Artificial Intelligence tools in education and training

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Code: 38930 | Identifier Code: ERASMUS-EDU-2026-POL-EXP-T02-DIGITAL-ETHICSAI | Programme name: 2918 | Sub-program: Key Action 3 (KA3) – Support to Policy Development and cooperation | Start submission calls: 06/01/2026 | End submission calls: 08/04/2026

European policy experimentations are transnational cooperation projects that involve developing, implementing and testing the relevance, effectiveness, potential impact and scalability of activities to address policy priorities in different countries.

By combining strategic leadership, methodological soundness, and a strong European dimension, they enable mutual learning and support evidence-based policy at European level.

Digital Education Content: success factors in decision making and use by teachers, trainers and school/institution leaders

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Code: 38928 | Identifier Code: ERASMUS-EDU-2026-POL-EXP-T01-DIGITAL-CONTENT | Programme name: 2918 | Sub-program: Key Action 3 (KA3) – Support to Policy Development and cooperation | Start submission calls: 06/01/2026 | End submission calls: 08/04/2026

European policy experimentations are transnational cooperation projects that involve developing, implementing and testing the relevance, effectiveness, potential impact and scalability of activities to address policy priorities in different countries.

By combining strategic leadership, methodological soundness, and a strong European dimension, they enable mutual learning and support evidence-based policy at European level.

Pillar IV: Advancing Knowledge for ERA

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Code: 38925 | Identifier Code: HORIZON-WIDERA-2026-06-ERA-08 | Programme name: 2939 | Sub-program: Widening Participation and Spreading Excellence (2021-2027) | Start submission calls: 10/12/2025 | End submission calls: 12/03/2026

This topic aims to generate new information and knowledge contributing to strengthening the evidence base for advancing the ERA. Applicants should propose diverse R&I activities that can support the design, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of ERA policies and practices.

Pillar III: Science comes to town 2028

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Code: 38922 | Identifier Code: HORIZON-WIDERA-2026-06-ERA-07 | Programme name: 2939 | Sub-program: Widening Participation and Spreading Excellence (2021-2027) | Start submission calls: 10/12/2025 | End submission calls: 12/03/2026

This topic supports a small group of cities in organising and hosting a joint 1-year programme “Science comes to town 2028”. The programme should have a robust concept and brand focusing on connecting citizens and science while involving all relevant stakeholders (e.g., researchers, research funders, policymakers, publishers, citizens, civil society organisations, and business community).

Pillar III: European Citizens’ Hackathon Championship

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Code: 38919 | Identifier Code: HORIZON-WIDERA-2026-06-ERA-06 | Programme name: 2939 | Sub-program: Widening Participation and Spreading Excellence (2021-2027) | Start submission calls: 10/12/2025 | End submission calls: 12/03/2026

This topic focuses on connecting R&I with citizens and other stakeholders in order to upscale knowledge valorisation, while also contributing to increased trust in science and alignment of R&I with society’s needs, expectations and values.

It aims to accelerate knowledge valorisation through citizen engagement by driving the co-creation of innovative solutions that address citizens’ needs, in joint teams of researchers and citizens, thereby supporting their market uptake.

Pillar III: Fostering citizen engagement for more responsible and democratic R&I

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Code: 38916 | Identifier Code: HORIZON-WIDERA-2026-06-ERA-05 | Programme name: 2939 | Sub-program: Widening Participation and Spreading Excellence (2021-2027) | Start submission calls: 10/12/2025 | End submission calls: 12/03/2026

This topic aims to connect R&I with citizens and other stakeholders by fostering greater citizen engagement, participation, and science communication.

Proposals will contribute to the impact of “Increasing trust in science and alignment of R&I with society’s needs, expectations and values”, thereby enhancing the democratic character and impact of science in the ERA.

Pillar II: Piloting innovative approaches to support academic startups and spinoffs

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Code: 38914 | Identifier Code: HORIZON-WIDERA-2026-06-ERA-04 | Programme name: 2939 | Sub-program: Widening Participation and Spreading Excellence (2021-2027) | Start submission calls: 10/12/2025 | End submission calls: 12/03/2026

The objective of this topic is to strengthen ecosystems for knowledge valorisation and innovation by supporting academic startups and spinoffs to benefit from end-user feedback and links to industry and society. The topic supports the objectives of the Startup and Scaleup Strategy by fostering the market uptake of innovative solutions.

Pillar II: Strengthening ecosystems for open, ethical, and sustainable ERA

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Code: 38912 | Identifier Code: HORIZON-WIDERA-2026-06-ERA-03 | Programme name: 2939 | Sub-program: Widening Participation and Spreading Excellence (2021-2027) | Start submission calls: 10/12/2025 | End submission calls: 12/03/2026

This topic aims to promote the adoption of ERA policies and practices, contributing to sustainable ecosystems established around ERA priorities through enhanced cooperation, coordination and alignment.

The topic helps to create new or enhance existing ecosystems through activities such as networking and cooperative action, knowledge exchange and dissemination, tools, training, and policy advice.

Pillar I: Building institutional capacities for ethical, equitable, open, and inclusive ERA

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Code: 38910 | Identifier Code: HORIZON-WIDERA-2026-06-ERA-02 | Programme name: 2939 | Sub-program: Widening Participation and Spreading Excellence (2021-2027) | Start submission calls: 10/12/2025 | End submission calls: 12/03/2026

This topic aims to foster effective and sustainable structural institutional changes within R&I organisations in alignment with the ERA priorities.

It supports the adoption of ERA policies and practices within institutions through capacity-building activities, such as the provision of tools, resources, recommendations, training, and exchange of good practices.