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BSN GUIDE FOR EU FUNDS AND

PROGRAMMES FOR THE BALKANS

2007-2013

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BSN Guide contains a list of EU Programmes

and Funds for the Balkans. Guide is

developed to provide information about EU

funding opportunities for all sectors.

EU Programmes and Funds for Balkan countries


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Balkan Security Network is a regional network of experts that provides immediate and effective support to

organizations and project leaders at the forefront of reforms to use maximally and most effectively available

grants and funding opportunities.

Every year, the EU provides a large amount of money to finance projects in the Balkans. Applying for EU

funds is a complex process and funding is allocated exclusively for pre-planned and designed projects

based on clearly defined procedures, evaluation criteria and high competition. Due to lack of public

awareness about EU programs and open calls and lack of knowledge for writing projects, quality of results

is reasonably low.

In order to inform the widest range of people and organizations BSN created and published a list of all EU

programmes and funds for the Balkans available on BSN Blog. As well we developed a BSN GUIDE FOR

EU FUNDS AND PROGRAMMES FOR THE BALKANS 2007-2013 with more than 200 different source of

financing.

Practically, every thematic area whether it is social, political, agriculture, science, culture … is covered with

EU funds. Generally there is minimum one Community program for each thematic area. It is also important

to know that each program and fund has its own set of rules.

BSN Guide provides a list of all funding programmes, summary of each program, main objectives and

priorities of the program, who can participate, how to apply or how much money can you expect for your

projects, etc.

We hope that this document will help you to gather needed information for your project initiatives in a quick

and easy way. For any further assistance you are free to contact BSN team on [email protected].

As the next step, to assist you effectively in project development and proposal writing BSN had also

developed BSN GUIDE FOR PROJECT DEVELOPMENT AND PROPOSAL WRITING 2013. BSN Guide

is state-of-the-art interactive assistant for your EU project development. It‟s consisted of electronic PDF

readings and online video lectures, designed to advance your performance in project development and

improve your success rate. BSN Guide may provide you immediate assistance in proposal writing, or any

time you need to ensure high quality, reach and impact of your proposals. From identification of adequate

funding program, description of your project idea, partner search, and excellence in project proposal writing

to secrets of success during evaluation - BSN Guide will help you impress evaluators and boost up your

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The list of EU Funds and Programmes for Balkan countries:

1. BETTER TRAINING FOR SAFER FOOD

2. CEB - AID FOR REFUGEES, MIGRANTS AND DISPLACED PERSONS

3. CEB - CREATION AND PRESERVATION OF VIABLE JOBS

4. CEB - EDUCATION AND VOCATIONAL TRAINING

5. CEB - HEALTH

6. CEB - HOUSING FOR LOW-INCOME PERSONS

7. CEB - IMPROVEMENT OF LIVING CONDITIONS IN URBAN AND RURAL AREAS

8. CEB - INFRASTRUCTURE OF ADMINISTRATIVE AND JUDICIAL PUBLIC SERVICES

9. CEB - NATURAL AND ECOLOGICAL DISASTERS

10. CEB - PROTECTION AND REHABILITATION OF HISTORICAL AND CULTURAL HERITAGE

11. CEB - PROTECTION OF THE ENVIRONMENT

12. CEB - SECTORS OF ACTIONS AND FINANCIAL MEANS

13. CHARLES STEWART MOTT FOUNDATION - CIVIL SOCIETY PROGRAMME

14. CHARLES STEWART MOTT FOUNDATION - CIVIL SOCIETY PROGRAMME - WESTERN BALKANS

15. CEDEFOP

16. CIP - COMPETITIVENESS AND INNOVATION FRAMEWORK PROGRAMME

17. CIP - 1 ENTREPRENEURSHIP AND INNOVATION (EIP)- Services in Support of Business and Innovation

18. CIP - 1 ENTREPRENEURSHIP AND INNOVATION (EIP)- Access to finance for SMEs and start ups

19. CIP - 1 ENTREPRENEURSHIP AND INNOVATION (EIP) - Entrepreneurship and innovation

20. CIP - 1 ENTREPRENEURSHIP AND INNOVATION (EIP)- Eco-innovation in enterprises

21. CIP - 1 SUPPORT T O INNOVAT ION (EIP) - EUROPE INNOVA

22. CIP - 1 SUPPORT TO INNOVATION (EIP) - PRO INNO EUROPE

23. CIP - 2 POLICY SUPPORT PROGRAMME (ICT PSP)

24. CIP - 3 INTELLIGENT ENERGY EUROPE II

25. CIP - 3 INTELLIGENT ENERGY EUROPE II - ALTENER III

26. CIP - 3 INTELLIGENT ENERGY EUROPE II - INTEGRATED INITIATIVES

27. CIP - 3 INTELLIGENT ENERGY EUROPE II - SAVE

28. CIP - 3 INTELLIGENT ENERGY EUROPE II - STEER

29. CIP INSTRUMENT GIF High Growth and Innovative SME Facility

30. CIP INSTRUMENT SMEG - SME GUARANTEE FACILITY

31. CIVIL JUSTICE

32. COST

33. CIVITAS PLUS

34. CULTURE (2007-2013)

35. CULTURE (2007-2013) 1 SUPPORT FOR CULTURAL ACTIONS

36. CULTURE (2007-2013) 2 SUPPORT FOR EUROPEAN CULTURAL ORGANISATIONS

37. CULTURE (2007-2013) 3 SUPPORT FOR ANALYSES, COLLECTION AND DISSEMINATION

38. CUSTOMS 2013

39. DIGIT AL AGENDA FOR EUROPE

40. DAPHNE III (FIGHT AGAINST VIOLENCE)

41. DIPECHO

42. DRUGS PREVENTION AND INFORMATION

43. EBRD - DIRECT INVESTMENT FACILITY – DIF

44. EBRD - REGIONAL AND SECTORAL INVESTMENT FUNDS



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45. EBRD – ENERGY EFFIENCY

46. EBRD - LOAN FINANCE

47. EBRD - TURNAROUND MANAGEMENT PROGRAMME – TAM

48. EBRD - TRADE FACILITATION PROGRAMME (TFP)

49. EBRD - LOAN FINANCE FOR SMALL AND MEDIUM ENTERPRISES AND MUNICIPALITIES

50. ECHO

51. EIB - INDIVIDUAL LOANS

52. EIB - FINANCING THE SOUTH-EAST NEIGHBOUR COUNTRIES

53. EIB - INTERMEDIATED LOANS

54. EIB - I2I - INNOVATION 2010 INITIATIVE

55. EIB - I2I - INNOVATION 2010 INITIATIVE - 1 EDUCATION AND TRAINING

56. EIB - I2I - INNOVATION 2010 INITIATIVE - 2 RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT 57. EIB - I2I - INNOVATION 2010 INITIATIVE - 3 INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGIE 58. EIB - ST RUCTURED FINANCE FACILITY 59. EIDHR - EUROPEAN INSTRUMENT FOR DEMOCRACY AND HUMAN RIGHTS 60. EIDHR - COUNTRY-BASED SUPPORT SCHEMES

61. EIDHR - TRANSNATIONAL ACTIVITIES

62. ELENA : EUROPEAN LOCAL ENERGY ASSITANCE

63. ENPI - CROSSBORDER NEIGHBOURHOOD PROGRAMMES

64. ENRTP - THEMATIC PROGRAMME FOR ENVIRONMENT AND SUSTAINABLE MANAGEMENT OF NATURAL

RESOURCES INCLUDING ENERGY

65. ERASMUS MUNDUS II

66. ERASMUS MUNDUS II - HIGHER EDUCAT ION PROMOTION

67. EUREKA

68. EURIMAGES

69. EURIMAGES - ACTION 1



72. EURODYSSEE

73. EUROPAN COMPETITION

74. EUROPASS

75. EUROPE FOR CITIZENS

76. EUROPE FOR CITIZENS - Action 1.1 - Active citizens for Europe - Town Twinning

77. EUROPE FOR CITIZENS - Action 1.2 - Citizen's projects and support measures

78. EUROPE FOR CITIZENS - Action 2.1 - Structural support for European policy research organizations (think-tanks)

79. EUROPE FOR CITIZENS - Action 2.2 - Support for projects initiated by civil society organizations

80. EUROPE FOR CITIZENS - Action 2.3 - Direct support for selected organizations

81. EUROPE FOR CITIZENS - Action 3 - Together for Europe

82. EUROPE FOR CITIZENS - Action 4 - European Active Remembrance

83. EUROPEAN CULTURAL FOUNDATION (ECF)

84. EUROPEAN REGION OF THE YEAR

85. EUROPEAN TERRITORIAL COOPERATION OBJECTIVE (INTERREG IV A) - Cross border strand

86. EUROPEAN TERRITORIAL COOPERATION OBJECTIVE (INTERREG IV B) - Transnational strand

87. EUROPEAN TERRITORIAL COOPERATION OBJECTIVE (INTERREG IV C) - Interregional

88. EUROPEAN YOUTH FOUNDATION

89. EUROPEAN YOUTH FOUNDATION - A. YOUTH MEETINGS

90. EUROPEAN YOUTH FOUNDATION - B YOUTH ACTIVITIES OTHER THAN MEETINGS



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91. EUROPEAN YOUTH FOUNDATION - C. INTERNATIONAL YOUTH ORGANISATIONS

92. EUROPEAN YOUTH FOUNDATION - D. PILOT PROJECTS

93. EURYDICE

94. FISCALIS 2013

95. FP7 - EU FRAMEWORK PROGRAMME FOR RESEARCH, TECHNOLOGICAL DEVELOPMENT AND

DEMONSTRATION ACTIVITIES

96. FP7 - FUNDING SCHEMES

97. FP7 – CAPACITIES

98. FP7 - CAPACITIES - 1 RESEARCH INFRASTRUCTURES

99. FP7 - CAPACITIES - 2 RESEARCH FOR THE BENEFIT OF SMES 100. FP7 - CAPACITIES - 3 REGIONS OF KNOWLEDGE

101. FP7 - CAPACITIES - 4 RESEARCH POTENTIAL CONVERGENCE REGIONS

102. FP7 - CAPACITIES - 5 SCIENCE IN SOCIETY

103. FP7 - CAPACITIES - 6 COHERENT DEVELOPMENT OF RESEARCH POLICIES

104. FP7 - CAPACITIES - INCO-NET

105. FP7 – COOPERATION

106. FP7 - COOPERATION - 1 HEALTH

107. FP7 - COOPERAT ION- 3.1 INFORMAT ION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGIES

108. FP7 - COOPERAT ION- 3.2 INFORMAT ION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGIES

109. FP7 – COOPERATION - 4 NANOSCIENCES, NANOTECHNOLOGIES, AND NEW MATERIALS

110. FP7 - COOPERATION - 5 ENERGY

111. FP7 - COOPERATION - 6 ENVIRONMENT

112. FP7 - COOPERATION - 7 TRANSPORT

113. FP7 - COOPERATION - 8 SOCIO-ECONOMIC SCIENCES AND HUMANITIES

114. FP7 - COOPERATION - 9 SPACE

115. FP7 - COOPERATION -10 SECURITY

116. FP7 - EURATOM - FUSION ENERGY RESEARCH

117. FP7 - EURATOM - NUCLEAR ACTIVITIES OF THE JOINT RESEARCH CENTRE (JRC)

118. FP7 - EURATOM - NUCLEAR FISSION AND RADIATION PROTECTION

119. FP7 - IDEAS - ERC ADVANCED GRANTS 120. FP7 - IDEAS - ERC PROOF OF CONCEPT 121. FP7 - IDEAS - ERC STARTING INDEPENDENT RESEARCH GRANTS

122. FP7 - ITC - CLEAN SKY

123. FP7 - JTI - ARTEMIS (EMBEDDED COMPUTING SYSTEMS INITIATIVE)

124. FP7 - JT I - ENIAC

125. FP7 - JT I - FUEL CELLS AND HYDROGEN

126. FP7 - JT I - INNOVAT IVE MEDECINES (IMI)

127. FP7- ERA-NET SCHEME

128. FP7 – PEOPLE

129. FP7 - PEOPLE - 1 INITIAL TRAINING OF RESEARCHERS

130. FP7 - PEOPLE - 2 LIFE-LONG TRAINING AND CAREER DEVELOPMENT

131. FP7 - PEOPLE - 3 INDUSTRY-ACADEMIA PARTNERSHIPS AND PATHWAYS

132. FP7 - PERSONNEL - 4 WORLD FELLOWSHIPS

133. GALILEO

134. GREEN KEY

135. GREENLIGHT



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136. HERCULE II

137. HUMAN RIGHTS EDUCATION YOUTH PROGRAMME (HRE)

138. INOGATE

139. INTELLIGENT CAR INITIATIVE

140. INTERCULTURAL CITIES

141. INVESTING IN PEOPLE

142. INVESTING IN PEOPLE - EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

143. INVESTING IN PEOPLE - GENDER EQUALITY

144. INVESTING IN PEOPLE - GOOD HEALTH FOR ALL

145. INVESTING IN PEOPLE-OTHER ASPECTS OF HUMAN AND SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT

146. IPA - INSTRUMENT FOR PRE-ACCESSION ASSISTANCE

147. IPA - 1 TRANSITION ASSISTANCE AND INSTITUTION BUILDING

148. IPA - 1.1 STRENGHTENING OF CIVIL SOCIETY DIALOGUE

149. IPA - 1.2 INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION

150. IPA - 2 CROSS-BORDER COOPERATION

151. IPA - 3 REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT

152. IPA - 4 HUMAN RESOURCES DEVELOPMENT

153. IPA - 5 RURAL DEVELOPMENT

154. IPA - IFI - MUNICIPAL WINDOW

155. ISA- INTEROPERABILITY SOLUTIONS FOR EUROPEAN PUBLIC ADMINISTRATIONS

156. LLP - LIFELONG LEARNING

157. LLP - COMENIUS

158. LLP - COMENIUS - MOBILITY

159. LLP - COMENIUS MULTILATERAL PROJECTS

160. LLP - COMENIUS NETWORKS

161. LLP - COMENIUS PARTNERSHIPS REGIO

162. LLP - COMENIUS SCHOOL PARTNERSHIPS

163. LLP - ERASMUS

164. LLP - ERASMUS ACADEMIC NETWORKS

165. LLP - ERASMUS MOBILITY

166. LLP - ERASMUS MOBILITY - Intensive programmes

167. LLP - ERASMUS MULTILATERAL PROJECTS

168. LLP - ERASMUS MULTILATERAL PROJECTS - VIRTUAL CAMPUS

169. LLP - ERASMUS STRUCTURAL NETWORKS

170. LLP - GRUNDTVIG

171. LLP - GRUNDTVIG - MOBILITY

172. LLP - GRUNDTVIG - MULTILATERAL PROJECTS

173. LLP - GRUNDTVIG - NETWORKS

174. LLP - GRUNDTVIG - PARTNERSHIPS

175. LLP - LEONARDO DA VINCI

176. LLP - LEONARDO DA VINCI - MOBILITY

177. LLP - LEONARDO DA VINCI - MULTILATERAL PROJECTS

178. LLP - LEONARDO DA VINCI - NETWORKS

179. LLP - LEONARDO DA VINCI - PARTNERSHIPS

180. LLP - TRANSVERSAL PROGRAMME

181. LLP - TRANSVERSAL PROGRAMME - LANGUAGES

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182. LLP - TRANSVERSAL PROGRAMME - POLICY COOPERATION AND INNOVATION

183. LLP - TRANSVERSAL PROGRAMME - POLICY COOPERATION AND INNOVATION – NARIC

184. LLP - TRANSVERSAL PROGRAMME -DIFFUSION – VALORISATION

185. LLP - TRANSVERSAL PROGRAMME ICT

186. MANAGENERGY

187. MARCO POLO II

188. MEDIA 2007

189. MEDIA 2007 - DEVELOPMENT - I2I AUDIOVISUAL

190. MEDIA 2007 - DIST RIBUTION

191. MEDIA 2007 - PILOT PROJECTS

192. MEDIA 2007 - PROMOTION

193. PARTICIPATION OF ALBANIA TO COMMUNITY ACTION PROGRAMMES

194. PARTICIPATION OF BOSNIA TO COMMUNITY ACTION PROGRAMMES

195. PARTICIPATION OF CROATIA TO COMMUNITY ACTION PROGRAMMES

196. PARTICIPATION OF SERBIA TO COMMUNITY ACTION PROGRAMMES

197. PARTICIPATION OF THE FORMER YUGOSLAV REPUBLIC OF MACEDONIA (FYROM) TO COMMUNITY

ACTION PROGRAMMES

198. PILOT PROJECT - WORKING AND LIVING CONDITIONS OF POSTED WORKERS

199. PRINCE – ENLARGEMENT

200. PRIZE - COUNCIL OF EUROPE MUSEUM PRIZE 201. PRIZE - CRYSTAL SCALES OF JUSTICE

202. PRIZE - EMPEROR MAXIMILIAN PRIZE

203. PRIZE - EU PRIZE FOR CULTURAL HERITAGE / EUROPA NOSTRA AWARDS

204. PRIZE - EUROPE PRIZE

205. PRIZE - EUROPEAN GREENWAYS AWARD

206. PRIZE - EUROPEAN MUSEUM OF THE YEAR AWARD

207. PRIZE - PRIX EUROPA – INTERNET

208. PRIZE - PRIX EUROPA – RADIO

209. PRIZE - PRIX EUROPA – TELEVISION

210. PROGRESS

211. PROGRESS - 1 EMPLOYMENT

212. PROGRESS - 2 SOCIAL PROTECTION AND INCLUSION

213. PROGRESS - 3 WORKING CONDITIONS

214. PROGRESS - 4 ANTI DISCRIMINATION AND DIVERSITY

215. PROGRESS - 5 GENDER EQUALITY

216. PROGRESS - SUPPORT TO EUROPEAN NETWORKS AND NGOs

217. PUBLIC HEALTH

218. PUBLIC HEALTH - Action 1



221. SAFER INTERNET (E-SAFE)

222. SIGMA (IPA & ENPI)

223. SOROS FOUNDATION - OPEN SOCIETY INSTITUTE

224. STUDY VISITS CEDEFOP

225. TAIEX - TRANSITION FACILITY

226. TAIEX - TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE INFORMATION EXCHANGE PROGRAMME (IPA&ENPI)



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227. TEMPUS IV

228. TEN-E TRANSEUROPEAN ENERGY NETWORKS

229. TEN-T TRANSEUROPEAN TRANSPORT NETWORKS

230. TWINNING (IPA & ENPI)

231. YOUTH IN ACTION

232. YOUTH IN ACTION - ACTION 1 - YOUTH FOR EUROPE

233. YOUTH IN ACTION - ACTION 2 - EUROPEAN VOLUNTARY SERVICE

234. YOUTH IN ACTION - ACTION 3 - YOUTH IN THE WORLD

235. YOUTH IN ACTION - ACTION 4 - YOUTH SUPPORT SYSTEMS

236. YOUTH IN ACTION - ACTION 5 - SUPPORT FOR EUROPEAN COOPERATION IN THE YOUTH FIELD



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1. BETTER TRAINING FOR SAFER FOOD

Which fund is it? BETTER TRAINING FOR SAFER FOOD

Amount Annual budget: 14 million euro

Duration Not specified

What is this European fund about?

Resume Training programme for controlling authorities on EU legislation in the field of food, feed,

animal health and welfare and plant health

Domains concerned Agriculture – Fisheries - Education – Training - Health

Who can apply? Training centres - Federations Unions - Administrations States - International Organisation

Regions European Union - Developing countries – Worldwide

Useful links http://ec.europa.eu/food/training_strategy/index_en.htm

http://ec.europa.eu/eahc/food/food.html

Objectives and priorities?

Initiative is launched in 2005 aiming at training the professionals in the areas of food law, feed law, animal health and

animal welfare rules, as well as plant health rules. The programme should implement the Regulation (EC) No

882/2004 on official food and feed controls which sets down strict control requirements.

OBJECTIVES:

* Ensuring compliance with EU rules in the field of food, feed, animal health and welfare and plant health

* Bringing high levels of competence and expertise amongst controlling authorities

* Harmonizing the development of EU and national control systems and ensuring that the controls are properly

carried out

* Helping third country staff to understand EU import requirements and the controls that must be done before goods

can be exported to the EU

AMONG THE TRAINING THEMES:

* Veterinary checks in airport and seaport border inspection posts

* Monitoring and controls of zoo noses (disease transmissible between animals and humans) and applying

microbiological criteria in foodstuffs

* Food contact materials

* Animal welfare issues

* Evaluation and registration of plant protection products

* The development of efficient control strategies for Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI)

* Application of food testing procedures for laboratory staff of ASEAN countries

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* The EU Rapid Alert System for Food and Feed and the possible introduction of a similar system in other regions of

the world

AMONG THE FINANCED ACTIONS:

* Implementation of the Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) system for preventing contamination of

food and feed

* Training dedicated to ASEAN Countries on the control strategies for Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI)

* Seminars for third countries on EU standards for importation (fishery and aquaculture products, fruit and

vegetables)

* Seminars and a conference on EU standards on animal by-products (ABPs)

* Training sessions on welfare standards for the stunning and killing of animals in slaughterhouses or disease control

situations

When have I to apply?

Periodicity The programme launches calls for tenders every year. Various dates according to the training

sessions.

How much can I expect?

Transport and accommodation costs as well as meals are financed by the European Commission

Institution European Commission

Person in charge

Lauro PANELLA

Rue Belliard 232

B-1049 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 2 298 05 47

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2. CEB - AID FOR REFUGEES, MIGRANTS AND DISPLACED PERSONS

Which fund is it? CEB - AID FOR REFUGEES, MIGRANTS AND DISPLACED PERSONS

Amount Annual budget: Depending the demand

Duration 2010-2014


Resume Loans and guarantees for social investment projects helping refugees, migrants and

displaced persons Domains concerned Social Affairs - Humanitarian - Education - Training - Health - Co-op & Development

Who can apply?

Local and Regional authorities - Corporations - Training centres - Federations Unions -

Administrations States - Agencies Chambers -Development NGOs - Banks - Investment

Funds

Regions European Union - Candidate countries - European Economic Area - Switzerland - Balkans

Useful links http://www.coebank.org


OBJECTIVE of this field of action:

* Help in solving social and urgent problems with which European countries are or may be faced as a result of the

presence of refugees, displaced persons or migrants consequent upon movements of refugees or other forced

movements of populations

FINANCED ACTIONS:

* Construction and repair of reception structures (such as reception centres, temporary and permanent social

housing), programmes of preventive and curative medicine, education and vocational training, as well as the

technical infrastructure and basic equipment necessary to meet the immediate needs of populations victims of

exceptional situations

PRIORITIES:

* The Bank gives priority to projects designed to help solving social problems arising from:

- Exceptional events such as streams of refugees, ethnic minorities

- Other forced movements of people, as well as from natural or ecological disasters (these projects may also be

designed to facilitate the situation of people under migration constraints)

- Abandoned children, children in vulnerable situations, persons with disabilities

- Persons living below the poverty threshold (less than 60% of the national average income of the country of

residence)

SELECTION CRITERIA:

* Participation in the financing of projects may not exceed 50% of the total eligible cost, the balance may be co-

financed by other international institutions (for example see partnerships)

* Compliance with bidding procedures in accordance with national and international directives

* The project has to be developed in a Member country of the Council of Europe Development Bank (CEB)

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* Compliance with Council of Europe conventions

* Respect for the environment on the basis of international conventions and compliance with standards of quality

The programme is open to the 40 Member States of the CEB: Albania, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina Bulgaria,

Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Georgia, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland,

Iceland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Moldova, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal,

Romania, San Marino, Serbia, Slovak Republic, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, FYROM/Macedonia, Turkey,

Montenegro, Vatican.


Periodicity At any time. Only the 40 Member States are eligible to introduce loan applications.


Up to 50% of the total project costs and more for assistance to refugees projects.

Institution CEB - Council of Europe Development Bank

Person in charge

Theodore Ivanov

55 Avenue Kl

F-75784 Paris cedex 16

code

France

33 1 47 55 55 00

33 1 47 55 37 52

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3. CEB - CREATION AND PRESERVATION OF VIABLE JOBS

Which fund is it? CEB - CREATION AND PRESERVATION OF VIABLE JOBS

Amount Annual budget: Depending the demand

Duration 2010-2014


Resume Loans and guarantees for investment projects in creation of employment in SMEs situated in

disadvantaged regions Domains concerned Employment - Social Affairs - Local development

Who can apply? Local and Regional authorities - Administrations States - SMEs - Banks




OBJECTIVES in this field of action:

* Strengthening social cohesion in Europe

* Support employment in disadvantaged regions

FINANCED ACTIONS:

* Productive investment projects (fixed assets) for the prime purpose of promoting the creation and preservation of

viable jobs by facilitating access to credit.

* The “working capital requirements” within a limit of 12.5% of the individual loan granted to the final beneficiary,

insofar as it does not exceed 200 000 € by sub-project

* Micro-credit programmes in favour of micro enterprises, irrespective of where they are located

CONDITIONS FOR ELIGIBILITY:

* Such projects are aimed at micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), as well as at entities exercising

craft activities or family enterprises engaged in regular economic activity.

* Projects must involve fixed investments or investments in productive equipment, including in the form of leasing,

aimed at the creation and/or preservation of permanent and/or seasonal jobs.

Eligibility is excluded for investments in the primary agricultural sector, weapons, nuclear energy, tobacco, production

of spirits, gambling, pornography, and products considered by European Union regulations to be harmful to health

and to the environment

* SMEs must be situated in regions with an unemployment rate equal to or higher than the average unemployment

rate within the European Union.





Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Georgia, Germany, Greece, Holy See,




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Hungary, Ireland, Iceland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Moldova, Netherlands, Norway,

Poland, Portugal, Romania, San Marino, Serbia, Slovak Republic, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland,

FYROM/Macedonia, Turkey and Montenegro.


Periodicity At any time. Only the 40 Member States are eligible to present loan applications.


Up to 50% of the total project costs.

Who is in charge?

Institution Council of Europe Development Bank

Person in charge

Theodore Ivanov

55 Avenue Kl


code

France

33 1 47 55 55 00

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4. CEB - EDUCATION AND VOCATIONAL TRAINING

Which fund is it? CEB - EDUCATION AND VOCATIONAL TRAINING

Amount Annual budget: According to demand

Duration 2010-2014


Resume Loans and guarantees for education and professional training projects

Domains concerned Social Affairs - Education - Training

Who can apply? Research centres - Local and Regional authorities - Schools - Training centres -

Administrations States - Agencies Chambers - Universities -Banks




OBJECTIVE in this field of action:

* Improve education and professional training in Europe

FINANCED ACTIONS:

* Construction and/or rehabilitation of school and university establishments (including sports and cultural equipment

as well as those pertaining to university halls of residence), housing for school and university students, vocational

training centres

* Alterations to premises in order to facilitate access both inside and outside

* Programmes providing assistance in the training of specialised staff in the social and education sectors

* Programmes involving training for the unemployed and in favour of disadvantaged populations, programmes for

professional reconversion in declining economic sectors

* Programmes providing training in natural or ecological disaster prevention for members of the civil protection forces

* Programmes involving the training of magistrates, administrators, civil servants and government officials

* Public or private investments involving research and development centres

* Education-related infrastructure: water supply, collection and treatment of waste water and solid waste, electricity

and gas supplies

SELECTION CRITERIA:

* Participation in the financing of projects may not exceed 50% of the total eligible cost

* Compliance with bidding procedures and with Council of Europe conventions, as well as respect for the

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Periodicity At any time. Only CEB the 40 Member States are eligible to present loan applications.



Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Theodore Ivanov

55 Avenue Kl


code

France

33 1 47 55 55 00

33 1 47 55 03 38





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5. CEB - HEALTH

Which fund is it? CEB - HEALTH


Duration 2010-2014


Resume Loans and guarantees for investment projects in the health sector

Domains concerned Social Affairs - Health

Who can apply? Local and Regional authorities - Administrations States - Banks





* Improve the health sector in Europe

* Facilitate the access for all to good health services

FINANCED ACTIONS:

* Construction and rehabilitation of hospitals and medical infrastructures (private or public), nursing homes for the

elderly and welfare centres

* Alterations to premises in order to facilitate access both inside and outside

* Purchase of health and health management materials and equipment

* Home help programmes

* Programmes involving the training of specialised staff in the social and health sectors

* Basic health infrastructures: water supply, collection and treatment of waste water and solid waste, including toxic

waste, electricity and gas supplies

SELECTION CRITERIA:


financed by other international institutions


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Maximum 50% of the total project costs.

Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Theodore Ivanov

55 Avenue Kl


code

France

33 1 47 55 55 00

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6. CEB - HOUSING FOR LOW-INCOME PERSONS

Which fund is it? CEB - HOUSING FOR LOW-INCOME PERSONS


Duration 2010-2014


Resume Loans and guarantees for social investment projects in construction and reconstruction of

social housing Domains concerned Social Affairs - Local development - Humanitarian

Who can apply?



Funds





* Improve the housing conditions for people in precarious situations or with a low income in one of the CEB Member

countries

FINANCED ACTIONS:

* Renovation, construction or refurbishing of housing and for the conversion of buildings into housing so as to provide

decent housing for low-income persons

* Projects targeted to access to property ownership, rental housing or related infrastructure (water mains, electricity

and gas supplies, collection and treatment of waste water and solid waste, commercial premises, playgrounds), and

can also include rural housing (limited to the principal residence within the framework of family-run farming

businesses)

ELIGIBILITY OF PROJECTS :

A. Projects involving access to property ownership or rental housing. In the absence of satisfactory regulations, the

eligibility criteria will be based on the following principles:

1. Income of the target population:

- Limited to a percentage of a relevant income indicator: 100% for access to property ownership, 75% for projects

involving rental housing

2. Physical characteristics of the housing

- Floor space per person limited to 75% of the national or regional level (max 23 or 35 m² per person)

3. Conditions of access to property ownership

- For the principal residence, with a firm undertaking to occupy the premises for a minimum period of 5 years

B. Projects involving the renovation and/or the rehabilitation and conversion of buildings into housing:

- Housing units must belong to public or private entities or to owner occupants

- Rented housing units must be controlled-rent properties




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- Housing units must have a maximum total floor space of 92 m², except those occupied by large families (> 4

persons)

Important : Compliance with bidding procedures in accordance with national and international directives





Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Theodore Ivanov

55 Avenue Kl


code

France

33 1 47 55 55 00

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7. CEB - IMPROVEMENT OF LIVING CONDITIONS IN URBAN AND RURAL AREAS

Which fund is it? CEB - IMPROVEMENT OF LIVING CONDITIONS IN URBAN AND RURAL AREAS


Duration 2010-2014


Resume Loans and guarantees for social investment projects developing disadvantaged urban and

rural areas

Domains concerned Employment - Social Affairs - Town planning - Public management - Agriculture - Fisheries -

Local development - Education - Training

Who can apply? Local and Regional authorities - Corporations - Federations Unions - Administrations States -

Agencies Chambers - Development NGOs - Banks- Investment Funds




OBJECTIVES:

* Improving living conditions in urban areas for run-down neighbourhoods or urban areas lacking in infrastructure or

in amenities

* Improving living conditions in rural areas, for regions characterised by a (low) population density or activities in

fields such as agriculture, forestry, aquaculture and fishing

FINANCED ACTIONS:

* Projects involving urban construction or rehabilitation of infrastructure or rural modernisation in favour of public

entities at national or local level: development of industrial estates, utilities (water mains, electricity and gas supplies,

sewers, treatment of waste), road network infrastructure and maintenance, local transportation networks in rural

areas, basic educational and medical facilities, socio-cultural or sports centres (playgrounds, green spaces, exhibition

sites, theatres and libraries)

* Irrigation projects involving the building of water-retaining dikes and related infrastructure, if they may not involve

any forced displacement of populations, if in the case of a water course of interest to several CEB member states, all

the member states concerned must agree to the project, and if environmental control measures are provided for

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA:

* Take place in run-down neighbourhoods or urban areas lacking urban infrastructure or social and cultural amenities

(urban projects)

* Take place in regions characterised by a (low) population density or activities in fields such as agriculture, forestry,

aquaculture and fishing (rural projects)



* Compliance with bidding procedures, with Council of Europe conventions, and respect for the environment (on the

basis of international conventions)




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Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Theodore Ivanov

55 Avenue Kl


code

France

33 1 47 55 55 00

33 1 47 55 03 38





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8. CEB - INFRASTRUCTURE OF ADMINISTRATIVE AND JUDICIAL PUBLIC

SERVICES

Which fund is it? CEB - INFRASTRUCTURE OF ADMINISTRATIVE AND JUDICIAL PUBLIC SERVICES

Amount Annual budget: according to demand

Duration 2010-2014


Resume Loans and guarantees for projects aimed at building and modernising infrastructure of

administrative and judicial public services

Domains concerned Social Affairs - Agriculture - Fisheries - Local development - Energy - Environment -

Telecommunications

Who can apply?



Funds





* Build or rehabilitate infrastructure of administrative and judicial public services

FINANCED ACTIONS:

* Construction or rehabilitation of infrastructure

* Conversion of buildings into premises intended for public service use, in particular the organisation and functioning

of administrative and judicial public services

* Construction or rehabilitation of prison infrastructure

SELECTION CRITERIA:

* Be exclusively concerned with buildings intended to remain within the domain of national, regional or local

government, or with technical agencies in which these bodies have a majority interest

* With regard to prison infrastructure, respect the principles of the Recommendations made by the Committee of

Ministers of the Council of Europe concerning European Prison Rules (Approved by the Committee of Ministers on

11 January 2006)




* Compliance with the Council of Europe conventions







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Periodicity At any time. Only CEB Member States are eligible to present loan applications.



Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Theodore Ivanov

55 Avenue Kl


code

France

33 1 47 55 55 00

33 1 47 55 03 38





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9. CEB - NATURAL AND ECOLOGICAL DISASTERS

Which fund is it? CEB - NATURAL AND ECOLOGICAL DISASTERS


Duration 2010-2014


Resume Loans and guarantees for social investment projects helping regions hit by natural or

ecological disasters Domains concerned Social Affairs - Transport - Humanitarian - Environment - Co-op & Development


Agencies Chambers - Development NGOs - SMEs -Banks - Investment Funds




OBJECTIVES in this field of action: :

* React swiftly to urgent problems for victims of natural or ecological disasters

* Aid to theses victims (this is one of the CEB‟s two statutory priorities, together with aid to refugees, migrants and

displaced persons)

FINANCED ACTIONS:

* Reconstruction or rehabilitation of destroyed or damaged public structures, in particular basic infrastructure: water

supplies, waste water and solid waste treatment, electricity and gas supplies

* Provision of intervention materials and equipment

* Provide national and local authorities with assistance in the reconstruction of the affected areas and in developing

means for the prevention of natural or ecological disasters

* Prevention of natural and ecological disasters (floods, fire, avalanches, earthquakes and landslides), and notably

projects aimed at the construction of water-retaining dikes if:

1. They may not involve any forced displacement of populations or any displacement of populations without adequate

compensatory measures

2. Environmental control measures are planned

SELECTION CRITERIA:





* Respect for the environment on the basis of international conventions






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Periodicity At any time. Only the 40 CEB Member States are eligible to present loan applications.


Up to 50% of the total project costs and more for assistance projects.

Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Theodore Ivanov

55 Avenue Kl


code

France

33 1 47 55 55 00

33 1 47 55 03 38





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10. CEB - PROTECTION AND REHABILITATION OF HISTORICAL AND CULTURAL

HERITAGE

Which fund is it? CEB - PROTECTION AND REHABILITATION OF HISTORICAL AND CULTURAL

HERITAGE


Duration 2010-2014


Resume Loans and guarantees for social investment projects in protection and rehabilitation of

historical heritage projects Domains concerned Employment - Social Affairs - Town planning - Culture - Media

Who can apply? Local and Regional authorities - Corporations - Administrations States - Agencies Chambers -

Banks - Investment Funds




OBJECTIVE in this field of action:

* Protection and rehabilitation of historic and cultural heritage classified as such by UNESCO or by the member state

concerned

FINANCED ACTIONS:

* Restructuring and rehabilitating the historic and cultural heritage (cleaning of buildings, etc)

SELECTION CRITERIA:




* Be developed in a Member country of the Council of Europe Development Bank (CEB)



The programme is open to the 40 Member States of the CEB: Albania, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina

Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark

Estonia, Finland, France, Georgia, Germany, Greece, Holy See, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia,

Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Moldova, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, San

Marino, Serbia, Slovak Republic, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia,

Turkey and Montenegro.


Periodicity At any time. Only CEB Member States are eligible to present loan applications.




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Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Theodore Ivanov

55 Avenue Kl


code

France

33 1 47 55 55 00

33 1 47 55 03 38





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11. CEB - PROTECTION OF THE ENVIRONMENT

Which fund is it? CEB - PROTECTION OF THE ENVIRONMENT


Duration 2010-2014


Resume Loans and guarantees for investment projects in environment

Domains concerned Employment - Social Affairs - Energy - Environment

Who can apply? Research centres - Local and Regional authorities - Administrations States - Agencies

Chambers - SMEs - Banks - Investment Funds





* Strengthening social cohesion in Europe

* Protect the European environment

FINANCED ACTIONS:

* Reduction and treatment of solid and liquid waste

* Clean-up and protection of surface and underground water, Decontamination of soils and aquifers

* Protection against noise

* Production of renewable energy, Energy saving measures (excluding energy production/distribution)

* Reduction of air pollution, cleaner transport means and networks

* Protection and development of biodiversity

SELECTION CRITERIA:

* Projects must concern local or regional populations. In case of private investment, investments linked with the

protection of the environment are limited to SMEs.

* Investments in favour of private companies that realize waste and water treatment infrastructures for waste not

produced by themselves, as well as the production of clean and renewable energies are eligible for companies of any

size












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Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Theodore Ivanov

55 Avenue Kl


code

France

33 1 47 55 55 00

33 1 47 55 03 38





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12. CEB - SECTORS OF ACTIONS AND FINANCIAL MEANS

Which fund is it? CEB - SECTORS OF ACTIONS AND FINANCIAL MEANS

Amount Annual budget: not communicated

Duration 2010-2014


Resume Loans for European investment projects in the field of social assistance

Domains concerned Employment - Agriculture - Fisheries - Local development - Humanitarian - Health -

Environment - Industry - Services - SME Policy

Who can apply? Local and Regional authorities - Corporations - Training centres - Federations Unions -

Administrations States - Agencies Chambers -Development NGOs - SMEs - Banks




OBJECTIVES:

* Improve living conditions and reinforce social cohesion in Europe in the less advantaged regions of Europe

* Assistance in case of urgent situations

FINANCIAL MEANS:

* Loans to its member states and to any legal entity approved by a member state (with conditions)

* Guarantee granted to financial institutions approved by a member state for loans aimed at achieving the objectives

of the CEB (conditions fixed on a case-by-case basis)

* Trust Accounts : interest subsidies may be granted for technical assistance or even for the financing of investment

projects

SECTORS OF ACTION (see EUROFUNDING SHEETS "CEB" for each sector):

1. Strengthening social integration (Aid to refugees, migrants and displaced populations - Social housing - Job

creation and preservation in SMEs - Improvement of living conditions in urban and rural areas)

2. Managing the environment (Natural of ecological disasters and preventive action - Protection of the environment -

Preservation of historic and cultural heritage)

3. Developing human capital (Education and vocational training - Health - Infrastructure of administrative and judicial

public services)

FINANCED ACTIONS:

* Individual project (IP) concerning a single project in a single field of action

* Sector-based project (SP) coming under a national or regional sectorial development programme; made up of

several projects in a single field of action, except natural disasters

* Multi-project programme (MP) made of several projects of limited amount, regardless of the fields involved,

therefore allowing to reach several beneficiaries through a single borrower




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SELECTION CRITERIA (See EUROFUNDING SHEETS "CEB" for the selection criteria specific to each sector of

action):










Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Theodore Ivanov

55 Avenue Kl


code

France

33 1 47 55 55 00

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13. CHARLES STEWART MOTT FOUNDATION - CIVIL SOCIETY PROGRAMME

Which fund is it? CHARLES STEWART MOTT FOUNDATION - CIVIL SOCIETY PROGRAMME

Amount Annual budget: 10 millions euro



Resume Grants provided to projects of development of the civil societies in Central/Eastern Europe, in

Russia, in Southern Africa and USA

Domains concerned Local development - Education - Training - Justice - Security - Citizenship - Human Rights -

Co-op & Development

Who can apply? Development NGOs - Associations

Regions European Union - Africa-Caribbean-Pacific - Candidate countries - New Independent States -

Northern America - Balkans

Useful links http://www.mott.org


OBJECTIVES:

The goal of the Foundation‟s grant making for Central/Eastern Europe (CEE), Russia, Sourthen Africa and USA is to

foster societies in which people and communities respect each other‟s rights and engage effectively in decision

making to influence policies and processes that shape their lives at the local, national, and/or international levels.

KEY AREAS:

* Strengthening the Non-profit Sector

* Promoting Rights, Responsibilities and Participation (formerly Citizens Rights and Responsibilities)

* Improving Race and Ethnic Relations.

6 grants making's geographical areas :

* New Member States of the European Union

* Western Balkans

* Western Former Soviet Union

* Russia

* Southern Africa

* USA

The foundation is particularly interested in:

* fresh approaches to solving community problems in our defined program areas

* approaches that, if proven successful, can generate long-term support from other sources and/or that can be

replicated in other communities when appropriate

* public policy development as well as research and development activities to further existing programs and/or to

explore new fields of interests

* approaches and activities that lead to systemic change

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The Foundation also makes grants to programs that address cross-border and regional issues, as well as those that

benefit the entire region. The Foundation is particularly interested in programs that promote networking and

information dissemination among groups addressing its objectives.

The application process should begin at least 4 months before the start of the proposed grant period. Grant

recommendations must be finalized by August 31. Proposals received between September 1 and December 31 will

be considered in the following calendar year.


Periodicity Permanent before August 31, every year.


60 000 euro a year in average.

Who is in charge?

Institution Charles Stewart Mott Foundation

Person in charge

Walter VEIRS

Mott Foundation Building, 503 S. Saginaw Street, Suite 1200,

48502-1851 Michigan

code

United States

+1-810 238 56 51

44 208 996 51 81

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14. CHARLES STEWART MOTT FOUNDATION - CIVIL SOCIETY PROGRAMME -

WESTERN BALKANS

Which fund is it? CHARLES STEWART MOTT FOUNDATION - CIVIL SOCIETY PROGRAMME - WESTERN

BALKANS

Amount Annual budget: 10 millions euro



Resume Grants provided to projects of development for the civil societies in western Balkans

Domains concerned Culture - Media - Local development - Justice - Security - Citizenship - Human Rights - Co-op

& Development


Regions Candidate countries - Balkans

Useful links http://www.mott.org


OBJECTIVES:

* Promote processes that strengthen public participation in the development of communities and societies, and that

ensure an adequate and responsive flow of resources to support these activities

* Promote processes and initiatives to build stable and strong inter-communal relations and reduce the likelihood of

violent ethnic conflict.

FINANCED ACTIONS:

* Non-profits organisations that facilitate people‟s participation in self-help initiatives and local decision making

processes, disseminate good practices, influence local and national public policy development, and develop

mechanisms to leverage funding for the benefit of local communities.

* Local grant makers in developing their capacity to strengthen local community development and public participation.

* Networks and coalitions of NGOs that share common interests and are working to influence decision making and

policy development on important issues by involving people and drawing on local experiences.

* Non-profits organisations and institutions which encourage an inclusive and constructive process of coming to

terms with the past in order to strengthen democratic participation and improve inter ethnic community relations in the

future.

* Informed dialogue among non-profits, community groups and policy makers about good practices (from within the

region and abroad) for confronting and dealing with the past.

* Non-profits and networks that work to improve cross-border and inter ethnic community cooperation in the region

The Foundation‟s primary geographic focus in this sub-region is Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia, Kosovo,

Montenegro, and Serbia. The Foundation also explores programming that addresses cross-cutting issues in this

region.

Due to its limited resources, the Foundation is not likely to consider new grant making in FYROM and Albania.


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Periodicity Permanent before August 31, every year.


40 000 euro a year in average.

Who is in charge?

Institution Charles Stewart Mott Foundation

Person in charge

Walter VEIRS

5 th Floor, Cambridge House - 100 Cambridge Grove

Hammersmith - London W6 OLE

code

United Kingdom

44 208 996 50 52

44 208 996 51 81

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15. CEDEFOP

Which fund is it? CEDEFOP


Duration 2007-2013


Resume European Centre for the Development of Vocational Training

Domains concerned Public management - Education - Training

Who can apply? Research centres - Training centres - Administrations States - Universities

Regions European Union - Candidate countries - European Economic Area

Useful links http://www.cedefop.europa.eu/EN/


OBJECTIVES:

* To compile selected documentation and analyses of data

* To contribute to developing and coordinating research

* To exploit and disseminate information

* To encourage joint approaches to vocational education and training problems

* To provide a forum for debate and exchanges of ideas

ACTIONS of the network:

* Provide with the latest information on the present state of art and future trends in vocational education and training

in the European Union through studies, reports or its own website (www.trainingvillage.gr)

* Encourage exchanges and discussion between those responsible for vocational education and training on subjects

of common interest through study visits in different Member States

* Organise the Agora Thessaloniki conferences in which vocational education and training researchers, policy-

makers and practitioners meet to exchange views with each other and with social partners, decision-makers in the

business and political worlds, and opinion leaders in the arts, media and civil society

* Publish priced (reference series) and free publications (panorama series and dossiers series) - Summaries of most

reference publications are available online

* Publish the submitted research works in the European Review "European Journal for Vocational Training", a

professional periodical and recognised Europe-wide forum for presentation and critical discussion of empirical studies

- the journal is published 3 times a year in German, English, Spanish, French and Portuguese

* Inform through Cedefop Info, which is published in hard copy (broad-sheet form) and electronic versions, 3 times a

year in English, French and German and provides short pieces of information about the most important

developments in vocational education and training in Europe

* Collect and disseminate information about vocational education and training in the EU through the Cedefop's library

and documentation service

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* Improve the communication between job applicants and employers, regardless of borders, through a coordinated

portfolio of 5 documents : Europass CV, Europass Language Portfolio, Europass Mobility, Europass Diploma

Supplement, Europass Certificate Supplement - Information at europass.cedefop.europa.eu/

* Offer 5-month periods of in-service training for young university graduates or public sector employees - for the

recruitment of trainees contact the Personnel Department of the centre or choose the section "in-service training at

cedefop" on the website


Periodicity Once a year, in October for the study visits.


Depending on the CEDEFOP action selected.

Institution CEDEFOP

Person in charge

Ms Bernadette Mouffe

PO Box 22427

GR-55102 Thessaloniki

code

Greece

30 23 10 490 111

30 31 49 00 49

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16. CIP - COMPETITIVENESS AND INNOVATION FRAMEWORK PROGRAMME

Which fund is it? CIP - COMPETITIVENESS AND INNOVATION FRAMEWORK PROGRAMME

Amount Global budget: 3.62 billion euro

Duration 2007-2013


Resume Grants for innovation activities (including eco-innovation) in enterprises, take-up of information

technologies and better use of energy.

Domains concerned Energy - Innovation - Services - New technologies - Telecommunications - Economy -

Finances - SME Policy - Tourism

Who can apply? Research centres - Corporations - Federations Unions - Administrations States - Agencies

Chambers - SMEs - Banks - Investment Funds

Regions European Union - Candidate countries - European Economic Area - Balkans

Useful links http://europa.eu

http://ec.europa.eu/cip/


STRUCTURE OF THE PROGRAMME

The programme is composed of 3 operational sub-programmes:

* 1 Entrepreneurship and Innovation Programme -EIP- 2,16 Billion euro

- Access to finance for start-up and growth of SMEs - " GIF2" a new risk capital instrument

- Facilitate access to finance with the help of the European Investment Fund (EIF)

- Innovation, including eco-innovation in enterprises

- Fostering sector-specific innovation, clusters, public-private innovation partnerships

- Entrepreneurship and innovation culture

* 2 ICT Policy support -PSP ICT- 728 million euro (former E-Ten, E-content)

- Creation of a Single European Information Space

- Innovation through the wider adoption of and investment in ICT in businesses, administrations and public sector

services, including the European eGovernment Awards 2007.

- An inclusive Information society more efficient services and products in areas of public interest and improved quality

of life. The programme will also be a means for supporting actions identified under the new policy initiative "Digital

Agenda for Europe" (see EUROFUNDING sheet).

* 3 Intelligent Energy Europe -IEE- 727 million euro

- Support sustainable development as it relates to energy, and to contribute to the achievement of the general goals

of environmental protection, security of supply and competitiveness. It does this by focusing on the removal of non-

technical barriers, the creation of market opportunities, and by raising awareness. Under CIP, the programme will

seek to facilitate the implementation of the energy regulatory framework, to increase the level of investment in new

and effective technologies, and to increase both the uptake and demand for energy efficiency, renewable energy and

energy diversification

4 separate strands:

* Energy efficiency and the rational use of energy, particularly in the building and industry sectors (SAVE)

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* New and renewable energy sources for the production of electricity and heat, as well as their integration into the

local environment and energy systems (ALTENER)

* Energy aspects of transport (STEER)

* Integrated Initiatives

Israel, Turkey, Croatia, Macedonia, Montenegro and Serbia participate to the programme since 2008.


Periodicity Several calls are published every year, in the framework of each specific sub-programme.


Co financing must be found. The programme combines former programmes such as LIFE-Environment, MAP, e-

TEN, Modinis, e-Content, IEE, parts of FP6-innovation.

Who is in charge?


Person in charge

M. Jose PUIGPELAT VALLS

Rue de la Loi, 200

B-1049 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 22 96 14 94

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17. CIP - 1 ENTREPRENEURSHIP AND INNOVATION (EIP) - Entrepreneurship and

innovation

Which fund is it? CIP - 1 ENTREPRENEURSHIP AND INNOVATION (EIP) - Entrepreneurship and

innovation


Duration 2007-2013


Resume Grants for projects that promote entrepreneurship and innovation culture.

Domains concerned Industry - Innovation - Services - New technologies - Economy - Finances - SME Policy -

Tourism - Trade

Who can apply? Corporations - Federations Unions - Agencies Chambers - SMEs


Useful links http://ec.europa.eu/cip/eip/

http://www.eubusiness.com


OBJECTIVES:

* Encouraging entrepreneurial mindsets, skills and culture, and the balancing of entrepreneurial risk and reward, in

particular for women and young people

* Encouraging a business environment favourable to innovation, enterprise development and growth

* Supporting policy development and cooperation between actors, including trans-national cooperation of national

and regional programme managers, in particular with a view to fostering the SME-friendliness of programmes and

measures

* Encouraging the creation and transfer of enterprises

FINANCED ACTIONS:

Support will be given to encourage the trans-national networking of innovative companies and all other actors in the

innovation process, including benchmarking initiatives and the exchange of best practice

* Policy analyses, policy development, coordination and twinning

* Studies, data collection, surveys and publications, based when possible on official statistics

* Twinning and meetings of experts, including experts from public institutions, experts sent by SMEs and other

interested parties, conferences and other events

* Awareness raising, networking and other relevant activities

* Benchmarking of national and regional performances, and work on good practices, including their dissemination

and implementation

* Support measures

* Analysis and monitoring of competitiveness and sectoral issues

Croatia, Macedonia and Montenegro participate to the programme since 2008. Serbia joined the programme in 2009.


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Periodicity Different calls for tenders and proposals every year.


Investments made by SMEs in activities such as technological development, innovation, including eco-innovation,

and technology transfer and the cross-border expansion of their business activities.

Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Alexandra KIEL

Rue de la Loi, 200

B-1049 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 22 98 40 43

[email protected] ; [email protected]

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18. CIP - 1 ENTREPRENEURSHIP AND INNOVATION (EIP)- Access to finance for

SMEs and start ups

Which fund is it? CIP - 1 ENTREPRENEURSHIP AND INNOVATION (EIP)- Access to finance for SMEs and

start ups

Amount Global budget: 1,046 billion euro

Duration 2007-2013


Resume Risk capital actions in relation to access to finance for the start-up and growth of SMEs and

for investment in innovation activities. Domains concerned Industry - Innovation - Services - Economy - Finances - SME Policy - Trade

Who can apply? Federations Unions - Administrations States - SMEs - Banks - Investment Funds





OBJECTIVES:

* Increasing the investment volumes of risk capital funds and investment vehicles promoted by business angels

* Providing leverage to SME debt financing instruments

* Improving the financial environment for, and the investment readiness of, SMEs

FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS:

The financial instruments shall be operated with the aim of facilitating access to finance for SMEs in certain phases of

their life cycle: seed, start-up, expansion and business transfer.

They will support investments in technological development, innovation (including eco-innovation), technology

transfer, and the cross border expansion of business activities.

They are gathered into 3 levels for 1,046 billion euro

1 * The High Growth and Innovative SME Facility (GIF) 518 M€

* Contributing to the establishment and financing of SMEs and the reduction of the equity and risk capital market gap,

which prevents SMEs from exploiting their growth potential, with a view to improving the European venture capital

market

* Supporting innovative SMEs with high growth potential, in particular those undertaking research, development and

other innovation activities

- GIF1, shall cover early stage (seed and start-up) investments

- GIF2, shall cover expansion stage investments and shall invest in specialised risk capital funds

2 * The SME Guarantee (SMEG) Facility 468 M€

* Providing counter-guarantees or, where appropriate, co guarantees for guarantee schemes operating in the eligible

countries

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3 * The Capacity Building Scheme (CBS) 60 M€

* Improving the investment and technology expertise of funds and other financial intermediaries investing in

innovative SMEs or SMEs with growth potential;

* Stimulating the supply of credit to SMEs by enhancing the credit appraisal procedures for SME lending

The CBS shall consist of:

- the Seed Capital Action - the Partnership Action



Periodicity Call for proposals to remain open during the entire programme period (“open pipeline”).


No direct financial support to SMEs but loan and equity financing provided by financial intermediaries (see

EUROFUNDING sheets CIP INSTRUMENT).

Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Jeremy HEATH

Rue de la Loi, 200

B-1049 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 2 295 16 76

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19. CIP - 1 ENTREPRENEURSHIP AND INNOVATION (EIP)- Services in Support of

Business and Innovation

Which fund is it? CIP - 1 ENTREPRENEURSHIP AND INNOVATION (EIP)- Services in Support of Business

and Innovation

Amount Annual budget:4 million euro

Duration 2007-2013


Resume Creation of an environment favourable to SME co-operation, particularly in the field of cross-

border co-operation. Domains concerned Industry - Innovation - Services - Economy - Finances - SME Policy

Who can apply? Federations Unions - SMEs - Banks - Investment Funds





Objectives:

* Business services: The Enterprise Europe Network provides a wide range of services to SMEs and entrepreneurs,

among others, helping them to access market information, overcome legal obstacles and identify potential business

partners across Europe, including innovation support and transnational technology transfer services.

The Enterprise Europe Network has been formed by the merger of Euro Info Centers (EIC) and Innovation Relay

Centers (IRC)and it comprises about 600 partners in 44 countries helping to increase the competitiveness of EU

businesses.

Among services offered:

* Providing practical information on market opportunities and European legislation

* Helping SMEs to find suitable business partners using its business and technology cooperation database

* Providing information on tender opportunities and international networking

* Developing the research and innovation capacities of SMEs by helping to create synergies with other research

actors, foster technological cooperation and holding brokerage events

* Helping SMEs to share research results, participate in research programs and apply for funding, particularly from

the EU's Seventh Framework Programme for Research and Technological Development (FP7)

* Involving SMEs and business actors in the policy-making process, by transmitting feedback to the Commission.

IPR helpdesk: funded under the CIP, provides personalised information about Intellectual Property Rights related to

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Periodicity Once a year.



and technology transfer and the cross-border expansion of their business activities shall be included in the scope of

the relevant instruments

Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Alexandra Kiel

Rue de la Loi, 200

B-1049 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 22 98 40 43

[email protected]




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20. CIP - 1 ENTREPRENEURSHIP AND INNOVATION (EIP)- Eco-innovation in

enterprises

Which fund is it? CIP - 1 ENTREPRENEURSHIP AND INNOVATION (EIP)- Eco-innovation in enterprises

Amount Global budget: 433 million euro

Duration 2007-2013


Resume Grants for projects that promote various forms of innovation in enterprises and eco-innovation.

Domains concerned Environment - Industry - Innovation - Services - New technologies - Economy - Finances -

SME Policy - Tourism - Trade

Who can apply? Research centres - Corporations - Federations Unions - Agencies Chambers - SMEs -

Universities - Associations





OBJECTIVES:

* Supporting the take-up of innovative technologies and concepts and the innovative application of existing

technologies and concepts

* Developing and exploring new types of innovation services

* Fostering technology and knowledge through data archiving and transfer

* Supporting the take-up of environmental technologies and eco-innovative activities

* Fostering eco-innovation networks and clusters and public private partnerships in eco-innovation, developing

innovative business services, and facilitating or promoting eco-innovation

* Promoting new and integrated approaches to eco-innovation in fields such as environmental management and the

environmentally friendly design of products, processes and services, taking into account their whole life cycle

PRIORITIES:

- Cleaner production processes, with preference for those sectors having an important environmental impact, such as

building, chemicals, food and drink industry, manufacturing, material recycling

- Innovative environmentally-friendly products and services, including innovative approaches to the eco-design of

products or eco-labelling

- Support to enterprises (especially SMEs) in greening their business, purchasing products and management

methods - especially innovative approach

FINANCED ACTIONS:

* Innovation and eco-innovation pilot and market replication projects, services and technologies, developed by and

for SMEs

* Environmental management, eco-labelling, eco-design

* Eco-innovation networks and clusters





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* Support to projects concerned with the first applications or market replication of innovative or eco-innovative

techniques, products or practices of Community relevance, which have already been technically demonstrated with

success but which, owing to residual risk, have not yet significantly penetrated the market.

Albania, Croatia, Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia, Israel, Montenegro, Serbia and Turkey are eligible.


Periodicity Once a year in Spring.


Maximum 50% of eligible project costs, average EC contribution of € 800,000.

Who is in charge?

Institution Executive Agency for Competitiveness and Innovation (EACI)

Person in charge

Maciej SZYMANOWICZ

Place Madou 1

B-1210 Bruxelles

Code Belgium

32 2 296 00 24

32 2 292 18 91

[email protected]




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21. CIP - 1 SUPPORT TO INNOVATION (EIP) - PRO INNO EUROPE

Which fund is it? CIP - 1 SUPPORT TO INNOVATION (EIP) - PRO INNO EUROPE

Amount Global Budget: 15 million euro

Duration 2010-2013


Resume Initiatives for the development of new approach to innovation policy

Domains concerned Research - Industry - Innovation

Who can apply? Research centres - Local and Regional authorities - Corporations - Administrations States -

SMEs

Regions European Union - Candidate countries - New Independant States - European Economic

Area - Mediterranean countries - Switzerland - Balkans

Useful links http://ec.europa.eu

http://www.proinno-europe.eu


OBJECTIVES:

* Policy analysis

- To measure and benchmark innovation performance

- To analyse innovation policy trends at national and regional level

- To develop a culture in evaluation and impact assessment of innovation programmes in Europe

- To bring together available worldwide information on innovation issues from policy, business and academia

* Policy learning

- To identify how and why policies are effective and to promote “good” innovation policy

* Policy development

- To bring together national innovation programmes

- To develop new support schemes

FINANCED ACTIONS:

* Policy analysis

- Benchmarking of innovation performance (INNO Metrics)

- Analysis of major innovation trends (INNO Policy)

- Referencing of innovation programme evaluations and impact assessments (INNO Appraisal)

* Policy learning

- Pooling of world-wide knowledge on innovation policy and business innovation (INNO Grips)

- Dialogue between public authorities, industry and academia on innovation policy (through the INNO-Views building

block)

- Trans-national cooperation through innovation policy learning (through the INNO Learning Platform building block)

* Policy development

- Trans-national innovation policy cooperation (INNO-Nets)

- Incentives for joint innovation actions (INNO-Actions)

http://ec.europa.eu/

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PRO INNO Europe is a new initiative of DG Enterprise and Industry which aims to become the focal point for

innovation policy analysis, learning and development in Europe, with the view to learning from the best and

contributing to the development of new and better innovation policies in Europe.


Periodicity All year round.


The amount have not been defined yet.

Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Lisbeth BAHL POULSEN

Rue de la Loi, 200

B-1049 Bruxelles

code Belgium

32 2 299 54 47

32 2 296 30 28





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22. CIP - 1 SUPPORT TO INNOVATION (EIP) - EUROPE INNOVA

Which fund is it? CIP - 1 SUPPORT TO INNOVATION (EIP) - EUROPE INNOVA


Duration 2007-2013


Resume Initiative for innovation professionals designed to identify and analyse the leverages and

barriers to innovation within specific sectors, and to establish networks between clusters

Domains

concerned Information – Industry – Innovation - Economy – Finances - SME Policy

Who can apply? Local and Regional authorities – Corporations - Federations Unions - Administrations States -

Agencies Chambers – SMEs – Universities - Investment Funds

Regions European Union - Candidate countries - European Economic Area - Switzerland

Useful links http://ec.europa.eu/environment/ecoinnovation2010/1st_forum/presentations/ecoip_europe_inn

ova_bilbao_etap_mautone.pdf


OBJECTIVES :

* Create a dialogue to identify and analyse the leverages and barriers to innovation within specific sectors thanks to

sectoral innovation panels that gather industrials and decision-makers

* Inform, assist, mobilise and network the key stakeholders in the field of entrepreneurial innovations

FINANCED ACTIONS :

* Sectoral Innovation Watch: a tool for the analyse of innovation performance in 10 industrial sectors (biotechnology,

ICT, energy, automotive, food/drink, space, textile, chemicals, machinery/equipment)

* 8 Innovation Panels: panel composed of industry experts on innovation who provide policy recommendations; 2

panels will bring recommendations on global gazelles: High-Growth SMEs and eco-innovation

* Innovation Finance Networks: 10 networks aiming to bring together entrepreneurs, incubators and the financial

community to analyse innovation finance needs, develop new tools for innovation finance and draw policy

recommendations

* Cluster Networks: 11 network aiming to build platforms for sharing analyses and good practice in cluster

management

* Innovation Management: project to provide new tools for SMEs aimed at getting innovative start-ups off the ground

* Innovation Standards: project aiming to facilitate the integration of open standards into the design of new products

and services

* Innovation Mapping: specific study to create a consistent set of data and apply the same methodology throughout

the EU-27

* Europe INNOVA Communications Service: central service designed to coordinate and disseminate information

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through producing brochures, newsletter etc.

* Europe INNOVA Forum: web-based forum launched to support and contribute towards the Europe INNOVA as well

as other initiatives related to innovation


Periodicity At any time subscriptions are possible at the web portal. A few calls for tenders are forecasted

within the networks and projects.


Participation to these services for exchange of experience is made on voluntary basis, few Community funding

available.


Person in charge

Lisbeth BAHL POULSEN

Avenue d'Auderghem 45

B-1049 Bruxelles

Code Belgium

32 22 99 54 47

[email protected]




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23. CIP - 2 POLICY SUPPORT PROGRAMME (ICT PSP)

Which fund is it? CIP - 2 POLICY SUPPORT PROGRAMME (ICT PSP)

Amount Global budget: 115,5 million euro

Duration 2007-2013


Resume Grants for the development of an inclusive information society and more efficient and effective

services in areas of public interest, and improvement of quality of life.

Domains concerned Public management - Education - Training - Health - Industry - Innovation - New

technologies - Telecommunications - SME Policy - Tourism

Who can apply? Research centres - Local and Regional authorities - Corporations - Federations Unions -

Administrations States - Agencies Chambers - SMEs -Universities



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OBJECTIVES:

* Develop the single information space: Ensure seamless access to ICT-based services and establish appropriate

framework conditions for the rapid, appropriate and effective convergence of digital communications and services,

incorporating, inter alia, interoperability, the use of open standards, and security and trust aspects

* Ensure a wider uptake and better use of ICT: Promote innovation in processes, services and products enabled by

ICT, in particular in SMEs and public services, taking into account the necessary skills requirements

* Enabling an inclusive Information Society: Improve the quality, efficiency, availability and accessibility of electronic

services in areas of public interest and for ICT enabled participation, including, where appropriate, interoperable pan-

European or cross-border public services

PRIORITY AREAS FOR 2011:

* ICT for a low carbon economy and smart mobility

* Digital Content

* ICT for health, ageing well and inclusion

* Innovative government and public services

* Open innovation for Internet-enabled services

FINANCED ACTIONS:

– Pilot projects (Type A) - building on initiatives in Member States and Associated Countries;

– Pilot projects (Type B) - stimulating the uptake of innovative ICT based services and products;

– Thematic Network (TN) - providing a forum for stakeholders for experience sharing and consensus building;

– Best Practice Network (BPN) - exclusively for the theme on "digital content" to support

sharing of good practices in this field.


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Measures devoted to research activities will not be eligible for support.

Iceland, Lichtenstein, Norway, Croatia, Turkey and Serbia participate to this programme.


Periodicity One general call a year and many calls for tenders.


Grants wil cover the direct costs up to 50%. Interoperability project: 5-10 Million €; ICT Innovation 2-3 Million €.

Thematic networks may declare their additional costs for coordination activities.

Who is in charge?


Person in charge

ICT PSP Secretariat and Helpdesk

Rue de la Loi, 200

B-1049 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 2 296 85 96

32 2 296 83 88

[email protected]




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24. CIP - 3 INTELLIGENT ENERGY EUROPE II

Which fund is it? CIP - 3 INTELLIGENT ENERGY EUROPE II


Duration 2007-2013


Resume The Intelligent Energy - Europe II (IEE II) aims to contribute to providing a secure energy

supply for Europe, with sustainable and competitive prices. Domains concerned Transport - Energy - Environment - Industry


Administrations States - Agencies Chambers - SMEs -Universities - Associations


Useful links http://ec.europa.eu/energy/intelligent/


OBJECTIVES:

* Improvement of sustainability and development of the potential of cities and regions, as well as of the the legislative

measures' preparation

* Boosting investment across the Member States in new and best performing technologies in the fields of energy

efficiency, renewable energy sources and energy diversification, including in transport

* Encourage energy efficiency and rational use of energy resources.

The programme is structured in 4 specific fields (see EUROFUNDING sheets):

* SAVE to foster energy efficiency and the rational use of energy resources

* ALTENER III to promote new and renewable energy sources and to support energy diversification

* STEER to promote energy efficiency and the use of new and renewable energy sources in transport

* INTEGRATED INITIATIVES to promote energy efficiency and renewable energy in various fields

Among financed actions:

* Improve energy efficiency and rational use of energy

* Promote new renewable energy sources, thus supporting the diversification of energy sources

* Integrate new energy sources and renewable sources in the local environment and energy systems

* Support the development of legislative measures and their implementation.

The CIP programme is open to EEA countries and to Croatia.




Usually up to 75% of the eligible project costs, more details are given in the call for proposals and annual work

programme.

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Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Patrick LAMBERT

Place Madou 1

B-1210 Bruxelles

Code

Belgium

32 2 295 05 31





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25. CIP - 3 INTELLIGENT ENERGY EUROPE II - ALTENER III

Which fund is it? CIP - 3 INTELLIGENT ENERGY EUROPE II - ALTENER III

Amount Annual budget: 727,3 million euro

Duration 2007-2013


Resume Grants for the promotion of renewable energy sources.

Domains concerned Energy - Environment - Industry - SME Policy - Tourism






OBJECTIVES:

* Promotion of new and renewable energy sources for centralised and decentralised production of electricity, heat

and cold and their integration into the local environment and the energy systems

KEY AREAS:

* Renewable energy sources RES-Electricity

- National indicative targets, - Support schemes

- Grid system issues, - Green electricity, - Distributed electricity generation

* RES-Heat and Cold

- Biomass, heat pumps and solar systems in existing building structures for bio fuels

-District heating and cooling

- Monitor and streamline support schemes, guarantees of origin and to ease application procedures for construction

and planning permits, while also addressing environmental impact and social acceptance, to reduce lead times and

speed up approval rates.

* Bio energy

- Solid biomass

- Liquid bio fuels

- Biogas

- Monitor, plan and streamline market and regulatory frameworks in order to support implementation of bio energy

policy at national and European level


* The creation, enlargement or reorganisation of structures and instruments for sustainable energy development

* The promotion of sustainable energy systems and equipment in order to accelerate their penetration on the market

and stimulate investment in this area

* The development of information, education and training structures; the utilisation of results, the promotion and

dissemination of know-how and best practices in this area




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Support is given to different types of activities: capacity building, networking between market actors, promotion,

education, pilot actions for market transformation, and conferences.




Up to 75% of the eligible costs of the project. Investment in hardware or in equipment for demonstration purposes is

not eligible for support under the programme.

Who is in charge?


Person in charge

William GILLETT

Rue Belliard 7

B-1049 Bruxelles

Code

Belgium

32 2 299 56 76

32 2 292 18 91

[email protected] <b> [email protected]

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26. CIP - 3 INTELLIGENT ENERGY EUROPE II - INTEGRATED INITIATIVES

Which fund is it? CIP - 3 INTELLIGENT ENERGY EUROPE II - INTEGRATED INITIATIVES

Amount Global budget:9 billion euro

Duration 2007-2013


Resume Grants in the field of sustainable use of energy

Domains concerned Social Affairs - Public management - Transport - Energy - Environment - Industry


Agencies Chambers - SMEs - Universities -Associations




OBJECTIVES:

* Integrating energy efficiency and renewable energy sources in several sectors of the economy

* Combining various instruments, tools and players within the same action or project

KEY AREAS:

* Local energy leadership

- Integration of sustainable energy policies in public authorities‟ operations

- Facilitating cooperation between public authorities and other local actors, in particular energy utilities

* Mobilising local energy investments

- Mobilisation of local investments in energy efficiency and/or renewable energy projects

* Energy efficiency and renewable energy in buildings - Nearly zero-energy buildings

- new build and/or renovation

* Building Workforce Training and Qualification

FINANCED ACTIONS:

- Simplifying local procedures for authorising construction of renewable energy systems

- Monitoring local energy markets, investment, costs and businesses

- Local user behaviour studies, monitoring and benchmarking public acceptance and market

confidence

- Organisation of energy days and weeks

- Implementation of road-shows on intelligent energy

- Develop ambitious local and regional policies, plans and targets for integrated bio energy supplies

- Promote establishment of strong market structures, involving local and regional organisations (especially SMEs) in

large-scale production and processing of an integrated mix of bio energy sources.


Periodicity Once a year, in Spring.





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Up to 75% of the eligible costs of the project.

Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Pedro BALLESTEROS TORRES

Rue de la Loi, 200

B-1049 Bruxelles

Code

Belgium

32 2 296 78 39

32 2 296 60 16





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27. CIP - 3 INTELLIGENT ENERGY EUROPE II - SAVE

Which fund is it? CIP - 3 INTELLIGENT ENERGY EUROPE II - SAVE


Duration 2007-2013


Resume Grants to promote energy efficiency and energy savings projects.

Domains concerned Transport - Energy- Environment - Industry - Tourism


Agencies Chambers - SMEs - Universities -Associations




OBJECTIVES:

* Exploiting energy savings by improving energy efficiency and promoting more rational use of energy at user level.

In particular, priority is given to infrastructures – both in construction and use.

KEY AREAS:

* Energy-efficient products :

- Actions resulting in a higher market share of sustainable and energy-efficient products covered by relevant EU

legislation (Ecodesign and Energy Labelling Directives, Energy Star and Tyre Labelling Regulations).

- Actions fostering procurement of the most sustainable and energy-efficient products, in particular by public

authorities.

- Actions for market surveillance of the eco design and/or labelling requirements.

* Industrial excellence in energy for actions increasing energy efficiency in industry, in

particular manufacturing industries

- Sector-specific actions to reap the maximum savings in specific branches with large untapped potential (food and

drink industry, dairy farming, textile producers and finishers, plastics processors and polymer producers, etc...).

- Establishment of cross-sector large-scale energy conservation schemes, in particular audit or financing schemes

targeted on SMEs or waste heat recovery schemes. These projects should aim to continue and expand the schemes

beyond the duration of the project.

AMONG FINANCED ACTIONS:

* Promotion of sustainable development, security of energy supply, competitiveness and environmental protection

* Creation, enlargement or reorganisation of structures and instruments for sustainable energy development

* Promotion of sustainable energy systems and equipment in order to accelerate their penetration on the market

* Development of information, education and training structures; the use of results, promotion and dissemination of

know-how and best practices in this area

Support is given to different types of activities: capacity building, networking between market actors, promotion,

education, pilot actions for market transformation, and conferences.




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Candidate countries (Croatia) participate to this programme.


Periodicity Once a year, in Spring.


Up to 75% of the eligible costs of the project. Investment in hardware, or in equipment for demonstration purposes, is


Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Rue de la Loi, 200

B-1049 Bruxelles

Code

Belgium

+32 2 298 18 20

+32 2 292 18 91

[email protected]




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28. CIP - 3 INTELLIGENT ENERGY EUROPE II - STEER

Which fund is it? CIP - 3 INTELLIGENT ENERGY EUROPE II - STEER

Amount Global budget: 9 billion euro

Duration 2007-2013


Resume Grants in the field of sustainable use of energy in transport.

Domains concerned Public management - Transport - Energy - Environment - Industry






OBJECTIVES:

* Support to initiatives relating to all energy aspects of transport, the diversification of fuels and the promotion of

renewable fuels and energy efficiency in transport, including the preparation of legislative measures and their

implementation

KEY AREAS:

* Energy-efficient transport

- Actions reducing transport energy use by supporting the take-up of Sustainable Urban Mobility Plans (SUMPs),

building on the guidance and materials developed by the European Commission‟s ELTIS platform

- Targeted actions to increase the energy efficiency of freight distribution in urban areas

- Actions increasing energy efficiency in leisure travel by implementing new approaches, initiatives and services to

change people‟s travel behaviour

* Clean and energy-efficient vehicles

- Actions to assist fleet operators and authorities with implementation of the Clean Vehicle Directive

- Actions to address specific issues related to the safety or eco-driving of clean and energy-efficient vehicles

FINANCED ACTIONS:

* Promotion of sustainable development, security of energy supply, competitiveness and environmental protection

* Economic instruments and incentives for sustainable energy development

* Economic sustainable energy systems and equipment in order to accelerate their penetration on the market and

stimulate investment in this area

* Development of information, education and training structures: training and education of local agencies

* Promotion and dissemination of know-how and best practices and results

* Monitoring of the implementation and the impact of Community initiatives and support measures

* Evaluation of the impact of actions and projects funded under the programme.

The programme is open to participation for Croatia and EEA countries, based on the decision in the European

Association Agreements with each of these countries.




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Up to 75% of the eligible costs of the project. Investment in hardware, or in equipment for demonstration purposes, is


Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Rue de la Loi, 200

B-1049 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 2 296 86 42

32 2 292 18 91

[email protected]




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29. CIP INSTRUMENT GIF High Growth and Innovative SME Facility

Which fund is it? CIP INSTRUMENT GIF High Growth and Innovative SME Facility


Duration 2007-2013


Resume New financial instrument to facilitate to SMEs the obtention of equity and risk capital

necessary to their growth Domains concerned Industry - Innovation - Services - Economy - Finances - SME Policy - Trade

Who can apply? Federations Unions - Agencies Chambers - SMEs - Investment Funds



http://www.sme-finance-day.eu


PRIORITY:

Special attention shall be given to Eco-innovation.

The GIF tasks:

* Contributing to the establishment and financing of SMEs and the reduction of the equity and risk capital market gap,

which prevents SMEs from exploiting their growth potential, with a view to improving the European venture capital

market

* Supporting innovative SMEs with high growth potential, in particular those undertaking research, development and

other innovation activities

WINDOWS:

1* GIF 1, shall cover early stage (seed and start-up) investments.

It shall invest in specialised venture capital funds such as early stage funds, funds operating in specific regions, funds

focused on specific sectors, technologies or research and technological development and funds linked to incubators,

which shall in turn provide capital to SMEs.

It may also co-invest in funds and investment promoted by business angels

2* GIF 2, shall cover expansion stage investments and shall invest in specialised risk capital funds

which in turn shall provide quasi-equity or equity for innovative SMEs with high growth potential in their expansion

phase.

GIF2 investments shall avoid buy-out or replacement capital intended for asset stripping.

GIF2 may invest in risk capital funds pursuing a “buy-and-build” strategy, whereby the fund commits to invest in and

grow the business of the SME beneficiary to secure or create long term growth, employment and value rather than

only paying out existing owners.

SELECTION CRITERIA:

http://ec.europa.eu/enterprise/policies/finance/cip-financial-instruments/

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GIF1 and GIF2 shall target commercially oriented intermediaries managed by independent teams combining the

appropriate mix of skills and experience. The intermediaries shall be selected in conformity with best business and

market practices in a transparent and non-discriminatory manner, avoiding any conflict of interest with the

aim of working through a wide range of specialised funds or similar structures.


Periodicity Permanently.




Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Jeremy HEATH

Rue de la Loi, 200

B-1049 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 2 295 16 76

[email protected]




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30. CIP INSTRUMENT SMEG - SME GUARANTEE FACILITY

Which fund is it? CIP INSTRUMENT SMEG - SME GUARANTEE FACILITY


Duration 2007-2013


Resume New financial instrument to facilitate to SMEs the obtention of bank guarantees

Domains concerned Industry - Innovation - Services - Economy - Finances - SME Policy - Trade

Who can apply? Federations Unions - Agencies Chambers - SMEs - Banks - Investment Funds



http://www.sme-finance-day.eu


TASKS SMEG:

* Providing counter-guarantees or, where appropriate, co guarantees for guarantee schemes operating in the eligible

countries (ex: OSEO sofaris in France)

* Providing direct guarantees for any other appropriate financial intermediary (ex: KFW in Germany)

WINDOWS :

1 * Debt financing via loans or leasing: shall reduce the particular difficulties SMEs face in accessing finance either

due to the perceived higher risk associated with investments in certain knowledge-related activities such as

technological development, innovation and technology transfer or due to the lack of sufficient collateral

2 * Micro-credit financing: shall encourage financial institutions to play a greater role in the provision of loans of a

smaller amount which should normally involve proportionately higher unit handling costs for borrowers with

insufficient collateral.

In addition to guarantees or counter-guarantees, financial intermediaries may receive grants to partially offset the

high administrative costs inherent in micro-credit financing

3 * Guarantees for equity or quasi-equity investments in SMEs: shall include investments which provide seed capital

and/or capital in the start-up phase, and mezzanine financing, in order to reduce the particular difficulties which

SMEs face because of their weak financial structure and those arising from business transfers,

4 * Securitisation of SME debt finance portfolios:

- Mobilise additional debt financing for SMEs under appropriate risk-sharing arrangements with the targeted

institutions. Support for those transactions shall be conditional upon an undertaking by the originating institutions to

grant a significant part of the resulting liquidity of the mobilised capital for new SME lending in a reasonable period of

time.

The amount of this new debt financing shall be calculated in relation to the amount of the guaranteed portfolio risk

and shall be negotiated,

together with the period of time, individually with each originating institution.


Periodicity Permanently.


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Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Jeremy Heath

Rue de la Loi, 200

B-1049 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 2 295 16 76

[email protected]




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31. CIVIL JUSTICE

Which fund is it? CIVIL JUSTICE

Amount Annual budget: 15.7 million euro

Duration 2007-2013


Resume Grants for judicial cooperation projects between practitioners in civil matters

Domains concerned Justice - Security

Who can apply? Research centres - Training centres - Federations Unions - Administrations States -

Universities - Associations - International Organisation

Regions European Union - Candidate countries - Balkans



OBJECTIVES:

* Promote judicial cooperation with the aim of contributing to the creation of a genuine European area of justice in

civil matters based on mutual recognition and mutual confidence

* Promote the elimination of obstacles to the good functioning of cross-border civil proceedings in the Member States

* Improve the daily life of individuals and businesses by enabling them to assert their rights throughout the European

Union, notably by fostering access to justice

* Improve the contacts, exchange of information and networking between legal, judicial and administrative authorities

and the legal professions, including by way of support of judicial training, with the aim of better mutual understanding

among such authorities and professionals.

FINANCED ACTIONS through 3 types of actions:

1* Specific actions taken at the initiative of the Commission financed after call for tenders

2* Actions providing financial support for specific projects of Community interest, financed after call for proposals

Eligible activities within the specific projects:

* Meetings, exchanges

* Training, seminars

* Research, studies

* Information dissemination

Thematic priorities are defined every year in the annual work programme.

3* Actions providing financial support for the activities of non-governmental organisations (NGOs). The programme

publishes every year a specific call for proposals to support the activities of NGOs

SELECTION CRITERIA:

- Specific projects with EU interest must be submitted by at least 2 Member States

- Projects may also associate practitioners from the candidate countries according to the conditions stated in their

Association Agreements




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- Denmark does not participate in the adoption of this Regulation, and is therefore not bound by it nor subject to its

application. Therefore participation is possible only without funding from the programme.


Periodicity 3 calls per year: 1 for specific projects, one on the subject of the application of competition

rules, one to support the activities.


Between 75 000 and 500 000 euro, up to 80% of the eligible costs. NGO support between 50 000 and 250 000 euro.

Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Lenka ZDRAHALOVA

Rue de la Loi, 200

B-1049 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 2 298 08 64

[email protected]




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32. CIVITAS PLUS

Which fund is it? CIVITAS PLUS


Duration 2008-2012


Resume Grants to European cities that run a radical integrated urban transport policy

Domains concerned Town planning – Transport - Local development - Environment

Who can apply? Research centers - Local and Regional authorities - Agencies Chambers - SMEs


Useful links

http://www.civitas-initiative.org/index.php?id=69

http://cordis.europa.eu/fp7/dc/index.cfm?fuseaction=usersite.FP7DetailsCallPage&call_id=374

http://www.civitas.eu/index.php?id=4


OBJECTIVES:

* Promotion of integrated approaches to sustainable urban transport planning and financing, linked with inter-urban

networks for passengers and freight.

* Development, demonstration and validation of new policy approaches and innovative transport technologies and

systems for improving urban mobility whilst reducing accidents, congestion, energy consumption, air and noise

pollution, etc.

* Networking of cities to promote political dialogue, joint public procurement for new

technologies, enhance mutual learning and disseminate results and good practice.

* Development of methodologies for assessing cost-effectiveness and long term financial

viability of integrated packages of mobility measures.

FINANCED ACTIONS:

8 categories of measures have been identified as the basic building blocks of an integrated strategy. Each CIVITAS

city chooses an appropriate set of measures and combines them to form integrated solutions for clean urban

transport in cities. In addition, each city ensures political involvement and support.

MEASURES:

* Energy-efficient cost-effective clean vehicle fleets for public and/or private transport using alternative fuels (bio-

fuels, natural gas, hybrid vehicles) and innovative fuelling infrastructure

* Schemes for access control, limiting access to clean vehicles only, walking & cycling, parking management

* Integrated pricing strategies, including congestion charging and area-specific pricing schemes

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* Stimulation of collective passenger transport and its quality of service accessibility and security aspects

* New forms of vehicle use and ownership less car dependent lifestyles

* New concepts for the distribution of goods, including freight logistics services and clean vehicle fleets

* Innovative „soft‟ measures for managing mobility demand : walking, cycling and road safety aspects

* Transport management systems and traveler services (satellite applications)


Periodicity Once a year in the framework of the FP7 transport calls.


Maximum rates vary between 50% and 100% of the eligible project's costs according to the activity and to the legal

statutes of the beneficiary.

Institution CIVITAS Secretariat

Person in charge

Mr Csaba MEZEI

Ady Endre

2000 Szentendre (Hungary)

code

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33. COST

Which fund is it? COST


Duration 2007-2013


Resume Intergovernmental framework providing grants for European cooperation in the field of

scientific and technical research Domains concerned Research - Public management

Who can apply? Research centres - Corporations - Agencies Chambers - SMEs - Universities - International

Organisation

Regions European Union - Candidate countries - New Independant States - European Economic

Area - Mediterranean countries - Switzerland - Northern America - Asia - Balkans

Useful links http://www.cost.eu


OBJECTIVES:

* Network at a European level nationally financed research of a basic pre-competitive, pre-normative or policy-related

nature

SCIENTIFIC TECHNOLOGIVAL DOMAINS:

1. Biomedicine and Molecular Biosciences (BMBS)

2. Food and Agriculture (FA)

3. Forests, their Products and Services (FPS)

4. Materials, Physical & Nanosciences (MPNS)

5. Chemistry and Molecular Sciences & Technologies (CMST)

6. Earth System Science & Environmental Management (ESSEM)

7. Information & Communication Technologies (ICT)

8. Transport & Urban Development (TUD)

9. Individuals, Society, Culture & Health (ISCH)

FINANCED ACTIONS:

COST stimulates new, innovative and interdisciplinary scientific networks in Europe. COST activities (Actions) are

carried out by research teams. Cooperation takes the form of

concerted activities, i.e. the co-ordination of nationally funded research activities, between research institutions from

member countries or

cooperating states

* Networks and activities of co-ordinated national research projects, seminars, workshops, conferences, scientific

exchanges, technical missions in various fields which are of interest to a minimum number of participants (at least 5)

from different member States.

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CANDIDATES PROFILE:

* Work for a laboratory or institution located in a COST member country, which has nothing to do with your own

nationality (COST member countries: EU 27 + Turkey + Croatia, FYROM/Macedonia, Serbia + Iceland, Norway +

Switzerland+ Bosnia)

* Institutions from non-COST countries may join COST Actions: Armenia, Australia, Canada, India, Israël, Japan,

China, Russia, Ukraine, USA.


Periodicity Continuous call for proposals with two submission dates in March and September.


Coordination and related expenses only are covered by the COST budget; the research activities themselves are

funded nationally. 100 000 euro on average per action for co-ordination, representing 1% of national budget.

Institution COST Office

Person in charge

Inge DE PRINS

Avenue Louise, 149

B-1050 Bruxelles

code

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32 2 533 38 03

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34. CULTURE (2007-2013)

Which fund is it? CULTURE (2007-2013)


Duration 2007-2013


Resume Grants in the framework of the unique funding instrument for the development of transnational

cultural cooperation between cultural players in Europe Domains concerned Culture - Media - Industry - Tourism


Administrations States - SMEs - Universities -Associations - International Organisation


Useful links

http://ec.europa.eu/culture/

http://www.culturefund.eu/

http://www.2007-2013.eu


OBJECTIVES:

* Promote the transnational mobility of people working in the cultural sector

* Encourage the transnational circulation of works and cultural and artistic products

* Encourage intercultural dialogue

FINANCED ACTIONS VIA 3 STRANDS/

1 * Support for cultural actions

- Multi-annual Cooperation projects involving at least 6 operators from 6 different eligible countries (maximum period

of five years)

- Cooperation measures, support for sectoral or cross-sectoral cultural cooperation actions between at least 3 cultural

operators in 3 different participating countries (maximum of 12-24 months)

- Cooperation Projects with Third Countries involving at least three cultural operators, from at least three eligible

countries

- Literary Translation Projects for promoting the circulation of literary works (EU support: max. 60% of the project

budget)

2 * Support for bodies active at European level in the field of culture (European cultural networks) and actions

supported for the preservation and commemoration of the main sites and archives associated with the deportations

and for keeping alive the memory of the victims at these sites

3 * Support for analysis, collection and dissemination of information in the field of cultural cooperation. This strand

aims at gathering data on the evolution of cultural cooperation and the development of a web tool for exchange of

good practices

Full participation of the Candidate countries as Turkey, Croatia, FYROM, Montenegro and the Western Balkans as

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signed bilateral association agreements including aspects on cultural cooperation with the EU.


Periodicity Several deadlines per strand of action, every year.


Cooperation projects : up to 50% of the eligible project budget. Support to operating costs of organisations: max.

80% of the eligible expenses.

Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Antonio FARRAUTO

Rue Colonel Bourg, 135-139

B-1049 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 2 298 77 36

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35. CULTURE 1 - SUPPORT FOR CULTURAL ACTIONS

Which fund is it? CULTURE (2007-2013) 1 SUPPORT FOR CULTURAL ACTIONS


Duration 2007-2013


Resume Grants for cultural cooperation projects of large and small scale et scope

Domains concerned Culture - Media - Industry


Agencies Chambers - SMEs - Universities -Associations - International Organisation


Useful links

http://eacea.ec.europa.eu/culture/programme/

http://www.eurodesk.org/edesk/

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FINANCED ACTIONS VIA 3 STRANDS:

1.1 * Multi annual cooperation projects (large projects - lasting 3-5 years)

This will cover "sustainable and structured cultural cooperation projects in order to bring together the specific quality

and expertise of cultural operators throughout the whole of Europe". This support is intended to assist projects in

their start-up and structuring phase or in their geographical extension phase. The aim is to encourage them to

establish sustainable foundations and achieve financial autonomy.

PRIORITY is given to projects that cover all of the objectives of the programme

Each cooperation project shall be intended to carry out a number of structured, multi-annual cultural activities,

implemented throughout the duration of the project.

PARTNERSHIP: At least 6 operators from 6 different eligible countries must be involved. They should all sign a

cooperation agreement, a common document with a legal form.

1.2 * Cooperation measures (smaller projects, 1-2 years)

This will cover support for sectoral or cross-sectoral cultural cooperation actions between European cultural

operators.

PRIORITY is given to creativity and innovation. Projects which explore avenues for cooperation in order to develop

them over the longer term will be particularly encouraged.

PARTNERSHIP: At least 3 operators from 3 different eligible countries must be involved.

1.3 * Cultural cooperation projects with third countries (2 years max.): support to projects involving a minimum of

three cultural operators from 3 different eligible countries and at least one organization from Mexico where at least

50% of the activities should take place. Each year the name of the countries concerned are indicated on the website

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1.4 * Literacy translation projects

Translation projects improving the knowledge of European literature, while promoting the flow of work between

countries. Candidates must be houses publishers.

1.5 * Support for European cultural festivals

This support may be granted for one or three editions of the festival.


Periodicity One call per year generating one deadline per strand: Cooperation projects: 1 October;

Translation Projects: 1 February; Third Country Projects: 1 May.


Financing will cover maximum 50% of the project budget and shall be "degressive" in nature for the cooperation

projects.

Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Antonio FARRAUTO


B-1049 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

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36. CULTURE 2 - SUPPORT FOR EUROPEAN CULTURAL ORGANISATIONS

Which fund is it? CULTURE (2007-2013) 2 SUPPORT FOR EUROPEAN CULTURAL ORGANISATIONS


Duration 2007-2013


Resume Operating Grants to cover costs of the work programmes of bodies active at European level in

the field of culture (European cultural networks) Domains concerned Culture - Media - Industry

Who can apply? Federations Unions - Agencies Chambers - Associations


Useful links


http://eacea.ec.europa.eu/culture/



OBJECTIVES:

This support shall take the form of an operating grant to co-finance expenditure associated with the permanent work

programme of a body which pursues an aim of general European interest in the field of culture or an objective

forming part of the EU's policy in this area.

In this context it is useful to remind the specific objectives of the programme:

* Promote the transnational mobility of cultural players

* Encourage the transnational circulation of works and cultural and artistic products

* Encourage intercultural dialogue

FINANCED ACTIONS:

Support may be given to bodies working for cultural cooperation in one or more of the following ways:

* providing representation at Community level

* collecting or disseminating information for facilitating trans-European Community cultural cooperation

* networking at European level for bodies active in the field of culture

* participating in cultural cooperation projects or acting as ambassadors for European culture

CATEGORIES :

* Ambassadors for organisms which have clear aptitude to be European "representatives" of European culture

(orchestras, theatre groups, etc.). The organisations must exist since at least two years and their activities must be

carried out in at least seven eligible countries.

* Advocacy networks: advocacy networks entrusted by the associated members of the

network and which ensure a significant representation of specific category(ies) of cultural operators or the cultural

fields at European level. The networks must exist since at least one year.

* Structured dialogue platforms (restricted category, 5% of the amount available): Culture civil society platforms

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Periodicity Once a year 1st of November.


Maximum 80% of the eligible project costs, more details are usually written in the call text.

Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Antonio FARRAUTO


B-1049 Bruxelles

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Belgium

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37. CULTURE 3 - SUPPORT FOR ANALYSES, COLLECTION AND DISSEMINATION

Which fund is it? CULTURE (2007-2013) 3 SUPPORT FOR ANALYSES, COLLECTION AND

DISSEMINATION


Duration 2007-2013


Resume Financing through service contracts for analysis, collection and dissemination of information in

the field of cultural cooperation Domains concerned Culture - Media - Industry


Agencies Chambers - SMEs - Universities -Associations - International Organisation


Useful links



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This 3rd strand of the CULTURE programme finances supporting activities to the implementation of the programme,

especially analysis, collection of information as well as maximising the impact of funded cultural cooperation projects.

For 2011, the total budget will be 3.505 million Euros.

FINANCED ACTIONS:

1 * Support for cultural contact points:

There is a need for the provision of information on the Culture Programme for artists and cultural organizations. In

this respect, the Cultural Contact Points are funded in all countries participating in the program.

2 * Support to the work of research and analysis in the field of European cultural cooperation

and development of European cultural policy. The purpose of this support is to increase the volume and quality of

information and data, to develop analysis and comparative data on cultural cooperation at European level,

particularly concerning the mobility of creators and actors, the circulation of works of art and artistic and cultural

products, as well as intercultural dialogue.

PRIORITIES:

* Studies and analyses contributing to increasing knowledge of the phenomenon of trans-European cultural

cooperation and to creating favourable conditions for it

* Projects aimed at collecting and analysing statistics

3 * Support the activities of analysis and dissemination to promote the collection and research results, and evaluating

them in light of program objectives in order to meet the strong need for quantitative data in the cultural sector.

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promotes the exchange of experiences and best practices, dissemination of information regarding the program, and

the trans-European cultural cooperation at large.

5 * Projects of cooperation between agencies involved in the analysis of cultural policies and support cooperation

projects between public and private organizations (cultural services to national, regional or local authorities, cultural

observatories or foundations, university departments specializing in cultural affairs, professional organizations and

networks), which have a direct and practical experience in analysis, estimation and evaluation of the impact of

cultural policies at local, regional, national and / or European, relationship with at least one of the three objectives of

the European agenda for culture.


Periodicity Irregular calls for proposals and calls for tenders for this strand. Various submission deadlines

between September and November.


Co-financing will be granted for a period from 12 up to 24 months and cannot exceed 50% of the total eligible budget

of the project.

Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Antonio FARRAUTO


B-1049 Bruxelles

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38. CUSTOMS 2013

Which fund is it? CUSTOMS 2013


Duration 2008-2013


Resume Grants for exchange projects for customs officers and the modernisation of information and

communication services

Domains

concerned Public management – Information - Education – Training - Justice - Security

Who can

apply? Corporations - Federations Unions - Administrations States - Agencies Chambers - Associations

Regions European Union - Candidate countries

Useful links http://ec.europa.eu/taxation_customs/customs/cooperation_programmes/customs_2007/index_en.htm

http://europa.eu/legislation_summaries/customs/l11050_en.htm


OBJECTIVES:

* Developing a pan-European electronic customs environment and contributing to the implementation of modernised

Customs Code

* Pursue the further expansion of international customs cooperation between the EU customs administrations and

third countries customs authorities in the field of supply chain security, in accordance with the EU international

obligations

* Support the further development and implementation of the Authorised Economic Operator Concept to provide

facilitation to compliant traders

* Ensure the maintenance of the current operational trans-European IT systems

* Pursue further development of cooperation, exchange of information and best practices with the Customs

administrations of third countries

FINANCED ACTIONS

* Communication and information-exchange systems

* Benchmarking

* Seminars and workshops

* Project groups and steering groups

* Working visits

* Training activities

* Monitoring actions

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PARTNERSHIP:

The programme may also be open to the participation of certain partner countries of the European Neighbourhood

Policy if these countries have reached a sufficient level of approximation of the relevant legislation and administrative

methods of the EU.

Turkey and Croatia can participate. Since 2009, FYROM, Macedonia and Serbia are included.


Periodicity Subscription at the national customs authorities all year long.


The programme covers travel and living expenses of the exchange programmes and the cost of acquisition,

development, installation of information exchange systems, and expenses relating to Programme management

activities


Person in charge

Sophie de COSTER

Rue de la Loi, 200

B-1049 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

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39. DIGITAL AGENDA FOR EUROPE

Which fund is it? DIGITAL AGENDA FOR EUROPE

Amount Global budget: not communicated

Duration 2010-2020


Resume This Digital Agenda for Europe strategy aims to contribute significantly to the EU's economic

growth and spread the benefits of the digital era to all sections of society.

Domains concerned Culture – Media - Public management – Information – Industry – Citizenship – Services - New

technologies

Who can apply? Administrations States


Useful links

http://ec.europa.eu/information_society/digital-agenda/index_en.htm

http://europa.eu/rapid/pressReleasesAction.do?reference=IP/10/581

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OBJECTIVES:

Deliver sustainable economic and social benefits from a digital single market based on fast and ultra fast internet and

interoperable applications.

AMONG THE AREAS OF ACTION:

* The completion of a vibrant digital single market, notably by simplify copyright clearance, management and cross-

border licensing

* Strengthening interoperability effectiveness between IT products and services to build a truly digital society. Among

others, are planned reforms of the rules on implementation of ICT standards in Europe to allow use of certain ICT

fore and consortia standards

* Improve confidence and enhance security, notably by combating cyber fighting attacks against information systems

* Promote a fast and ultra fast internet access. In particular, the reinforcement and rationalization of the funding of

high-speed broadband through EU instruments (e.g. ERDF, ERDP, EAFRD, TEN, CIP see EUROFUNDING sheets)

by 2014 are important, as well for exploring how to attract capital for broadband investments through credit

enhancement (backed by the EIB and EU funds)

* Invest more in Research and innovation, in particular by leverage more private investment through the strategic use

of precommercial

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* Enhancing digital literacy, skills and inclusion, in particular by proposing digital literacy and competences as a

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priority for the

European Social Fund regulation (2014-2020)

* Smart use of technology and exploitation of information will help to address the

challenges facing society like climate change and the ageing population, in particular by supporting partnerships

between the ICT sector and major emitting sectors

* Giving an international dimension to the Digital Agenda, in particularly, by promoting the internationalisation of

internet governance and global cooperation to maintain the stability of the internet, on the basis of the multi-

stakeholder model


Periodicity According to the rules of the funding programmes that are based on this strategy.


No specific budget for this strategy. Actions are financed via thematic programmes see description above.


Person in charge

Maresa MEISSL

Rue de la Loi, 200

B-1049 Bruxelles

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40. DAPHNE III (FIGHT AGAINST VIOLENCE)

Which fund is it? DAPHNE III (FIGHT AGAINST VIOLENCE)


Duration 2007-2013


Resume Grants for preventive measures against all forms of violence and for support to victims and

groups at-risk (children, young people and women) Domains concerned Social Affairs - Health - Justice - Security - Youth - Human Rights

Who can apply? Research centres - Local and Regional authorities - Schools - Federations Unions -

Development NGOs - Universities - Associations -International Organisation



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OBJECTIVES:

* to prevent and combat all forms of violence occurring in the public or the private domain against children, young

people and women by taking preventive measures and by providing support for victims and groups at risk

* To assist and encourage NGOs and other organisations active in protecting against and preventing violence, and

assisting victims

* To raise awareness of specific audiences, as well as in other geographical areas or for other target groups and

disseminate the results obtained under the two Daphne programmes (former and new ones)

* To set up multidisciplinary networks

* To ensure the expansion of the knowledge base, the exchange of information and the identification and

dissemination of good practice, including through training, study visits and staff exchange

* To study phenomena related to violence, explore and address the root causes of violence at all levels of society

FINANCED ACTIONS through 3 strands:

1* Specific actions taken by the EC:

Studies and research, opinion polls and surveys, formulation of indicators and common methodologies, collection,

development and dissemination of data and statistics, seminars, conferences and experts meetings, preparation and

dissemination of information materials, support to and animation of networks of national experts...

2* Specific transnational projects of Community interest presented by at least 2 Member States These projects are

based on the annual priorities listed in the work programme : promotion of innovative approaches, protection

mechanisms, identification of policy problems, exchanges of best practices...

3* Support to the activities of non-governmental organisations or other entities pursuing an aim of general European

interest regarding the general objectives of the programme (operating grants).

Programme is open to Candidate countries and Western Balkans according the bilateral agreements they signed

concerning their participation to the programme, as well as to the EEA States.


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Periodicity One call for projects and one call for operating grants every year forecasted in september

2011. Various calls for tenders according the needs of the Commission (public procurement).


Between 75 000 and 600 000 euro. Up to 80% of the global eligible project's costs.

Who is in charge?


Person in charge

M. AVANI

Rue de la Loi, 200

B-1049 Bruxelles

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Belgium

32 2 2986038

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41. DIPECHO

Which fund is it? DIPECHO




Resume Grants to ensure preparedness for risks of natural disasters or comparable circumstances and

use a suitable rapid early-warning and intervention system Domains concerned Local development - Humanitarian - Environment - Co-op & Development

Who can apply? Local and Regional authorities - Administrations States - Agencies Chambers - Development

NGOs - Associations

Regions Africa-Caribbean-Pacific - Latin America - Asia - Central America - Balkans

Useful links http://ec.europa.eu/echo/aid/


OBJECTIVES:

* Protect communities that are threatened by natural disasters

* Undertake actions with a sustainable effect on people taking into account the type of development they are

experiencing

Actions in 3 stages:

1. Activities aimed at reducing human losses and material damage, at carrying assistance and rehabilitation

operations (short term operations)

2. Reduce the impact of a disaster on communities and their environment

3. Remedy the vulnerability of communities and strengthen their ability to face the disasters (long and medium term

actions)

Priority is given to projects implemented in partnership with all levels of government: local, provincial, national and

regional

Interested NGOs must be signatory of the Framework Partnership Agreement with the Humanitarian Aid Office

(ECHO) or in a position to become FPA signatory

FINANCED ACTIONS:

* On site training of managers, people with practical backgrounds and local technicians

* Strengthening of the management and institutions involved in the preparation of disasters

* Helping the local authorities to set up disaster preparation technologies that are not very expensive

* Institutional strengthening, facilitation of co-ordination, research and dissemination, early warning systems,

education, mapping and data computerisation, small-scale mitigation works, advocacy and public awareness raising,

infrastructure.

Examples of projects:

Such actions may include training affected populations in building earthquake resistant housing after earthquakes (El

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Salvador and Peru), training in water quality control after floods (Indonesia), emergency cholera prevention and

treatment (Somalia), food security monitoring and early warning (Ethiopia, Central America), cholera preparedness

(Tanzania). These activities are undertaken as an integral part of ECHO programmes in areas affected by ongoing

humanitarian crises

In 2011, the programme will focus on South America, Central Africa, Caribbean, South Asia and Pacific. Each

regional area benefit from a specific annual Action plan.


Periodicity Calls for expression of interest are published separately for each region of intervention.


Maximum 500 000 euro. No grant may exceed 85% of the total eligible costs of the operation.

Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Sandro CERRATO

Rue de la Loi, 200

B-1049 Bruxelles

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42. DRUGS PREVENTION AND INFORMATION

Which fund is it? DRUGS PREVENTION AND INFORMATION


Duration 2007-2013


Resume Grants for projects and studies, and support to organisations, in order to inform on and

prevent drug use Domains concerned Social Affairs - Information - Health - Justice - Security

Who can apply? Research centres - Local and Regional authorities - Development NGOs - Universities -

Associations - International Organisation



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OBJECTIVES:

* Contribute to the setting up of an area of freedom, security and justice by informing on and preventing drug use

* Prevent and reduce drug use, dependence and drug related harms

* Promote transnational actions to:

- Set up multidisciplinary networks

- Ensure the expansion of the knowledge base, the exchange of information and the identification and dissemination

of good practice, including through training, study visits and staff exchange

- Raise awareness of the health and social problems caused by the drug use and encourage an open dialogue with a

view to promote a better understanding of the drug phenomenon

* Involve civil society in the implementation and development of the European Union‟s Drugs Strategy and Action

plans

* Monitor, implement and evaluate the implementation of specific actions under the Drugs Action Plans 2005–2008

and 2009–2012

FINANCED ACTIONS:

* Specific transnational projects of Community interest presented by at least 3 Member States (conditions set out in

the annual work programmes)

* Support to the activities of non-governmental organisations or other entities pursuing an aim of European general

interest regarding the general objectives of the programme (conditions set out in the annual work programmes)

* Specific actions taken by the Commission (via tenders):

- Studies and research, opinion polls and surveys, formulation of indicators and common methodologies, collection,

development and dissemination of data and statistics

- Seminars, conferences and experts meetings, organisation of public campaigns and events

- Development and maintenance of websites, preparation and dissemination of information materials, support to and

animation of networks of national experts, analytical, monitoring and evaluation activities

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Programme funding is open to Candidate countries and Western Balkans if they signed a bilateral agreement

concerning their participation to the programme.


Periodicity Once a year in Fall for projects and support to organisations. Publication of calls for tenders

according to the needs of the European Commission.


2011 budget available to finance around 20 projects: 2 million Euros

Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Caroline HAGER

Rue de la Loi, 200

B-1049 Bruxelles

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Belgium

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43. EBRD - DIRECT INVESTMENT FACILITY - DIF

Which fund is it? EBRD - DIRECT INVESTMENT FACILITY - DIF




Resume Equity financing for the development of small and medium-sized local enterprises

Domains concerned Services - Enlargement - Economy - Finances - SME Policy

Who can apply? SMEs

Regions New Independent States - Balkans

Useful links http://www.ebrd.com


OBJECTIVES:

* Demonstrate the viability of smaller businesses based in countries and regions at an early stage in the transition to

the market economy

* Encourage greater transparency in company operations and improved corporate governance

* Introduce market-driven competitive business strategies and practices

FINANCED ACTIONS:

* Expansion of products and ranges of products

* Start-ups of companies with experienced sponsors and a very solid business plan

SELECTION CRITERIA:

* Significant growth potential with relatively modest capital investment

* Experienced sponsors and management with a proven track record

* Strong competitive prospects in relevant local/regional markets

* Sound financial basis and well-structured financing plans

* Well-developed and specific business plans

* Clear programme for project implementation within a relatively short time span

* Realistic entry valuation

* Willingness to share corporate governance including EBRD Board membership and role for EBRD in key strategic

decisions

* Prospective investment returns which are appropriate to equity and commercial risk

* Realistic exit strategy that will provide a performance based return for the EBRD

* SMEs must be situated in one of the 10 following countries: Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus,

Georgia, Kyrgyz Republic, Moldova, Mongolia, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan

Typically a DIF project will progress through screening, development, execution, implementation, monitoring and exit.

To facilitate this, the EBRD wishes to compile a register of consultants interested in carrying out DIF assignments in

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a variety of sectors, such as investment banking services, legal services, accounting and other financial services,

technical and industrial consultancy services, management consulting and environmental services. The register will

be used to identify those experts with experience relevant to the needs of a particular project. Technical consultancy

services for DIF projects are sometimes available, depending on donor support.


Periodicity At any time


Between 500 000 and 6 million euro, up to 49% of eligible costs. Investment during a period of 3 to 7 years.

Who is in charge?

Institution European Bank for Reconstruction and Development

Person in charge

Georgia VASILIADIS

One Exchange Square

UK-EC2A 2JN London

code

United Kingdom

44 20 7338 77 50

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44. EBRD - REGIONAL AND SECTORAL INVESTMENT FUNDS

Which fund is it? EBRD - REGIONAL AND SECTORAL INVESTMENT FUNDS

Amount Annual budget: According to the Fund



Resume Equity financing in local investment funds for companies in EBRD intervention countries in

Eastern Europe and Central Asia

Domains

concerned Economy – Finances - SME Policy

Who can apply? SMEs – Banks

Regions Candidate countries - New Independent States

Useful links http://www.ebrd.com/pages/workingwithus/projects/products/equity.shtml


OBJECTIVES:

* Support the development of micro, small and medium sized companies in Central and Eastern Europe in the New

Independent States

FINANCED ACTIONS:

Equity finance is available:

* For large projects directly from the EBRD

investing equity ranging from €2 million - €100 million in industry, infrastructure, and the financial sector

It uses innovative approaches and instruments, and it expects an appropriate return on its investment. The Bank will

only take minority positions and will have a clear exit strategy.

* For small and medium projects via the EBRD-supported private equity funds, donor-supported equity funds

Financed actions:

Equity funds support all kinds of investments including business start-ups, expansion and acquisitions. Some funds

specialise in financing companies in need of restructuring, in distressed situations or mezzanine capital for a later

stage

Examples of projects:

* Creation and development of companies

* Regional and international expansion

* Restructuration and privatisation

* Buy-out and buy-ins

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SELECTION CRITERIA:

* Be a private company

* Have an exit strategy

* Have growth potential

* Have a principal position in domestic market sector

* Investment criteria are consistent with EBRD policy, but investment decisions are made by fund managers

Among the sectoral and regional funds for Eastern Europe and CIS:

Advent Central & Eastern Europe I & II /

AIG New Europe Fund / AIG Silk Road Fund / Baring Communications Equity (Emerging Europe) / Black Sea Fund /

DBG Development Capital Eastern Europe Fund Ltd / Environmental Investment Partners/ Renaissance Fund


Periodicity At any time. Submission of proposals at any time. Contact the information officer to know the

project evaluation dates.


Amount of investment according to each specific fund.


Person in charge

Aneth SOSSEMA

One Exchange Square

UK-EC2A 2JN London

code

United Kingdom

44 20 7338 71 70

44 20 7338 7380

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45. EBRD - ENERGY EFFICIENCY

Which fund is it? EBRD - ENERGY EFFICIENCY

Amount Global budget: Case by case



Resume Loans to facilitate investment in more efficient use of energy in the Eastern European

countries and the new independent States Domains concerned Public management - Energy - Environment - Industry - Economy - Finances

Who can apply? Corporations - Development NGOs - SMEs

Regions European Union - Candidate countries - New Independent States - Balkans



OBJECTIVES:

* Support the development of sustainable mechanisms using local banks to provide financing to smaller projects.

This can be in the form of dedicated credit lines or risk sharing

* Support innovative financing vehicles e.g. finance companies or equity funds targeting energy efficiency and/or

renewable energy

* Help monetise carbon credits arising from emission-reduction projects. This improves the bankability of emission-

cutting projects such as energy efficiency, renewable energy, fuel switching, methane capture, etc.

For 2009-2011 there will be a focus on reducing carbon emissions range of 25 to 30 million tonnes per annum.

FINANCED ACTIONS:

* Provide direct finance to projects of a significant scale which save energy. The projects can be located in either the

public or private sector and concern generation, transmission/distribution or end-use. In particular Industrial projects

in energy-intensive industries, cogeneration projects, including on-site industrial cogeneration projects and existing or

new ESCOs (In particular, the Bank supports ESCO projects which target social facilities, such as schools or

hospitals)

* Project must fall within certain sectors/segments, primarily district heating rehabilitation, public sector (schools,

hospitals, etc.), Energy Service Companies (ESCOs), Power sector (Retrofitting plants, reduction of

transmission/distribution losses, etc), Electricity and heat metering, Industry (process, inside the fence cogeneration,

outsourcing; etc), Waste-to-energy and Renewable Energy Sources (RES)

SELECTION CRITERIA:

* Project must be technically feasible, make economic sense and be the least-cost solution and the financial Internal

Rate of Return of the project should be in excess of 10% over the life of the project

* Project must be financially viable and affordable

Eligible countries: Albania, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech

Republic, Estonia, Georgia, Hungary, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan , Latvia, Lithuania, FYR Macedonia, Romania, Russia,




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Serbia, Montenegro, Slovak, Moldova, Mongolia, Poland, Republic, Slovenia, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Ukraine,

Uzbekistan.


Periodicity Any time.


Maximum 35% of long-term capital (from 5 up to 250 million euro). Exceptions possible on case by case basis).

Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Terry McCALLION

One Exchange Square

UK-ECA EH London

code

United Kingdom

44 207 338 74 78

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46. EBRD - LOAN FINANCE

Which fund is it? EBRD - LOAN FINANCE

Amount Annual budget: According to the local bank



Resume Loans for small and medium projects for companies and local authorities in Eastern Europe

and Central Asian EBRD intervention countries Domains concerned Industry - Innovation - Services - Economy - Finances - SME Policy - Tourism

Who can apply? Local and Regional authorities - SMEs - Banks

Regions Candidate countries - New Independent States - Balkans



OBJECTIVE:

* Support the development of micro, small and medium sized companies in Central and Eastern Europe and Central

Asia (New Independent States/CIS)

2 Types of loans:

Loans over €10,000 to SMEs

Loans up to €10,000 to micro and small businesses

SME SELECTION CRITERIA for obtaining loans through local banks :

* Sound business plans for establishing or expanding a company‟s business

* Solid management with a proven track record

* Products that are competitive in the marketplace

* Information on owners/partners

* Financial history

* Security in the form of pledges, mortgages, etc,..

* Funds provided must be used in strict accordance with the aims stated in the original business plan

* In line with the EBRD‟s mandate, banks ensure that all proposals pay due regard to environmental issues

* Funding cannot be provided to majority state-owned companies or for government-guaranteed projects

MUNICIPALITY SELECTION CRITERIA for obtaining loans through local banks:

* Funding for infrastructure projects is available to small and medium-sized municipalities and their utility companies

in the EU Accession countries

* Able to repay the loan through the municipality's cash flow and to meet specified financial ratios in loan agreements

* Competent financial management and budgetary control procedures

* Willing to apply EBRD procurement and environmental requirements

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29 Countries are concerned :

Albania, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Estonia, FYR of

Macedonia, Georgia, Hungary, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Latvia, Lithuania, Moldova, Mongolia, Montenegro, Poland,

Romania, Russian Federation, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Ukraine, Uzbekistan


Periodicity Each bank or programme has its own requirements and investment limits. For detailed

financing information, contact the intermediary directly.


The EBRD‟s financial intermediaries consider sound and sensible projects that support private sector development.

Each bank or programme has its own requirements and investment limits.

Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Allyson BAILEY (KINGSTON)

One Exchange Square

UK-EC2A 2JN London

code

United Kingdom

44 20 73 38 61 69

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47. EBRD - TURNAROUND MANAGEMENT PROGRAMME - TAM

Which fund is it? EBRD - TURNAROUND MANAGEMENT PROGRAMME - TAM




Resume Grants to develop commercial and technical know-how at the senior management level of

small and medium-sized enterprises

Domains concerned Transport - Environment - Industry - Services - Telecommunications - Enlargement - Economy

- Finances - Tourism - Trade

Who can apply? SMEs

Regions European Union - Candidate countries - New Independent States - European Economic

Area - Balkans



OBJECTIVES:

* Assist SMEs in the Eastern European countries to reform, compete and succeed in market- driven economies and

help to advance the transition process

* Improving production, safety, health and environmental standards to help candidate countries meet the

requirements of relevant EU directives and standards

* Help bring enterprises to the attention of potential trading partners or investors

A TAM project is carried out by a team of specialists lead by a Senior Industrial Advisor (SIA) selected from the same

industry sector as the beneficiary company. The TAM team works hard to transfer skill and know-how, and to avoid

creating dependency.

FINANCED ACTIONS:

* Build the confidence of enterprise managers in their own ability to manage their businesses successfully in a

market-driven economy

* Assist enterprises to comply with the industrial legislation in their export markets and to develop sound

environmental practices

* Help management prepare a three year business plan based on best international business practices

* Advise how to update design and production capabilities to be comparable with those of international competitors

* Help enterprises establish a network of international contacts with customers, suppliers, distributors, investors and

foreign partners

SELECTION CRITERIA FOR SMEs:

* Be privatised or have irrevocable government commitment to privatise

* Have the potential to be commercially viable in the longer term

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* Provide products or services that have potential export earnings, import substitution, or are of significant domestic

importance

* Have an acceptable government debt structure

* Have no significant environmental hazards

* Not be involved in banking or financial services, military products or services, gambling or tobacco

Romania and Bulgaria are the only EU Member states eligible to participate.


Periodicity At any time.


For a typical enterprise, a TAM team normally undertakes a 60 workday plan over 12 to 18 months. The SIA provides

at least 32 workdays of advice, usually including six to eight on-site visits.

Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Charlotte SALFORD

One Exchange Square

UK-EC2A 2JN London

code

United Kingdom

44 20 73 38 73 56

44 20 73 38 77 42

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48. EBRD - LOAN FINANCE FOR SMALL AND MEDIUM ENTERPRISES AND

MUNICIPALITIES

Which fund is it? EBRD - LOAN FINANCE FOR SMALL AND MEDIUM ENTERPRISES AND

MUNICIPALITIES




Resume Loans and grants for banks in order to facilitate their funding actions to SME and

municipalities

Domains concerned Transport - Local development – Energy – Environment – Enlargement - Economy –

Finances - SME Policy – Tourism

Who can apply? Local and Regional authorities – SMEs – Banks

Regions European Union - Candidate countries - New Independent States - Mediterranean countries

Useful links http://www.ebrd.com/pages/news/press/2010/101216a.shtml


OBJECTIVES:

* Provide individual entrepreneurs and micro and small firms with access to finance that has traditionally not been

made available to them. In pursuing this goal, EBRD‟s projects have a strong regional focus, supporting economic

development and social stability in the Bank‟s countries of operation

FINANCED ACTIONS:

* Micro, small and medium-sized loan financing is available for SMEs from the local banks in Eastern European

countries and CIS countries with which the EBRD has signed a loan or standby facility or in which the EBRD has

made an equity participation

SELECTION CRITERIA:

* For SMEs:

- Sound business plans for establishing or expanding a company‟s business

- Solid management with a proven track record

- Products that are competitive in the marketplace

- Information on owners/partners

- Financial history

- Security in the form of pledges, mortgages, etc.

- Funds provided must be used in strict accordance with the aims stated in the original business plan

- In line with the EBRD‟s mandate, banks ensure that all proposals pay due regard to environmental issues

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- Funding cannot be provided to majority state-owned companies or for government-guaranteed projects

- In addition, equity contributions, either in existing or new business, of around 35% are often required

- Individual entrepreneurs and firms may apply for micro credits

* For municipalities

- Population served by the municipality of under 100,000 people. For Bulgaria and Romania, under 150,000 people

- Able to repay the loan through the municipality's cash flow and to meet specified financial ratios in loan agreements

- Competent financial management and budgetary control procedures

- Willing to apply EBRD procurement and environmental requirements

- Willing to provide visibility for the EU's contribution

- Commitment to publicise any EU technical cooperation support received through events or press releases


Periodicity At any time, all year long applications can be made on the website.


Between 5 and 15 million euro per bank. Micro credits may amount from US$50 to US$ 10,000 and Small loans for

SMEs are usually up to US$ 200,000 (higher in exceptional cases).


Person in charge

Nora KOCSIS

One Exchange Square

UK-EC2A 2JN London

code

United Kingdom

44 20 73 38 68 82

44 20 73 38 61 05

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49. EBRD - TRADE FACILITATION PROGRAMME (TFP)

Which fund is it? EBRD - TRADE FACILITATION PROGRAMME (TFP)




Resume Guarantees and loans for banks situated in Central and Eastern Europe and CIS

Domains concerned Local development – Services – Tourism – Trade

Who can apply? Banks

Regions European Union - Candidate countries - New Independent States

Useful links http://www.ebrd.com/pages/workingwithus/trade.shtml


OBJECTIVES:

* Issue guarantees in favour of international confirming banks to guarantee all or part of the obligations of local

issuing banks acceptable to the EBRD and arising under eligible trade finance transactions, and therefore meet the

needs of the changing environment

FINANCED ACTIONS:

- Guarantees to cover commercial and political risk of non-payment by the issuing bank: guarantees may be used to

secure payment of all types of trade finance instruments as well as a wide range of goods and services except those

displayed on the exclusion list or environmentally sensitive

- Trade Finance Transactions: the EBRD takes the commercial and political risk of non-payment by issuing banks,

who take the risk of local companies : the final beneficiaries of the programme are importers and exporters

- Short-term revolving loans: Loans are extended to participating banks in Central and Eastern Europe and CIS for on

lending to local companies for pre-export finance needs

SELECTION CRITERIA:

- Issuing Banks and Revolving credit facility: appropriate level of financial standing, good corporate governance, clear

shareholder structure, developed or developing international trade finance business, being registered in all EBRD's

countries of operation

- Confirming Banks: all international banks may join the programme as confirming banks as well as selected banks

from the region that have experience in trade finance instruments may also act as confirming banks

For each guarantee issued or pre-export advance made, the EBRD will charge a guarantee fee or interest, which will

depend on the agreed market rate and tenor of the EBRD exposure.

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supplier do not agree on the cost of financing or if the export/import product is on the EBRD‟s Exclusion Lists, the

programme will not support the trade transaction.

The countries covered are: Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, FYR Macedonia, Romania, Serbia

and Montenegro, the Kyrgyz Republic, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, Moldova, Armenia and Georgia.




Up to 100 % of the face value of the underlying trade transaction.


Person in charge

Rudolf PUTZ

One Exchange Square

UK-EC2A 2JN London

code

United Kingdom

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50. ECHO

Which fund is it? ECHO


Duration 2007-2013


Resume Assistance and emergency aid to the most vulnerable populations of third countries

Domains concerned Social Affairs - Humanitarian - Education - Training - Health - Justice - Security - Human

Rights - Co-op & Development

Who can apply? Administrations States - Development NGOs - International Organisation

Regions European Union - Africa-Caribbean-Pacific - Latin America - Candidate countries - New

Independent States - Mediterranean countries - Asia -Balkans - Gulf countries

Useful links http://ec.europa.eu/echo/


OBJECTIVES:

* Provide short-term emergency aid

* Stabilise the economic and social situation

* Facilitate the transition to long-term development in third countries

ECHO uses several instruments for its implementation:

* Framework agreements with humanitarian NGOs, international organisations and the United Nations specialised

agencies. Only partner-organisations can receive ECHO funds

* Grant facility for NGOs and networks bringing added value to European humanitariant aid

* Projects related to trainings, studies and networking between humanitarian organisations

* Specialised training of its partners in the field, through the NOHA programme, given in 7 European universities, in

the framework of the ERASMUS programme

FINANCED ACTIONS:

* Save and protect lives in emergency situations (conflicts, wars, natural disasters)

* Develop restoration and reconstruction works, to help refugees, displaced and repatriated people

* Feasibility studies of humanitarian actions, projects‟ assessment, awareness campaigns

* Multiform operations and regular rapid reaction to emergency situations in cooperation with other services of the

European Commission

The type of assistance that is provided includes:

* Medical teams and equipment, medicines, tents, food, various kinds of emergency equipment, diesel generators

and fuel - indeed any product or material that is needed to implement humanitarian actions

* Specific and highly targeted food aid, supplied to meet humanitarian needs, is provided to people facing serious

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* Purchase of any products or materials required to carry out humanitarian actions, including house and shelter

construction for the affected populations, short-term rehabilitation and reconstruction works (notably of infrastructure

and equipment), external personnel costs (whether expatriate or local), storage, logistics,..

Under specific circumstances, calls for proposals may be issued and advertised on the website of ECHO.


Periodicity All year long. Some calls for proposals could also be published in case of specific situations.


Significant proportion of ECHO funding is used to cover the full costs of operations. There are also situations in which

it co-finances activities together with other funding agencies, international organisations or EU Member States.

Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Thorsten MUENCH

Rue de la Loi, 200

B-1049 Bruxelles

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51. EIB - INDIVIDUAL LOANS

Which fund is it? EIB - INDIVIDUAL LOANS

Amount Global budget: Case by case



Resume Loans for large and small-scale investment projects contributing to EU policy objectives in all

sectors of the economy

Domains concerned Town planning - Agriculture - Fisheries - Transport - - Energy - Telecommunications -

Economy - Finances

Who can apply? Local and Regional authorities - Corporations - Federations Unions - Agencies Chambers -

Banks

Regions European Union - Africa-Carribean-Pacific - Latin America - Candidate countries -

Mediterranean countries - Asia - Balkans

Useful links http://www.eib.org


OBJECTIVES:

Projects taking place within the EU considered for EIB financing must contribute to one or more of the following

general policy objectives:

* Strengthening economic and social cohesion by promoting business activity to foster the economic advancement of

the less favoured regions

* Improving infrastructure and services in the health and education sectors, key contributors to human capital

formation

* Developing transport, telecommunications and energy transfer infrastructure networks with a EU dimension

* Preserving the natural and urban environment, notably by drawing on renewable energy and tackling international

issues such as climate changes

* Securing the energy supply base by more rational use, harnessing of indigenous resources and import

diversification

* Assist in the development of SMEs by enhancing the financial environment in which they operate

FINANCED ACTIONS:

* Financing for large and small-scale investment projects contributing to EU policy objectives in all sectors of the

economy.

CONDITIONS AND CRITERIA:

* Loans are aimed at promoters in both the public and private sectors, including banks

* Individual loans (exceeding 25 million euro) are to be agreed directly with the EIB

Maturities:

* In the industrial sector up to 12 years

* For infrastructure projects 20 years, or more in exceptional cases

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The EIB offers various financial services to support projects, depending on eligibility and project category:

- Loans for SMEs through an intermediary (Global loans)

- Venture capital

- Direct loans (also known as Individual loans)

- Structured Finance Facility (SFF)


Periodicity At any time, all year long.


Maximum 12,5 million euro and 50% of the eligible costs for projects with a total investment cost exceeding 25 million

euro.

Who is in charge?

Institution European Investment Bank

Person in charge

Virna MISERINI

Boulevard Konrad Adenauer, 100

LUX-2950 Luxembourg

code

Luxembourg

352 43 79 31 22

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52. EIB - INTERMEDIATED LOANS

Which fund is it? EIB - INTERMEDIATED LOANS

Amount Annual budget: around 40 billion euro



Resume Loans for financial intermediaries to support small or medium European projects

Domains concerned Transport - Energy - Environment - New technologies - Telecommunications - Economy -

Finances

Who can apply? Local and Regional authorities - SMEs - Banks - Investment Funds

Regions European Union - Africa-Caribbean-Pacific - Latin America - Candidate countries -

Mediterranean countries - Asia - Balkans

Useful links

http://www.eib.org

http://europa.eu

http://www.enpi-info.eu


OBJECTIVE:

* EIB Global Loans have been developed as a successful tool in providing long-term EIB funds for financing smaller

projects implemented by the SME sector or by municipalities under favourable conditions.

FINANCED ACTIONS:

* They represent credit lines to financial intermediaries – EIB partner banks that on-lend EIB funds under their own

management, at their own risk and own conditions

* The on-lending activities should benefit from the favourable lending conditions of the EIB

CONDITIONS AND CRITERIA:

- Loans are from 5 up to 12 years

- The EIB offers fixed interest rates, revisable fixed and convertible rates

- Variable rate loans can be available at a spread below LIBOR for full maturity of the loan at the time of each draw

down

- No commitment fees or non-utilisation fees will be charged. However, fees may be charged in some cases where

necessary, for a project‟s appraisal and required legal services

- Adequate security is sought from a bank, banking syndicate, financial institution or large well diversified parent

company with a good credit rating

- The EIB seeks assurances that no other creditor is in a more favourable position than itself

- Project progress is monitored and onsite inspections may be carried out. An end of project evaluation report may

also be produced

The EIB offers various financial services to support projects, depending on eligibility and project category (see other

EUROFUNDING sheets):

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- Loans for SMEs through an intermediary (Global loans)

- Venture capital

- Direct loans (also known as Individual loans)

- Structured Finance Facility (SFF)




A maximum of 12.5 million euro and up to 50% of the investment costs. An EIB credit line may finance up to 50% of

the total cost of any project or, in certain case, the 100% of the loan granted by the intermediary bank.

Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Thomas HACKETT


LUX-2950 Luxembourg

code

Luxembourg

352 43 79 1

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53. EIB - FINANCING THE SOUTH-EAST NEIGHBOUR COUNTRIES

Which fund is it? EIB - FINANCING THE SOUTH-EAST NEIGHBOUR COUNTRIES


Duration 2007-2013


Resume Loans financing projects aiming at meeting the requirements of EU legislation and aiding

economic development prior to the start of membership negotiations Domains concerned Local development - Health - Energy - Environment - Enlargement

Who can apply? Local and Regional authorities - Corporations - Administrations States - SMEs




OBJECTIVES:

* Meet the requirements of EU legislation

* Aid economic development prior to the start of membership negotiations


* Croatia

Infrastructure in the field of transport (motorways, air and sea transport), in the field of environment (waste water

treatment, Zagreb incinerator) and in the field of health sector (Zagreb hospitals)

* Turkey

- Support to SMEs, to the sector of energy

- Earthquake Risk Mitigation

- Infrastructure in the field of transport and environment

* Albania, Serbia and Montenegro, the Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia (FYROM) and Bosnia Herzegovina

- Upgrading of the infrastructure networks

- Support to the energy sector

- Infrastructures in the field of Health and education

- Improving the environment and quality of life

- Assistance to the private sector, support to SMEs

Countries covered by the programme:

Croatia, Turkey, Albania, Serbia and Montenegro, the Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia (FYROM) and Bosnia

Herzegovina

The EIB works closely with the European Commission, combining grants and loans in the pre-Accession region to

achieve an optimum financing package. Financing foreign direct investment receives particular emphasis, since

transfers of both capital and know-how are strong drivers for economic modernisation, exports and higher

productivity. This collaboration will be taken even further with the JASPERS and JEREMIE initiatives.

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Periodicity At any time. You will find application forms and guidelines on EIB website.


EIB lending in the enlargement countries can take the form of individual loans, global loans, venture capital finance

Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Dominique COURBIN


LUX-2920 Luxembourg

code

LUXEMBOURG

352 43 79 8 54 42

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54. EIB - I2I - INNOVATION 2010 INITIATIVE

Which fund is it? EIB - I2I - INNOVATION 2010 INITIATIVE


Duration 2003-2010


Resume Loans provided for developing innovation and knowledge in Europe

Domains concerned Research - Culture – Media – Information - Education – Training – Innovation - New

technologies - Economy – Finances - SME Policy

Who can apply? Local and Regional authorities – Corporations -Training centres - Administrations States -

Agencies Chambers - SMEs



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OBJECTIVES:

* Support investments promoting the technological modernisation of human capital in the new EU society for

research and development, innovation and competitiveness

FINANCED ACTIONS:

I2I disposes of :

* Senior loans,

* Loans or guarantees with a low and sub-investment grade risk profile through the Risk Sharing Finance Facility

(RSFF),

* EIF equity participations and counter-guarantees designed to stimulate the creation and development of small

business by providing equity in the form of venture capital or facilitating access to bank credit.

PRIORITIES in 3 fields of activity:

* Education and training, investment in education and training by financing learning interventions (education life

circle, tangibles and intangibles...)

* R&D and innovation promoted by public and private entities; investments, including recurrent ”intangible"

expenditures. This component aims at developing Community Research Networks, Platforms, and Programmes,

facilitating European human resources in Science and Technology, supporting a region‟s innovation capacity,

creating, diffusing and adopting innovative products, processes and services

* Support to the widespread access to broadband telecommunications networks as well as the production and

adoption of innovative ICT products and services. Support to any of the suitable technologies: copper (xDSL), cable

modem, optical fibre and wireless solutions (UMTS, WiMax)

The beneficiary countries must be established in one of the following countries:

- The EU Member States, with special emphasis on projects located in assisted areas and Cohesion Countries

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- Candidate countries : Croatia, Turkey

- The Western Balkan countries, where, as the Bank‟s support for reconstruction and development begins to bear

fruit, major needs in the form of educational facilities and technological networks will have to be addressed

An absolute priority will be given to projects located in regional development areas, with a view to the creation of

centres of excellence in the less favoured regions of the EU. Moreover, the EIB Group will accord priority to projects

furthering or resulting from synergies between the public and private sectors.




According to the project.

Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Marc D'hooge

boulevard Konrad Adenauer, 100

LUX-2920 Luxembourg

code

Luxembourg

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55. EIB - I2I - INNOVATION 2010 INITIATIVE - 1 EDUCATION AND TRAINING

Which fund is it? EIB - I2I - INNOVATION 2010 INITIATIVE - 1 EDUCATION AND TRAINING

Amount Annual budget: 6.5 billion euro

Duration 2003-2010


Resume Loans for development of the human capital in Europe

Domains concerned Information - Education – Training - New technologies

Who can apply? Local and Regional authorities – Schools – Corporations - Training centres - Universities




OBJECTIVES:

* Promotion of education and training, including lifelong learning in industry and the service sector

* Teacher training

* Digital literacy and e-learning (e-Europe)

* Development and dissemination of knowledge via new media

FINANCED ACTIONS:

* Pre-school interventions, kindergartens, primary and secondary schools, technical and vocational education, higher

education and universities, distance education and adult education for senior citizens

* Learning interventions : youth apprenticeship training and active labour market programmes for at-risk adults,

human resource development programmes in business enterprises, Internet-based learning platforms, and media

and broadcasting programming with an educative orientation

* Investment in buildings and equipment, appropriate skill development for teachers and trainers, student loans,

transfer of knowledge from Higher Education Institutions to the community and business sectors


* To be established in one of the following countries:

- the EU Member States, with special emphasis on projects located in assisted areas and Cohesion Countries

- candidate countries: Croatia and Turkey

- the Western Balkan countries, where, as the Bank‟s support for reconstruction and development begins to bear


To illustrate, projects may concern:

- Modernising higher education infrastructure in

Eastern Germany

- Establishment of clinical research and development facilities for cancer therapy in Germany

- Establishment of laboratory and research facilities in Sweden

- Reconfiguration of a major acute hospital and investment in leading edge clinical information technology in the

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United Kingdom with a Public/Private Partnership structure





Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Marc D'hooge

100 Bld Konrad Adenauer

LUX-2920 Luxembourg

code

Luxembourg

352 43 79 8 72 11

352 43 79 6 72 92

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56. EIB - I2I - INNOVATION 2010 INITIATIVE - 2 RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT

Which fund is it? EIB - I2I - INNOVATION 2010 INITIATIVE - 2 RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT

Amount Annual budget: 5 billion euro

Duration 2003-2010


Resume Loans for Research and Development activities

Domains concerned Research – Innovation - Economy – Finances - SME Policy

Who can apply? Research centres – Corporations - Administrations States - SMEs


Useful links http://www.eib.org/projects/topics/innovation/index.htm

http://www.bei.europa.eu/attachments/general/events/


OBJECTIVES:

* Support R&D and innovation promoted by public and private

* Development of Community Research Networks, Platforms, and Programmes

* Facilitating European Human Resources in Science and Technology

* Regional and Local Endowment for R&D and Innovation

* Public and Private Sector Investments in R&D and Innovation

FINANCED ACTIONS:

* Investment : recurrent ”intangible" expenditures like researchers‟ salaries and research consumables, acquisition of

Intellectual Property Rights and technology licenses

* Collaborative actions

* Development of poles, knowledge networks, or centres of excellence in R&D, in areas like new materials, health

care, etc.

* Investments that support a region‟s innovation capacity

* Creation, diffusion and adoption of innovative products, processes and services



- the EU Member States, with special emphasis on projects located in assisted areas and Cohesion Countries

- the Candidate Countries: Croatia and Turkey

- the Western Balkan countries, where, as the Bank‟s support for reconstruction and development begins to bear



* Public R&D programmes, particularly where the investment involves cooperative links with Community programmes

or even international public research centre

* Centres providing information on public assistance available to SMEs and on link-ups with R&D partners

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* Science parks, located close to major basic research centres and universities

* A very high-speed trans-European network for electronic scientific communications, linking research institutions and

universities, as well as scientific libraries, scientific centres and, progressively, schools





Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Marc D'hooge


LUX-2920 Luxembourg

code

Luxembourg

352 43 79 8 72 11

352 43 79 6 72 92

[email protected]




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57. EIB - I2I - INNOVATION 2010 INITIATIVE - 3 INFORMATION AND

COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGIES

Which fund is it? EIB - I2I - INNOVATION 2010 INITIATIVE - 3 INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION

TECHNOLOGIES

Amount Annual budget: 5 billion euro

Duration 2003-2010


Resume Loans for developing communication and information technology networks

Domains concerned Information – Services - New technologies – Telecommunications - Economy - Finances

Who can apply? Corporations - Administrations States - SMEs




OBJECTIVE:

Access to broadband telecommunications networks as well as the production and adoption of innovative ICT

products and services

FINANCED ACTIONS:

* Support to any of the suitable technologies: copper (xDSL), cable modem, optical fibre and wireless solutions

(UMTS, WiMax)

* Support to the access to basic and broadband telecommunication services and the necessary investments for back

haul services

* Support to the diffusion of ICT applications in e-services both in the public and private sector, such as e-

government, e-business, e-learning and e-health

* Film and audiovisual projects

* Support to the EU's content production to face global competition

PRIORITIES:

* Communications infrastructure

* ICT production and service

* Audiovisual



- The UE Member States, with special emphasis on projects located in assisted areas and Cohesion Countries

- The Candidate Countries: Croatia, Turkey

- The Western Balkan countries, where, as the Bank‟s support for reconstruction and development begins to bear


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* Digital terrestrial television (DTTV)platforms

* Investment in on-line services (e-commerce-health-government)

* Development of intelligent transport management systems (e.g. Galileo)

* Deployment of European standards for transport (ERTMS, ETCS, LCTC, GSM-Rail)or emergency

(TETRA)networks





Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Marc D'hooge


LUX-2920 Luxembourg

code

LUXEMBOURG

352 43 79 8 72 11

352 43 79 6 72 92

[email protected]




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58. EIB - STRUCTURED FINANCE FACILITY

Which fund is it? EIB - STRUCTURED FINANCE FACILITY

Amount Global budget: minimum 3.75 billion euro

Duration 2007-2013


Resume Equity financing and guarantee operations in favour of large-scale infrastructure schemes.

Domains concerned Transport - Education – Training – Energy – Environment – Industry – Telecommunications –

Trade

Who can apply? Corporations - Administrations States


Useful links http://www.eib.org/products/loans/special/sff/index.htm


OBJECTIVE:

* Provide value added for priority projects by complementing the commercial banks and capital markets. These

operations will be undertaken chiefly in the countries of the European Union, but also in non-member countries

FINANCED ACTIONS:

* Senior loans and guarantees incorporating pre-completion and early operational risk

* Subordinated loans and guarantees ranking ahead of shareholder subordinated debt

* Mezzanine finance, including high-yield debt for industrial companies in transition from SME scale or in the course

of restructuring

* Project-related derivatives

* RTD, Education/PPP, Audiovisual, TENs/PPP, Mediterranean projects.

ELIGIBLE SECTORS:

* Energy, transport, telecommunications

* Water, sewerage and solid waste

* Urban infrastructure

* Industry

* Education and Health

* Farming, fisheries and forestry

A new complementary fund have been created in 2006 to stimulate investment in risky RTD projects (research,

innovation). The RSFF Risk-sharing finance facility is implemented with the FP7 budget.


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Periodicity At any time, all year long.


According the project.


Person in charge

Adrian KAMENITZER

boulevard Konrad Adenauer, 100

LUX-2920 Luxembourg

code

Luxembourg

352 43 79 1

[email protected]




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59. EIDHR - EUROPEAN INSTRUMENT FOR DEMOCRACY AND HUMAN RIGHTS

Which fund is it? EIDHR - EUROPEAN INSTRUMENT FOR DEMOCRACY AND HUMAN RIGHTS


Duration 2007-2013


Resume Thematic funding instrument for external aid to support projects that promote democracy and

human rights worldwide.

Domains concerned Social Affairs - Public management – Humanitarian - Justice – Security - Human Rights - Co-

op & Development

Who can apply?

Research centres - Local and Regional authorities - Federations Unions – Agencies –

Chambers - Development NGOs – SMEs – Universities – Associations - International

Organisation

Regions European Union - Africa-Caribbean-Pacific - Latin America - Candidate countries -

Mediterranean countries – Asia – Worldwide – Balkans

Useful links

http://ec.europa.eu/europeaid/

http://europa.eu/legislation_summaries/human_rights/

http://www.eidhr.eu


OBJECTIVES:

* Enhancing respect for human rights and fundamental freedoms where they are most at risk and providing support

and solidarity to victims of repression and abuse

* Strengthening the role of civil society organisations (CSO) in promoting human rights and democratic reform,

developing political participation and representation, and supporting conflict prevention

* Supporting the international framework for the protection of human rights, the rule of law and the promotion of

democracy

* Building confidence in democratic electoral processes through further development of electoral observation and

assistance

AMONG THE PRIORITIES:

* Strengthening the rule of law and encouraging legal reform

* Applying conflict prevention and conflict resolution approaches

* The abolition of the death penalty, prevention of torture and ill-treatment and rehabilitation of victims of torture and

human rights abuses

* Human rights defenders

* The fight against racism and xenophobia, discrimination.

The programme will be implemented via different activities and schemes at national, regional or local level.

Regional or transnational programmes (EC centralised calls):

* Cooperation and dialogue on deeply divisive political issues that may be best discussed at transnational level (e.g.


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int. tribunals, religious minorities, torture, reconciliation and justice)

* Cooperation among CSOs from specific regions plagued by conflicts with transnational implications.

* Country based schemes (EC Delegation calls): small scale initiatives by local CSOs

National programmes:

* Stimulate cooperation among CSOs to work in mutual support, build broad coalitions across different regions,

communities

* Civil society dialogue bringing together a wide range of stakeholders to analyse, debate and build consensus.

This thematic programme is open to actors from developing countries and any other country in the world where

reciprocal access to its external assistance has been established in a specific decision. (including EEA members)


Periodicity Several times a year through different procedures determined in the annual action

programmes (AAP).


Co-financing rate of transnational projects is maximum 80% of the total eligible project costs.

Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Patrice LENORMAND

Rue de la loi, 200

B-1049 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 2 299 47 09

[email protected]




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60. EIDHR - COUNTRY-BASED SUPPORT SCHEMES

Which fund is it? EIDHR - COUNTRY-BASED SUPPORT SCHEMES


Duration 2011-2013


Resume Grants to support local-based activities, mainly by NGOs in the fields of Human rights,

democratisation and conflict prevention. Domains concerned Human Rights - Co-op & Development

Who can apply? Local and Regional authorities - Federations Unions - Agencies Chambers - Development

NGOs – Universities – Associations - International Organisation

Regions European Union - Africa-Caribbean-Pacific - Latin America - New Independent States -

Mediterranean countries – Asia – Worldwide – Balkans



OBJECTIVES 2011-2013:

* Promote democracy and Human rights in countries at risk.

* To strengthen the role of civil society in promoting human rights and democratic reform

* To facilitate the peaceful conciliation of group interests

* To consolidate political participation and representation

*Promote transparency in electoral procedures.

PRIORITIES 2011-2013:

1* The pursuit of common agendas for human rights and democratic reform based on local concerns

2* Building towards consensus on disputed or controversial areas of policy

3* Enhancing political representation and participation

4* Initiatives to enhance the inclusiveness and pluralism of civil society

AMONG THE FINANCED ACTIVITIES:

* Actions aiming at legislative change to promote women's rights and indigenous peoples

* Fairer electoral system, trade union rights

* Abolition of the death penalty, on prevention of torture and ill-treatment,

* Civil society dialogues which seek to bridge societal divides, peaceful conciliation

* Capacity-building of new or fragile civil society organisations formed by groups whose interests are under-

represented.

Beneficiary countries (63):

- Western Balkans and Candidate countries: Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro, Serbia including

Kosovo, Croatia, Turkey, FYROM

- European Neighbourhood and Partnership Instrument and Middle East countries: Belarus, Ukraine, Moldova,




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Armenia, Azerbaijan, Georgia, Russia, Lebanon, Israel, West Bank and Gaza, Jordan, Egypt, Algeria, Morocco,

Yemen

- Central and Latin American countries: Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico, Nicaragua,

Panama, Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, Venezuela, Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Paraguay, Uruguay

- ACP countries: Angola, Burundi, DRC, Mozambique, Nigeria, Rwanda, Sierra Leon, Uganda, Zimbabwe, Cuba,

Haiti

- Asia: Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Nepal, Pakistan, Philippines, Sri Lanka, Vietnam,

Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan


Periodicity At least one call per country every year.


Co-financing rate of local projects is maximum 95% of the total eligible project costs.

Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Patrice LENORMAND

Rue de la Loi, 200

B-1049 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 2 299 47 09

[email protected]




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61. EIDHR - TRANSNATIONAL ACTIVITIES

Which fund is it? EIDHR - TRANSNATIONAL ACTIVITIES


Duration 2011-2013


Resume Grants to wide-scale Human Rights projects (networks) with a specific thematic focus.

Domains concerned Social Affairs - Public management – Information – Health - Justice – Security - Human Rights

- Co-op & Development

Who can apply? Federations Unions - Agencies Chambers - Development NGOs – Universities – Associations

- International Organisation

Regions European Union - Africa-Caribbean-Pacific - Latin America - New Independent States – Asia –

Worldwide – Balkans - Gulf countries



OBJECTIVES:

1* Enhancing respect for human rights and fundamental freedoms in countries at risk

2* Strengthening the role of civil society in promoting human rights and democratic reform

3* Supporting actions on human rights and democracy issues in areas covered by EU Guidelines

4* Supporting and strengthening the international and regional framework for the protection of human rights, justice,

the rule of law and the promotion of democracy

5* Building confidence in and enhancing the reliability and transparency of democratic electoral processes, through

election observation

FOCUS THEMES:

* Dialogue and practical cooperation activities aimed at assisting the peaceful management, mediation or resolution

of conflicting interests or sources of deep-seated conflict or potential violent conflict

* Geographical focus on regions which are plagued by conflicts with transnational implications

* Transnational networks for child

protection, promote solutions on divisive matters, support reconciliation among leading stakeholders and civil society

organisations from neighbouring countries, and to develop civil society based early warning systems

* Women in politics, domestic violence, female genital mutilation and all forms of cultural and traditional coercions,

trafficking in human beings and all forms of modern slavery, rights of indigenous peoples and persons belonging to

minorities

FINANCED ACTIVITIES:

* Campaigns for the defence of freedoms

* Networks building

* Operating grants for international organisations working in the field of human rights and democracy

* Capacity-building and practical cooperation through transnational civil society organisation networks in third




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Periodicity Various calls (5 thematic calls) every year published on EUROPEAID.


Co-financing rate of transnational and thematic projects is maximum 80% of the total eligible project costs.

Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Patrice LENORMAND

Rue de la Loi, 200

B-1049 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 2 299 47 09

[email protected]




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62. ELENA : European LOCAL ENERGY ASSITANCE

Which fund is it? ELENA : European LOCAL ENERGY ASSITANCE


Duration 2010-2011


Resume European technical assistance facility providing grants to regions and local authorities in order

to accelerate their investment programmes in the fields of energy and climate change to

contribute to achieve the objectives of the "20-20-20" European initiative

Domains concerned Public management – Energy – Environment

Who can apply? Local and Regional authorities - Administrations States - Agencies Chambers – Associations

Regions European Union - Candidate countries - European Economic Area – Balkans


http://ec.europa.eu/environment/etap/


OBJECTIVES:

* Support regional, local authorities and public groups in accelerating their investment programmes in the fields of

energy efficiency and renewable energy sources with a minimum leverage factor of 25 between the investment

programme total cost and the grant

* Support the local and regional authorities in contributing to the "20-20-20" initiative of the EU.

FINANCED ACTIONS :

*Feasibility and market studies

*Structuring of programmes

*Business plans

*Energy audits

*Preparation of tendering procedures and contractual arrangements

*Project implementation units

*Human Resources funding

ELENA support can be provided for the development of investment programmes or projects within the

following areas:

* Public and private buildings

* Integration of renewable energy sources (RES) into the built environment

* Investments into renovating, extending or building new district heating/cooling networks

* Urban transport to support increased energy efficiency and integration of renewable energy sources

* Local infrastructure including smart grids, information and communication technology infrastructure for energy

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efficiency, energy-efficient urban equipment, inter-modal transport facilities and refuelling infrastructure for alternative

fuel vehicles

The programme is open to IEE (Intelligent Energy Europe Programme) participating countries : EU Member States,

Norway, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Croatia


Periodicity There will be no calls for proposals and assistance will be granted on a first come first served

basis within the limits of the given budget


Up to 90% of the total eligible costs. There is no specific limit concerning minimum and maximum costs acceptable

for ELENA. Investment programs should exceed 50 million Euros and should be 25 times higher than the ELENA

grant requested.

Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Press secretariat office-Elena

98-100, boulevard Konrad Adenauer

2950-Luxembourg

code

Luxembourg

352 43 79 - 21000

[email protected]




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63. ENPI - CROSSBORDER NEIGHBOURHOOD PROGRAMMES

Which fund is it? ENPI - CROSSBORDER NEIGHBOURHOOD PROGRAMMES

Amount Global budget: 527.15 million euro

Duration 2007-2013


Resume Cross-border cooperation programmes with the new neighbour countries

Domains concerned Social Affairs - Public management – Transport - Local development – Energy – Environment

- Co-op & Development – Tourism – Trade

Who can apply?

Local and Regional authorities - Federations Unions - Administrations States - Agencies

Chambers - Development NGOs – SMEs – Universities – Associations - International

Organisation

Regions European Union - Candidate countries - New Independent States - Mediterranean countries –

Switzerland – Balkans

Useful links http://ec.europa.eu/europeaid/


OBJECTIVES:

* To promote economic and social development in the border areas

* To promote cross-border infrastructures, support SMEs, transport, tourism

* To address common challenges, in fields such as environment, public health, and the fight against organised crime

* To ensure efficient and secure borders

* To promote local, "people-to-people" actions


* Political dialogue: key issues about combating terrorism and the proliferation of massive destruction arms

* Facilitate participation in a number of EU programmes including education, research, environment and audio-visual

* Improve the links with the EU in the field of energy, environment, transport and information technologies

* Justice and home affairs: close cooperation to include issues like border management, migration, fight against

terrorism, trafficking in human beings, drugs and arms, money laundering, organised crime...

IMPLEMENTATION:

The new cross-border cooperation programmes are based on the former INTERREG rules: each eligible area defines

its own neighbourhood programme with specific priorities.

ENPI programme supports cross-border co-operation in the western border regions of Russia, Belarus, Ukraine and

Moldova and the Mediterranean countries.

ERDF finances the crossborder cooperation in the EU border regions.

ELIGIBLE AREAS:

Crossborder regions at sea crossings, coastal areas and lands

Ukraine, Moldova, Palestinian Authority, Israel, Jordan, Morocco, Tunisia, Egypt, Lebanon, Armenia, Azerbaijan,




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Georgia, Algeria, Belarus, Libya, Syria and Russia


Periodicity Several calls are launched by the management authorities of the regions that are involved in

cooperation.


Maximum 75% of the total eligible costs in most regions.

Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Sarah RINALDI

Rue Joseph II, 54

B-1049 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 2 298 57 50

[email protected]




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64. ENRTP - THEMATIC PROGRAMME FOR ENVIRONMENT AND SUSTAINABLE

MANAGEMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES INCLUDING ENERGY

Which fund is it? ENRTP - THEMATIC PROGRAMME FOR ENVIRONMENT AND SUSTAINABLE

MANAGEMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES INCLUDING ENERGY


Duration 2007-2013


Resume Thematic programme for external cooperation to promote Environmental and Sustainable

Management in the world and especially in developing countries

Domains concerned Agriculture – Fisheries - Local development – Energy – Environment – Industry - Co-op &

Development

Who can apply? Research centres - Local and Regional authorities - Federations Unions – Agencies –

Chambers - Development NGOs – Associations - International Organisation

Regions

European Union - Africa-Caribbean-Pacific - Latin America - Candidate countries - New

Independent States - European Economic Area - Mediterranean countries - Developing

countries – Asia - Central America – Balkans

Useful links http://ec.europa.eu/europeaid/


OBJECTIVES:

* Working upstream in assisting developing countries to achieve MDG7 on environmental

sustainability

* Promoting implementation of EU initiatives and helping developing countries to meet

internationally agreed environmental commitments

* Promoting coherence between environmental and other policies and enhancing

environmental expertise

* Strengthening international environmental governance and policy development

* Supporting sustainable energy options in partner countries

PRIORITIES:

* Capacity building for environmental integration in developing countries

* Supporting civil society actors and consultative platforms

* Environmental monitoring and assessment with data gathering

* EU initiatives for sustainable development as: EU Water Initiative (see EUROFUNDING sheet), climate change,

biodiversity, desertification, forests, illegal logging and forest governance, fisheries and marine resources,

compliance with environmental standards (for products and production processes), sound chemicals and wastes

management

* Sustainable production and consumption

* Poverty and the environment under new forms of aid delivery

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* Developing institutional support and technical assistance

* Creating a favourable legislative and policy framework to attract new business and investors in renewable energy

and in efficient energy production and use

Due to the legal base some priorities in this programme are open to countries that are covered by the ENPI and EDF

regulation. (Notably neighbour countries and Central Asia).


Periodicity Once a year through different procedures determined in the annual work programmes.


Co financing rates will be defined in the first annual work programme.

Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Louis Du Breil De Pontbriand<br>Ingeborg THIJN

Rue de la Loi, 200

B-1049 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 2 296 50 50<br>32 2 295 12 02

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65. ERASMUS MUNDUS II

Which fund is it? ERASMUS MUNDUS II

Amount Global budget: 930 Million Euro

Duration 2009-2013


Resume Grants for the enhancement of quality in higher education and the promotion of intercultural

understanding through co-operation with third countries

Domains concerned Education – Training - Co-op & Development

Who can apply? Research centres - Training centres - Federations Unions - Universities - Associations

Regions European Union - Worldwide

Useful links http://eacea.ec.europa.eu/erasmus_mundus/

http://ec.europa.eu/education/external-relation-programmes/doc72_en.htm


programme which integrates the "Erasmus Mundus External Cooperation Window" under the name Action 2 -

Partnership (see EUROFUNDING sheet). The first initiatives take place in the academic year 2010/11.

OBJECTIVES:

* Promote a high quality European offer in higher education

* Encourage student mobility and academic staff mobility from third countries

* Strengthen a more structured co-operation between EU and third country institutions and a greater EU outgoing

mobility as part of European study programmes

* Enhance the profile and visibility of, and improved accessibility to, European education by the creation of EU

masters

* Promote language skills and intercultural dialogue

FINANCED ACTIONS within 3 strands:

* Action 1: Joint Programmes including scholarships

- Master

- Doctor

- Individual scholarships to participate to these study/ research programmes

This Action will foster cooperation between higher education institutions and academic staff in Europe and Third

Countries with a view to creating poles of excellence and providing highly trained human resources.

* Action 2: Partnerships with Third Country higher education institutions and scholarships for mobility

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- Partnerships in the framework of Erasmus Mundus 2009-2013 are the basis for enhancing academic cooperation

and exchanges of students and academics, contributing to the socio-economic development of non-EU countries

targeted by EU external cooperation policy. Consortia must include a minimum of 5 higher education institutions from

at least 3 European countries and a number of higher education institutions from targeted non European regions.

Special attention is given to disadvantaged groups and populations in vulnerable situations.

* Action 3: Promotion of European higher education

- promotes European higher education through measures enhancing the attractiveness of Europe as an educational

destination and a centre of excellence at world level.


Periodicity Once a year, in December.


From € 24 000 for a one year EMMC, to € 48 000 for a two-year EMMC

Institution Education, Audiovisual and Culture Executive Agency

Person in charge

Vito BORELLI

Avenue du Bourget 1 (BOUR 02/31)

B-1049 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 2 29 940 39

32 2 29 911 11

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66. ERASMUS MUNDUS II - HIGHER EDUCATION PROMOTION

Which fund is it? ERASMUS MUNDUS II - HIGHER EDUCATION PROMOTION

Amount Global Budget: 16,5 million euro

Duration 2009-2013


Resume This programme will aim to the promotion of the European higher education all around the

world

Domains concerned Education – Training - Co-op & Development

Who can apply? Research centres – Schools - Training centres - Federations Unions – Universities –

Associations


Useful links http://eacea.ec.europa.eu/erasmus_mundus/funding/2011/call_eacea_41_10_en.php

http://www.highereducationpromotion.eu/web/images/docs/erasmus_mundus_2009_2013.pdf


OBJECTIVES:

* To improve accessibility and enhance the profile and visibility of European higher education in the world as well as

its attractiveness for Third-Country nationals and citizens of the Union

* The dissemination of the programme's results and examples of good practice

* The exploitation of these results at institutional and individual level.

FINANCED ACTIONS:

* Support to transnational initiatives, studies, projects, events and other activities aimed at enhancing the

attractiveness, profile, image and visibility of, and accessibility to, European higher education in the world.

* Development of:

- Information kits on access to European HEIs and European countries: study visa issues, university entry levels,

recognition of degrees and qualifications

- Innovative instruments to improve the quality of services provided to Third-Country students, such as academic

counselling and guidance, facilitating mobility within Europe, etc. by international offices at European HEIs

- Methods aiming at integrating students from different cultural and religious backgrounds:

designing material for cultural preparation, counselling services, materials for linguistic

preparation.

* Organisation of information, promotion and/or dissemination events (seminars, workshops, conferences,

etc.) on:

- The recognition of European qualifications outside Europe and the recognition in Europe of

qualifications obtained in Third Countries

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- The use of the European Qualification Framework, ECTS, the Diploma Supplement, etc.

- The Erasmus Mundus programme and its results

- Strategies to establish links and exploit potential synergies between higher education and research and between

Higher Education and business/enterprises.

PARTNERSHIPS:

Activities can be implemented by mixed networks of organisations active in the field of higher education composed of

at least 3 participating organisations from European countries and 2 from Third Countries.


Periodicity Once a year in December/January.


Maximum 75% of eligible costs.


Person in charge

Vito BORRELLI

1 Avenue du Bourget

Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 2 299 40 39

32 2 292 13 28

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67. EUREKA

Which fund is it? EUREKA

Amount Annual budget: According to the States



Resume European network developing cooperation between SMEs, research centres and universities

for industrial innovation

Domains concerned Research – Transport – Health – Energy – Environment – Industry – Innovation - New

technologies – Tourism

Who can apply? Research centres – Corporations - Administrations States – SMEs – Universities

Regions European Union - Candidate countries - New Independent States - European Economic Area

- Mediterranean countries – Switzerland – Balkans


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OBJECTIVES:

* Increase companies' competitiveness by

- promoting European cooperation projects in the sector of research & development

- promoting 'market-driven' collaborative R&D

- involving industry and research institutes across Europe and using advanced technologies

- resulting in cost-effective products, processes and services

EUREKA-Research can be run through individual projects or on behalf of EUREKA „Clusters‟. They are longer-term,

strategically significant industrial initiatives, usually with a large number of participants, aimed at developing generic

technologies of key importance for European competitiveness, primarily in ICT, energy and biotechnology. Clusters

bring together large and small companies – very often competitors – along with research institutes and universities,

sharing both the risk and benefits.

EUREKA Umbrellas are thematic networks that focus on a particular technology or business sector. Their goal is to

generate and support R&D projects in their specific field of operation.

FINANCED ACTIONS:

* Giving the famous 'EUREKA label', which can help in finding financial private or public resources, whatever local,

national and European funds

* Help in finding partners from industry and research

* Supportive measures, including help in defining collaborative contracts between partners across Europe

* Involvement in European standardisation activities

Projects must:

* associate partners from at least 2 Member States (a non-Member State can participate if it is associated with 2


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Member States)

* have a technological and innovative content

* have immediate results for industry: creation of a product, process, technology.

The 39 EUREKA Members are: EU Member States, Croatia, FYROM, Iceland, Israel, Monaco, Norway, Russian

Federation, Republic of San Marino, Serbia, Switzerland, Turkey and Ukraine.




Support between maximum 35% for research and 45% for development phase projects.

Who is in charge?

Institution EUREKA Secretariat

Person in charge

Catherine Ann SIMMONS

Rue Neerveld, 107

B-1200 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 2 777 09 62

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68. EURIMAGES

Which fund is it? EURIMAGES




Resume Support fund for co-production, distribution and digitisation of cinematographic works and

cinemas Domains concerned Culture – Media – Industry

Who can apply? Corporations - Federations Unions - Agencies Chambers – SMEs – Associations

Regions European Union - Candidate countries - European Economic Area – Switzerland – Balkans

Useful links http://www.coe.int/t/dg4/eurimages/


OBJECTIVES:

* Cultural objective: To support works which reflect the multiple facets of a European society whose common roots

are evidence of a single culture

* Economic objective: The Fund invests in an industry which, while concerned with commercial success, is interested

in demonstrating that cinema is one of the arts and should be treated as such

FINANCED ACTIONS:

Through the 3 strands (see EUROFUNDING SHEETS):

* Support to co-production must be of full-length feature films, documentaries and animations under two schemes:

- The artistic value

- The project's circulation potential

* Support to distribution for projects not eligible in the MEDIA Programme (European Commission)

* Support to the film theaters not eligible in the MEDIA Programme (European Commission)

Support to digitisation of cinematographic works is now integrated in co-production

The majority (almost 90%) of the Fund‟s resources – which originate from member States‟ contributions – goes to

supporting co-production.

35 countries are member of the Fund : Albania, Austria, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia,

Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy,

Latvia, Lithuania, Luxemburg, The Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia,

Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey, former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia, Russia


Periodicity 4 selections every year (January, March, June & October) for co producers and distributors.

One single deadline for cinema requests (September 30th).


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Aid shall be allocated in the form of grants, loans at a preferential rate or advances on receipts.

Who is in charge?

Institution Council of Europe

Person in charge

Roberto OLLA

Avenue de l'Europe

F-67075 Strasbourg cedex

code

France

33 03 90 21 47 32

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Which fund is it? EURIMAGES - ACTION 1




Resume Funding programme for co-production of cinematographic works

Domains concerned Culture – Media - Industry


Regions European Union - Candidate countries - European Economic Area – Switzerland - Balkans

Useful links http://www.coe.int


OBJECTIVE:

* Support the European film industry by promoting the production of films

FINANCED ACTIONS:

* Co-Production of Full-length feature films, documentaries, animations


* The film must have a minimum length of 70 minutes and it must be European in the sense of investment, of cultural

origin and rights (19 points system of the European Convention)

* The films must be originated from a Council of Europe's Member State and have an European director

* Every project submitted must be co-produced by at least two independent co-producers, established in different

member States of the Fund

* Aid may also be granted for co-productions involving co-producers from member States on the one hand and

associate member or non-member States of the Fund on the other hand, provided that the contribution by the latter

States does not exceed 30% of the cost of the co-production

* The participation of the majority co-producer must not exceed 80% of the total co-production budget, and the

participation of the minority co-producer must not be lower than 10% for multilateral co-productions and 20% for

bilateral co-productions. For bilateral co-productions with a budget above 5 M €, the maximum participation of the

majority co-producer must not exceed 90%

* The majority (i.e. at least 51%) of the total financing of a project must come from sources within the EURIMAGES'

member States; each project must benefit, in each of the co-producing countries, from either national support or a

television pre-sale. At least 50% of the financing by each of the co-producing countries must be confirmed by formal

agreements or agreements in principle

SELECTION CRITERIA:

* The artistic merits of the project

* The experience of the director, of the producers, of the artistic (authors, casting, etc.) and technical teams

* The circulation potential of the project

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* The commercial potential of the project

* The artistic and/or technical co-operation between the co-producers

* The level of confirmed financing for the project


Periodicity 4 selections every year: January, March, June and October. Application form downloadable

online.


Financial assistance cannot exceed 17% of the total production costs of the film up to a maximum of 700.000 euro.

(preferential loan)

Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Nathalie MONTEILLET

Avenue de l'Europe


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OBJECTIVES:

* Support the European film industry by promoting the distribution of films

* Providing a system of support for distribution complementary to the MEDIA Programme of the European Union

The support is available to distributors of the member States who are not able to benefit from the support awarded by

MEDIA, i.e. Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia, Romania, the former Yougoslav Republic of Macedonia, Serbia and

Montenegro and Turkey.

FINANCED ACTIONS:

* Distribution of European full-length feature films, animations and documentaries

SELECTION CRITERIA:

* To be a distributor from any of the 34 EURIMAGES Member States or from the five above-mentioned States

* The distributed films must be originated in the five above-mentioned States, or else be a children's film or a

documentary (if they are originated in a eligible State to the MEDIA programme)

* Not apply for a film originating in its own State, which excludes the distributors from the co-producers' countries, if

there are

* Not submit more than two applications for distribution support per meeting

* Not be involved in the financing of an Eurimages - supported co-production for the concerned film

Aid for the distribution, broadcasting and promotion of a film or audiovisual work originating in one or more member

States of the Fund shall be granted to cover expenditure specified in the application for the manufacture of copies,

subtitling and/or dubbing and recourse to various means of promotion.


Periodicity 4 selections every year: January, March, June and October. Application form downloadable

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The maximum sum which may be awarded to an applicant towards the costs of the distribution of one single film is 8

000 euro, in the form of a non-repayable grant. Aid up to 50% of the expenses.

Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Nathalie MONTEILLET

Avenue de l'Europe


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France

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OBJECTIVES:

* Increase the programming of European films in cinemas in Eurimages Member States that do not have access to

the MEDIA programme, notable the central and eastern European countries

* Support initiatives by cinemas which schedule and promote European films on their screens

* Develop a network of cinemas at European level to allow concerted efforts between exhibitors and distributors and

with other European organisations that sponsor cinemas

FINANCED ACTIONS (through the Cinema support scheme):

* Network creation of film theatres at European level

* Insert European films (the work must be a full-length feature, documentary or animation film produced or co-

produced and in its majority by one or more European companies to whose European production professionals have

made a significant contribution) on the screening of the cinemas

SELECTION CRITERIA:

* Only cinemas situated in Eurimages member States that do not have access to support by the MEDIA Programme

are eligible for assistance (Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia, Montenegro, Romania, Serbia, “the former Yugoslav

Republic of Macedonia” and Turkey)

* Cinemas must be in national or regional capitals, university towns or other key towns for film distribution

* The network is open to cinemas which meet the following criteria: Commercial non-pornographic cinemas, open to

the public, in operation for at least six months, box office and declaration of receipts required, 520 yearly screenings

minimum, 70 seats minimum, technical equipment which meets professional standards, safety requirements in

accordance with national legislation

* The cinemas undertake to:

- Include at least 33% of European films in their first screenings, representing at least 50% of all screenings spread

evenly over different screenings and periods of the year

- Take steps gradually to promote and support European films

- Add to the name of the cinema the logo "Eurimages", regarded as a European quality label

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Particular attention is given to films that have received EURIMAGES support during their production and/or

distribution.


Periodicity Until 30th September each year for support in the following year. Application form

downloadable on the website.


Maximum 15 000 euro. Aid is allocated through grants or loans at a preferential rate or advances on receipts.

Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Nathalie MONTEILLET

Avenue de l'Europe


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France

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72. EURODYSSEE

Which fund is it? EURODYSSEE

Amount Non communicated



Resume Mobility grants for young job seekers through a programme of exchanges between European

Regions Domains concerned Employment - Youth

Who can apply? Local and Regional authorities – Corporations - Training centres - Federations Unions -

Agencies Chambers – SMEs Associations


- Balkans

Useful links http://www.eurodyssee.eu

http://www.aer.eu


OBJECTIVES:

- to integrate young people from all horizons and educational backgrounds,

- to gain professional experience,

- to get an opportunity to improve their knowledge of a foreign language,

- to put their social and cultural skills to the test,

- to enhance their employability and facilitate their adjustment to the international labour market.

FINANCED ACTIONS:

* Traineeships organised by the host regions - all 39 are members of the Assembly of Regions of Europe

Belgium: Bruxelles-Capitale, Wallonie

Bosnia and Herzegovina: Srpska

Croatia: Istra, Sisak-Moslavina, Splitsko-Dalmatinska, Zagreb County Varazdin

France: Bourgogne, Champagne-Ardenne, Franche-Comté, Ile-de-France, Limousin, Picardie, Poitou-

Charentes, Rhône-Alpes, Midi Pyrénnées, Corsica

Georgia: Adjara

Germany: Baden-Württemberg

Italy: Valle d'Aoste

Norway: Akershus

Portugal: Açores, Madeira

Romania: Caras-Severin, Harghita, Hunedoara, Timis, Arges

Spain: Castilla y León, Catalunya, Valencia, Murcia, Cantabria

Serbia: Vojvodina

Switzerland: Jura, Ticino, Valais, Zentral Schweiz

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SELECTION CRITERIA:

* The candidate must be a job seeker, a young graduate

* The candidate must be 18-30 years old

* The candidate must be from an AER region (Assembly of European Regions)




The amount and type of help depend on the region. Up to 750 euro a month per candidate in Valencia (Spain).

Who is in charge?

Institution Ministry of Wallonia region

Person in charge

Michel DELSAUX

Place Sainctelette 2

B-1080 Bruxelles

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73. EUROPAN COMPETITION

Which fund is it? EUROPAN COMPETITION


Duration 2011-2012


Resume European prize for architecture and urbanism awarded every two years

Domains concerned Town planning - Public management - Youth

Who can apply? Training centres – Universities - Associations


Useful links http://www.europan-europe.com

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OBJECTIVES:

* Favour openness and cooperation in the greater Europe, EUROPAN aims to deepen knowledge of, and reflection

on, housing and town planning and favour exchanges on these subjects among the different countries of Europe

* Assist the young architects of Europe in developing their ideas and disseminating them throughout the continent

and beyond

* Assist towns and site developers that have proposed sites to find innovative architectural and town-planning

approaches

* Promote the undertaking of town planning studies and experimental operations bearing on housing, and the

establishment of innovative urban processes by young prizewinning architects in participating countries

2011 THEME :

Territories in resonance - Which landscape for shareable cities or agglomerations?

ACTIONS:

* The process of one session stretches over two years and goes through several steps: preparation of the

competition and site research, preparation of teams, registrations, European launching forum, visits of the sites by

the candidates, submissions of entries, first national juries sessions, European juries and cities forum, second juries

session, announcement of results, European forum of results, publicity on prize-winning projects and implementation

SELECTION CRITERIA:

* Young architects and young professionals in related creative fields (individuals or teams, aged of 40 years

maximum) must work on town planning projects about sites which have been selected by the cities and by an

EUROPAN committee

* Applicants must be nationals of an EUROPAN member or Associated country, but they can choose on which site(s)

they want to work

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Organising countries: Austria, Belgium, Croatia, Czech Republic, Cyprus, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany,

Greece, Hungary, Italy, Latvia, the Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland.


Periodicity A competition every 2 years, 10 th edition in 2009.


12 000 euro for winners, 6000 euro for runners-up and a honorary prize for the teams with honourable mention.

Who is in charge?

Institution European Secretariat

Person in charge

Didier REBOIS

La Grande Arche, Pilier Nord

F-92044 Paris-La-D

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France

33 1 40 81 24 47

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74. EUROPASS

Which fund is it? EUROPASS




Resume Assistance to citizens in order to promote European pathways in work-linked training, including

apprenticeship

Domains

concerned Education - Training

Who can

apply? Training centres – SMEs - Universities


Useful links http://europass.cedefop.europa.eu/europass/home/vernav/Europass+Documents/Europass+CV.csp

http://ec.europa.eu/education/lifelong-learning-policy/doc46_en.htm


OBJECTIVES:

* Allow citizens to make their skills and qualifications clearly and easily understood in Europe

* Define the content as well as the general and common quality principles underpinning the European pathways,

whenever such training periods are incorporated into the training followed in the country of origin

* Boost the transparency and visibility of these European pathways, by means of an official Europass Training

certificate attesting to the training and/or work experience acquired by the beneficiary in another country

Europass offers:

* Europass-CV : presents in a clear and comprehensive way information on all their qualifications and competences

* Europass-Mobility: shall record periods of learning attended by its holders in countries other than their own

* Europass-Diploma Supplement: shall provide information on its holder's educational achievements at higher

education level

* Europass-Language Portfolio: shall provide citizens with the opportunity to present their language skills

* Europass-Certificate Supplement: shall describe the competences and qualifications corresponding to a vocational

training certificate

* Europass in the Internet: the Commission and the relevant national authorities shall cooperate in setting up and

managing a Europass Internet-based information system

A European document called EUROPASS can be delivered for any work-linked training, including apprenticeship

organised between two European partners in the Member States of sending and the host country (training institute,

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university, company).

The "EUROPASS" initiative is not a mobility programme. The European pathways recorded by one the EUROPASS

qualification documents can take place in the framework of any programme or initiative in the field of education or

training, as well outside any community or national programme. There is no funding available for promotors of

European training pathway.

Participation shall also be open to the candidate countries for accession to the European Union in accordance with

their respective Europe Agreements. (Turkey, Croatia and Island).


Periodicity Participation is possible at any time, all year long.


The Europass documents can be delivered after evaluation of the contents of the learning internship.


Person in charge

Carlo SCATOLI

Rue de la Loi, 200

B-1049 Bruxelles

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Belgium

32 2 295 70 33

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75. EUROPE FOR CITIZENS

Which fund is it? EUROPE FOR CITIZENS


Duration 2007-2013


Resume Grants to support organisations working in the field of active European citizenship and to the

promotion civic participation Domains concerned Culture Media – Information - Citizenship

Who can apply? Research centres - Local and Regional authorities – Schools - Federations Unions - Agencies

Chambers - Development NGOs – Universities – Associations - International Organisation


Useful links http://ec.europa.eu/citizenship/

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OBJECTIVES:

* Giving citizens the opportunity to interact and participate in constructing Europe

* Forging a European identity, based on recognised common values, history and culture

* Fostering a sense of ownership of the European Union among its citizens

* Enhancing mutual understanding between European citizens respecting and celebrating cultural diversity, while

contributing to intercultural dialogue

* Encourage the balanced integration of citizens and civil society organisations from all Member States

FINANCED ACTIONS through 4 main Action lines (see detailed EUROFUNDING sheets for each specific

programme):

Action 1. Active citizens for Europe (45% of the programme's budget)

* Town twinning

* Citizens‟ projects and support measures

Action 2. Active civil society in Europe (31% of the programme's budget)

* Structural support for European public policy research organisations (think tanks)

* Structural support for organisations of civil society at European level

* Support for projects initiated by civil society organisations

Action 3. Together for Europe (10% of the programme's budget)

* High-visibility events

* Studies

* Information and dissemination tools

Action 4. European Active Remembrance (4% of the programme's budget)

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* Preservation of the main sites and archives associated with the deportations and the commemoration of the victims

Candidate countries, associated countries (EEA) and Western Balkan countries may participate according to the

Agreements ruling their participation to this programme.

Croatia, Albania and FYROM are now part of the programme.

EEA countries have shown interest for this programme.




Support to projects (maximum 60% of the eligible costs. Structural support to European organisations (operating

grants): maximum 80%.

Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Joachim OTT

Avenue du Bourget, 1 - BOUR

B-1049 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 2 296 14 71

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76. EUROPE FOR CITIZENS - Action 1.1 - Active citizens for Europe - Town

Twinning

Which fund is it? EUROPE FOR CITIZENS - Action 1.1 - Active citizens for Europe - Town Twinning


Duration 2007-2013


Resume Grants to support town-twinning actions stimulating active European citizenship, to take

benefit from links established at local level between twin cities to encourage exchanges and

cooperation

Domains concerned Culture – Media - Public management – Information - Citizenship

Who can apply? Local and Regional authorities - Associations


Useful links http://eacea.ec.europa.eu/citizenship/

http://www.eurodesk.org


OBJECTIVES :

* Bringing together people from local communities across Europe to share and exchange experiences, opinions and

values, to learn from history and to build for the future

* Fostering new and existing links and networks between local authorities in Europe

* Enhance the important contribution that co-operation and exchanges between local communities make to European

integration

FINANCED ACTIONS :

One-off pilot, or long-term activities that involve or promote direct exchanges between European citizens through

their participation in town-twinning activities: citizens' meetings, specific conferences or seminars on subjects of

common interest, along with related publications

* Citizens' meetings :

- organised in the framework of already existing or prospective town twinning

- involving municipalities from at least two participating countries, from which at least one is an EU Member State

- involving at least ten participants from the invited municipality in bilateral meetings and at least five participants from

each invited municipality in multilateral meetings

* Thematic networking of twinned towns

- Thematic conferences and workshops involving at least 3 towns, developed within the framework of town twinning.

They should have a defined target group for which the selected theme is particularly relevant and involve community

members active in the subject area. They should address the priority themes of the Programme. To this end the

programme should engage participants in dialogue on these themes, which includes for example European policies

and their implementation at local level.

- Special category: Multi-annual projects for networks of twinned towns in order to provide

established networks of towns with twinning relationships an opportunity to embark on more sustainable, substantial,

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strategic and structured co-operation. Such networks, already established, must involve at least 5 twinned towns

from 5 different participating countries.

The European Commission awards each year the Prize Gold Stars of Town Twinning (see EUROFUNDING sheet) to

those towns that have best used the grants received in the previous year to contribute to European integration.

Croatia, Albania and Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia have recently joined the programme. The EEA

countries have expressed interest.


Periodicity Deadlines are different according the the actions: 1st February, 1st April, 1st June, 1st

September and 1st December.


Citizen's meetings: max. 20,000 euro; Thematic networking of twinned towns : min. 3,500 ; Multi-annual projects:

max. 150,000 euro; Organisation and travel costs are covered.

Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Pavel TYCHTL


B-1140 Bruxelles

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Belgium

32 2 29 629 73

[email protected]




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77. EUROPE FOR CITIZENS - Action 1.2 - Citizen's projects and support measures

Which fund is it? EUROPE FOR CITIZENS - Action 1.2 - Citizen's projects and support measures

Amount Annual budget: not communicated yet

Duration 2007-2013


Resume Grants to support solid and innovative methods of citizens participation.

Domains concerned Information - Citizenship

Who can apply? Research centres – Schools - Training centres - Federations Unions - Agencies Chambers -

Development NGOs – Universities - Associations




FINANCED ACTIONS:

* Citizens projects

A variety of projects of a transnational and cross-sectoral dimension, directly involving citizens, can be supported

under this measure. Those projects should gather citizens from different horizons, who will act together or debate on

common European issues, at local and European level. Innovative methods enabling citizens' participation should be

applied.

* Support measures

Support measures are tools aimed at developing the projects carried out under this action and improving their quality,

for example through exchanging best practices, pooling experiences between stakeholders and developing new skills

via training sessions.

They should therefore be targeted either at town twinning projects or at citizens' projects.

They should be carried out by experts, professionals from the field, intermediary bodies, etc. which should have a

broad expertise in the field and use efficient tools for improving the quality of the projects.

The European Commission will establish partnerships with relevant organizations, which will be selected through an

open and transparent procedure. Within those partnerships, that should run for a period of two years, the

organisations will receive cofounding from the European Commission for carrying out the support measures.



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Maximum 80% of the eligible costs.

Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Pavel TYCHTL


B-1140 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 2 296 29 73

[email protected]




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78. EUROPE FOR CITIZENS - Action 2.1 - Structural support for European policy

research organisations (think-tanks)

Which fund is it? EUROPE FOR CITIZENS - Action 2.1 - Structural support for European policy research

organisations (think-tanks)

Amount Annual budget : not communicated

Duration 2007-2013


Resume Grants for running costs for information, communication and promotion work about the

European Union Domains concerned Culture – Media - Public management – Information - Citizenship

Who can apply? Research centres - Federations Unions - Development NGOs - Associations




OBJECTIVES:

* Fostering action, debate and reflection related to European citizenship and democracy, shared values, common

history and culture through cooperation within civil society organisations at European level

* Strengthening the institutional capacity of those organisations, which are representative, provide real European

added value, can bring about important multiplier effects

* Strengthening transeuropean networks and European associations

PRIORITIES: Role of civil society organisations and forms of civic participation in the democratic life of the EU; Equal

pportunities in political life; Raise awareness about, and mobilise stakeholders towards, the planned European Year

of Volunteering 2011

PRIORITY AREAS:

* Future of the European Union and its basic values

* Active European Citizenship, participation and democracy in Europe

* Intercultural dialogue

* Impact of European policies in societies

* People‟s well being in Europe, employment, social cohesion and sustainable development

FINANCED ACTIONS (measures 1 and 2 of action 2):

* Operating grants to support costs necessary for the proper conduct of the normal and permanent activities of the

organisations of 2 types of bodies:

1. European public policy research organisations (think-tanks), so that they can contribute to :

- Provide new ideas and reflections on European issues

- Provide independent strategic, cross-sectoral recommendations to the EU institutions

- Feed the debate notably on citizenship of the European Union and on European values and cultures

2. Structural support for civil society organisations at European level, so that they can contribute to:




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- Civic, educational, cultural and political activities for participating in society

Only organisms operating on a trans-national basis, either through the structure of the organisation (networking or an

organisation with subsidiary(s) in different eligible countries) or/and through the work programme are eligible.




From 60,000 euro maximum (for a budget of less than 100,000 euro) to 250,000 euro maximum (for a budget of 1,2

million euro or more). Maximum 80% of the eligible costs.

Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Pavel TYCHTL

Avenue du Bourget 1

B-1049 Bruxelles

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Belgium

32 2 29 629 73

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79. EUROPE FOR CITIZENS - Action 2.2 - Support for projects initiated by civil

society organisations

Which fund is it? EUROPE FOR CITIZENS - Action 2.2 - Support for projects initiated by civil society

organisations


Duration 2007-2013


Resume Grants for projects promoting mutual understanding between cultures of Europe.

Domains concerned Culture – Media – Information - Citizenship

Who can apply? Research centres - Federations Unions – Universities - Associations




OBJECTIVES :

* Increase direct cooperation among civil society organisations from different Member States in order to contribute to

mutual understanding of different cultures and points of view and to the identification of shared concerns and values

* Encourage civil society organisations at local, regional, national or European level to involve citizens or represent

their interests

PRIORITIES: Role of civil society organisations and forms of civic participation in the democratic life of the EU; Equal

opportunities in political life; Raise awareness about, and mobilise stakeholders towards, the planned European Year

of Volunteering 2011

FINANCED ACTIONS:

* Action: planning, implementing and exploiting together the results of an action via seminars, thematic workshops,

production and dissemination of publications, information campaigns, artistic workshops, actions related to amateur

sport, training seminars, hearings, exhibitions, grass roots projects

* Debate: stimulating and organising debate involving for example the members of the organisations implementing

the project, other civil society organisations, other types of organisations, institutions or decision-makers, European

citizens

* Reflection: organising, nourishing and structuring reflection on European values, European citizenship and

democracy involving civil society organisations of all kinds but also, for example, experts, decision-makers, citizens.

Special attention should be given to reflecting the cultural and spiritual diversity of Europe. The project could include

for example a colloquium, preceded by an opinion poll and followed by a publication in the media

* Networking: setting the basis for, or encouraging the development of, long-lasting networking between many

organisations active in the field.

PARTNERSHIP:

Each project involves at least 2 organisations from 2 different participating countries. At least one of these countries

must be a Member State of the European Union. Croatia, Albania and FYROM have already joined. EEA countries




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have shown interest.

This programme does not provide direct support to organisations by co-financing their operating costs. To apply for a

direct support, refer to EUROFUNDING sheet "EUROPE FOR CITIZENS - Structural support for research

organisations and for civil society organisations".


Periodicity Once a year, deadline on 1st of June.


„Event projects‟: grant based on the number of participants and of communication tools produced. „Production and

realisation projects‟: between 10,000 and 55,000 euro, max. 60%.

Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Pavel TYCHTL


B-1140 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 2 29 629 73

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80. EUROPE FOR CITIZENS - Action 2.3 - Direct support for selected organisations

Which fund is it? EUROPE FOR CITIZENS - Action 2.3 - Direct support for selected organisations


Duration 2007-2013


Resume Grants for organisations promoting European citizenship

Domains concerned Culture – Media – Information - Citizenship

Who can apply? Research centres - Federations Unions - Agencies Chambers - Development NGOs –






OBJECTIVES:

* Fostering action, debate and reflection related to European citizenship and democracy, shared values, common

history and culture through cooperation within civil society organisations at European level

* Strengthening the institutional capacity of those representative organisations, which provide real European added

value and can bring about important multiplier effects

* Strengthening trans European networks and European associations

2011 PRIORITIES: Role of civil society organisations and forms of civic participation in the democratic life of the EU;

Equal opportunities in political life; Raise awareness about, and mobilise stakeholders towards, the planned

European Year of Volunteering 2011

FINANCED ACTIONS:

* Operating costs

This programme covers the annual running costs and activities of 2 types of organisations:

- European public policy research organisations (think-tanks)

- Structural support for civil society organisations at European level

Currently selected organisations with EU funding:

- The "Groupement d'études et de recherches Notre Europe"

- The "Institut für Europäische Politik"

- The Platform of European Social NGOs

- The European Movement

- The European Council on Refugees and Exiles

PARTNERSHIP:

Organisations should be established in more than one Member State or their normal activities involve close co-

operation with organisations in other Member States.





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Periodicity once a year


Maximum EU grant 80%, at least 20% of the budget must be provided from sources other than the EU funding.

Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Philippe COVA

Avenue du Bourget 1

BE-1140 Brussels

code

Belgium

32 2 29 689 26

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81. EUROPE FOR CITIZENS - Action 3 - Together for Europe

Which fund is it? EUROPE FOR CITIZENS - Action 3 - Together for Europe


Duration 2007-2013


Resume Grants for activities promoting European citizenship and for information and dissemination

activities on the results of the programme Domains concerned Culture – Media – Information – Citizenship - New technologies

Who can apply? Research centres - Local and Regional authorities – Corporations - Federations Unions –

SMEs - Associations





OBJECTIVES:

* Help to increase among the peoples of Europe the sense of belonging to the same community

* Make European citizens aware of the history, achievements and values of the European Union

* Involve the citizens in intercultural dialogue and contribute to the development of their European identity

PRIORITIES:

* Intercultural dialogue: European Year for Combating Poverty and Social Exclusion 2010

* To increase the sense of belonging of peoples of Europe to the same community

FINANCED ACTIONS:

* High-visibility events

Events organised by the Commission, where appropriate in cooperation with the Member States or other relevant

partners, which are substantial in scale and scope, such as:

- Commemoration of historical events (e.g. 60th anniversary of the Schuman declaration, on May 9th 2010)

- Celebration of European achievements

- Artistic events

- Awareness-raising around specific issues

- European-wide conferences

- Awarding of prizes to highlight major accomplishments

* Studies, surveys and opinion polls

* Information and dissemination tools

- Internet portal and other tools to provide comprehensive information on the various activities of the programme, on

other European actions related to citizenship and on other relevant initiatives.


agreements ruling their participation to this programme.





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Croatia, Albania and FYROM have already joined.



Periodicity Selection through calls for tenders.


No grants will be awarded under this measure, but possibly public procurements.

Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Pavel TYCHTL


B-1140 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 2 2962973

[email protected]




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82. EUROPE FOR CITIZENS - Action 4 - European Active Remembrance

Which fund is it? EUROPE FOR CITIZENS - Action 4 - European Active Remembrance


Duration 2007-2013


Resume Protection and commemoration of sites of nazi concentration camps and of victims of

deportations and exterminations linked with the Holocaust and Stalinism Domains concerned Culture – Media – Information – Citizenship - Human Rights

Who can apply?

Research centres - Local and Regional authorities – Schools - Federations Unions -

Administrations States - Agencies Chambers - Development NGOs – Universities -

Associations




OBJECTIVES:

* Support actions to preserve and commemorate the main sites and archives associated with the deportations,

symbolised by the memorials which have been raised on the sites of the former camps and other places of mass-

civilian martyrdom and extermination, and to keep alive the memory of victims at these sites

* Commemorate victims of deportations and exterminations linked with the Holocaust and Stalinism

* To study the phenomenon from an historical perspective

FINANCED ACTIONS:

* Projects for the preservation of the main sites and memorials associated with the mass deportations, the former

concentration camps and other large-scale martyrdom and extermination sites of Nazism, as well as the archives

documenting these events and for keeping alive the memory of the victims, as well as the memory of those who,

under extreme conditions, rescued people from the Holocaust

* Projects for the commemoration of the victims of mass exterminations and mass deportations associated with

Stalinism, as well as the preservation of the memorials and archives documenting these events

* Projects engaging citizens, and especially young people, in a broad reflection about the causes and consequences

of Nazism and/or Stalinism

* Projects encouraging organisations active in this field to establish contacts among themselves and to learn from

each other

To illustrate, actions may concern:

* Collection of oral testimonies to make available for today‟s European citizens and/or for future generations

* Commemoration ceremonies, inauguration of a commemorative building

* Broad reflection about the causes and consequences of Nazism and/or Stalinism

* Reflection accompanied or supported by concrete actions




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Croatia, Albania and FYROM have already joined.



Periodicity 1 deadline per year for submission of projects: 30st April.


Minimum 10 000 euro per project, co financing rate maximum 60%.

Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Avenue du Bourget 1

BE-1140 Brussels

code

Belgium

32 2 296 69 51

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83. EUROPEAN CULTURAL FOUNDATION (ECF)

Which fund is it? EUROPEAN CULTURAL FOUNDATION (ECF)

Amount Budget annuel: 1.4 million euro



Resume Grants provided to European cultural organisations and professionnals

Domains concerned Culture – Media - Education – Training - Enlargement

Who can apply? Agencies Chambers - Development NGOs - Associations

Regions European Union - Candidate countries - European Economic Area - Mediterranean countries

– Switzerland - Balkans

Useful links http://www.eurocult.org

http://ec.europa.eu


OBJECTIVE:

* Boosting the cultural dimension of a richly diverse Europe with grants for small to medium-sized cultural

organisations and individuals

2011-2012 theme: "Narratives for Europe"

FINANCED ACTIONS:

The Foundation offers two kind of grants:

* Making collaboration work grants for cultural organisations, to stimulate collaboration between cultural

organisations.

Projects will be assessed specifically on their collaborative nature and the added value they bring to the practice of

cultural cooperation in Europe.

* Artistic project grants to support artistic projects that show vision in illuminating the issues of diversity in Europe.

Projects will be assessed specifically on their artistic quality. Artistic uniqueness and European relevance are the

main selection criteria. Individual artists and cultural organisations can apply. There will be extra money specifically

available for projects from Balkan countries.

The Foundation does not support:

* activities that focus only on the academic sector or represent traditional approaches

* awards, competitions

* folkloric events and projects which focus on

conserving European heritage

* actions that could otherwise be supported by

specialist public and private arts funds

* individual literary works, translations

* initiatives based solely on tourism

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* Have a strong cultural objective, be concerned with European cross border cooperation

* Feature at least one country from the following group: EU, Albania, Belarus, Bosnia, Bulgaria, Croatia, FYROM,

Moldova, Montenegro, Romania, Russia, Serbia, Slovenia, Turkey, and Ukraine. Independent cultural organisations

from Algeria, Egypt, Israel, Jordan, Lebanon, Libya, Morocco, Palestine, Syria and Tunisia are also eligible for

support as partners.


Periodicity Once a year for each grant.


Maximum 80% of the project‟s total budget; ECF grants usually vary between 15,000 and 30,000 euro.

Who is in charge?

Institution European Cultural Foundation

Person in charge

Esther CLAASSEN

Jan van Goyenkade 5

1075 NL Amsterdam

code

Nederland

31 20 573 38 68

31 20 675 22 31

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84. EUROPEAN REGION OF THE YEAR

Which fund is it? EUROPEAN REGION OF THE YEAR




Resume Initiative for the election of the European region of the year

Domains concerned Culture – Media - Local development - Environment

Who can apply? Local and Regional authorities



Useful links http://www.tery.org


OBJECTIVES:

* Increase awareness of the activities of the regions in Europe and recognition of regional affairs

* Make new contributions to building up the regions and European integration

* Show the regions chosen as European Region of the Year in their European and international context, from every

aspect, including the social, cultural, economic and tourism aspects

So far, the following regions have been designated as European Region of the Year:

2003: the Balearic Islands (Spain) and the Republic of Karelia (Russia)

2004: the German-speaking Community (Belgium) and Madeira (Portugal)

2005: Kiev (Ukraine) and Piedmont (Italy)

2006: Sarajevo (Bosnia & Herzegovina)

2007: Vojvodina (Serbia and Montenegro)

2008: Nizhny Novgorod Oblast (Russia)

2009: Gjirokastër District (Albania)

2010: Azores (Portugal)

SÉLECTION CRITERIA:

* Any region of the 47 Member States of the Council of Europe may aspire to be nominated the European Region of

the Year

* The Jury will prioritise the selection by:

- The attainment of the original objectives of the initiative

- The quality of the project that is presented

- Ensuring that the regions seeking nomination belong to different countries and linguistic zones


Periodicity The selection procedure starts at least one year before.

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Honorary prize.

Who is in charge?

Institution European Region of the Year Organisation.

Person in charge

Elvira ESCUDERO

Ronda Universitat, 7

E - 08007 Barcelona

code

Spain

34 934 12 32 94

34 934 12 68 71

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85. EUROPEAN TERRITORIAL COOPERATION OBJECTIVE (INTERREG IV A) -

Cross border strand

Which fund is it? EUROPEAN TERRITORIAL COOPERATION OBJECTIVE (INTERREG IV A) - Cross border

strand


Duration 2007-2013


Resume Support to cooperation between European regions at cross-border level

Domains concerned Research - Town planning – Transport - Local development – Energy – Environment –

Innovation - Tourism

Who can apply? Research centres - Local and Regional authorities – Corporations - Federations Unions -

Administrations States - Agencies Chambers – SMEs – Universities - Associations


Switzerland - Balkans


http://www.seupb.eu


OBJECTIVES:

* To develop cross-border economic, social and environmental activities through joint strategies for sustainable

territorial development

PRIORITIES:

* To encourage entrepreneurship, in particular the development of SMEs, tourism, culture, and cross-border trade

* To encourage and improve the joint protection and management of natural and cultural resources, as well as the

prevention of natural and technological risks

* To support links between urban and rural areas

* To reduce isolation through improved access to transport, information and communication networks and services,

and cross-border water, waste and energy systems and facilities

* To develop collaboration, capacity and joint use of infrastructures, in particular in sectors such as health, culture,

tourism and education

* To work on administration, employment and equal opportunities


* Promoting legal and administrative cooperation

* Integration of cross-border labour markets

* Local employment initiatives

* Gender equality and equal opportunities

* Training and social inclusion

* Sharing of human resources and facilities for


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R&TD

Eligible regions under the cross-border cooperation are the regions of NUTS 3 level situated on the internal and

some of the external frontiers, as well as the maritime borders

Projects on EU territory are financed by the ERDF. Projects may associate third countries and be financed by

external cooperation funds


Periodicity Each group of regions (space) defines its priorities. Calls are published on the Space's

websites. Projects can usually be submitted at any time.


Maximum 75% of the project costs in the Objective "Convergence" regions, up to 50% in Regional Competitiveness

and Employment area

Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Colin WOLFE

Rue de la Loi, 200

B-1049 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 2 299 05 16

[email protected]




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86. EUROPEAN TERRITORIAL COOPERATION OBJECTIVE (INTERREG IV B) -

Transnational strand

Which fund is it? EUROPEAN TERRITORIAL COOPERATION OBJECTIVE (INTERREG IV B) -

Transnational strand


Duration 2007-2013


Resume Support to cooperation between European regions at transnational level



Who can apply? Research centres - Local and Regional authorities – Corporations - Federations Unions -

Administrations States - Agencies Chambers – SMEs – Universities - Associations

Regions European Union - Candidate countries - New Independant States - Mediterranean countries –

Switzerland - Balkans


http://www.seupb.eu


OBJECTIVES:

* Establishment and development of transnational cooperation, including bilateral cooperation between maritime

regions through the financing of networks and of actions conducive to integrated territorial development

PRIORITIES AND FINANCED ACTIONS:

1 Innovation: the creation and development of scientific and technological networks, and the enhancement of

regional R&TD and innovation capacities, where these make a direct contribution to the balanced economic

development of transnational areas

* Establishment of networks between appropriate education institutions and universities and SMES

* Links to improve access to scientific knowledge and technology transfer between R&TD facilities and international

centres of RTD excellence and twinning

2 Environment: water management, energy efficiency, risk prevention and environmental protection activities with a

clear transnational dimension

* Protection and management of river basins, coastal zones, marine resources, water services and wetlands

* Fire, drought and flood prevention

3 Accessibility: activities to improve access to and quality of transport and telecommunications services where these

have a clear transnational dimension

* Investments in cross-border sections of trans-European networks

* Improved local and regional access to national and transnational networks

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* Promotion of advanced information and communication technologies

4 Sustainable urban development: strengthening polycentric development at transnational, national and regional

level, with a clear transnational impact.

* The creation and improvement of urban networks and urban-rural links

* Strategies to tackle common urban-rural issues

* Preservation and promotion of the cultural heritage, and the strategic integration of development zones on a

transnational basis


Periodicity Each group of regions (space) defines its priorities. Calls are published at the Space's

websites. Projects can usually be submitted at any time.



and Employment area.

Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Colin WOLFE

Rue de la Loi, 200

B-1049 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 2 299 05 16

[email protected]




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87. EUROPEAN TERRITORIAL COOPERATION OBJECTIVE (INTERREG IV C) -

Interregional strand

Which fund is it? EUROPEAN TERRITORIAL COOPERATION OBJECTIVE (INTERREG IV C) - Interregional

strand


Duration 2007-2013


Resume Support to cooperation between European regions



Who can apply? Research centres - Local and Regional authorities – Corporations - Training centres -

Federations Unions - Administrations States - Agencies Chambers – SMEs - Associations

Regions European Union - Candidate countries - New Independent States - Mediterranean countries -

Balkans


http://www.seupb.eu


OBJECTIVES:

* Interregional cooperation programmes aim to improve the effectiveness of regional development policies in the

areas of innovation, the

knowledge economy, the environment and risk prevention as well as to contribute to the economic modernisation and

increased competitiveness (strengthening of SMEs) of Europe

PRIORITIES INTER-REGIONAL COOPERATION:

* Reinforcement of the effectiveness of regional policy by promoting:

- interregional cooperation focusing on innovation and the knowledge economy and environment and risk prevention

- exchanges of experience concerning the identification, transfer and dissemination of best practice including on

sustainable urban development

- actions involving studies, data collection, and the observation and analysis of development trends in the Community

- development of participative, integrated and sustainable strategies to tackle the high concentration of economic,

environmental and social problems affecting urban areas

* Sustainable urban development through activities such as:

- strengthening economic growth,

- the rehabilitation of the physical environment, brown field redevelopment,

- the preservation and development of natural and

cultural heritage

- the promotion of entrepreneurship

- local employment and community development





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- the provision of services to the population taking account of changing demographic structures.

Projects on EU territory are financed by the ERDF. Projects may associate third countries and be financed by

external cooperation funds (IPA and ENPI).


Periodicity Each group of regions (area) defines its priorities. Calls are published at the areas websites.

Projects can usually be submitted at any time.



and Employment area.

Who is in charge?

Institution Joint Technical Secretariat

Person in charge

Michel LAMBLIN

Les Arcuriales - 5D 45 rue de Tournai

59000 Lille

code

France

33 328 14 41 00

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88. EUROPEAN YOUTH FOUNDATION

Which fund is it? EUROPEAN YOUTH FOUNDATION


Duration 2010-2012


Resume Grants for the promotion of voluntary youth work across Europe

Domains concerned Social Affairs - Culture – Media – Citizenship – Youth - Human Rights

Who can apply? Federations Unions - Development NGOs - Associations




http://www.eyf.coe.int


OBJECTIVES:

* Develop European cooperation in the field of youth through youth policy, youth work and non formal education or

training

PRIORITIES 2010-2012:

- Human Rights and Democracy

- Living together in plural societies

- Social inclusion of young

- Policies and instruments for young people and children


Activities undertaken by non-governmental youth organisations or networks:

* Educational, social, cultural and humanitarian activities of a European character

* Activities aiming at strengthening peace and co-operation in Europe

* Activities designed to promote closer co-operation and better understanding among young people in Europe

* Activities intended to stimulate mutual aid in Europe and in the developing countries

* Studies, research and documentation on youth matters

The actions are divided into 4 categories (see detailed programme sheets for each category):

* A. International youth meetings: international youth meetings for youth leaders, including seminars, conferences,

workshops, camps, festivals, etc.

* B. Youth activities other than meetings : studies, research projects and the production of information and

documentation on youth issues

* C. Annual contribution to cover the administrative running costs of international non-governmental youth

organisations and networks

* D. Pilot projects: meetings between young people or activities other than meetings (documentation, research and

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publication):

- to help young people, particularly disadvantaged young people, to deal with the challenges facing them and fulfil

their own aspirations

- to encourage new forms of youth participation and organisation

- to make a contribution to social cohesion

- to adapt and broaden programmes and structures in line with changes in society


Periodicity 1st April or 1st October of each year for coming year's projects.


Category A and B: maximum 66% of the eligible costs; category D: fixed amount 7600 €

Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Jean-Claude LAZARO

30 Rue Pierre de Coubertin

F-67000 Strasbourg

code

France

33 3 88 41 26 85

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89. EUROPEAN YOUTH FOUNDATION - A. YOUTH MEETINGS

Which fund is it? EUROPEAN YOUTH FOUNDATION - A. YOUTH MEETINGS


Duration 2010-2012


Resume Grants for the organisation of international youth meetings or meetings for youth leaders







OBJECTIVES:

* Promote youth co-operation in Europe through international youth meeting, which can take the form of a seminar,

conference, workshop, camp, festival, etc.

PRIORITIES:

Human Rights and democracy, living together in diverse societies, social inclusion of young people.

SELECTION CRITERIA:

The meeting must:

* Make a useful contribution to the objectives and work of the Council of Europe's youth sector

* Be attended, in appropriate proportions, by nationals of at least 7 Member States of the Council of Europe. It may

also include participants from states which are not members of the Council of Europe

* Be likely to have a multiplying effect

* Be run in accordance with the educational principles of the Council of Europe's youth sector and, in particular,

promote education for youth participation as well as intercultural learning

* Be, at least for one-third of its total cost, financed from sources other than the European Youth Foundation (EYF):

participation fees, the applicant organisation's own funds, or other grants

* Be attended by participants of whom at least 75% are under the age of 30

* (As a general rule) be held in one of the Council of Europe's Member States: applicant organisations are required to

justify a choice of venue in a non-member state

ELIGIBLE CANDIDATES:

* An international non-governmental youth organisation or network

* or a local non-governmental youth organisation or network, together with 3 other youth NGOs or one international

youth organisation

* or another type of non-governmental structure involved in youth work, if the activity is organised by and involves

NGOs or networks from at least four different Councils of European Member States

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Periodicity 2 dates for submission: 1st April and 1st October every year.


Up to 66% of the total cost of project.

Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Bente MOLLER POULSEN


F-67000 Strasbourg

code

France

33 3 88 41 32 05

33 3 90 21 49 64

[email protected]




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90. EUROPEAN YOUTH FOUNDATION - B YOUTH ACTIVITIES OTHER THAN

MEETINGS

Which fund is it? EUROPEAN YOUTH FOUNDATION - B YOUTH ACTIVITIES OTHER THAN MEETINGS


Duration 2010-2012


Resume Grants for the production of information and documentation on youth issues





Useful links

http://www.coe.int

http://www.right-to-information.eu

http://www.eurodesk.org


OBJECTIVES:

* Promote the co-operation and mutual understanding between young people in Europe

PRIORITIES:

Human Rights and democracy, living together in diverse societies, social inclusion of young people.


* Specialised publications (such as training manuals)

* Newsletters or magazines produced by international youth organisations or networks

* Information campaigns

* Exhibitions and the production of audio-visual materials,..

* Development of web sites or the production of CD-Rom

* Production of posters, badges and stickers

* Research projects on youth-related issues

* In the same category, the EYF can also grant study visits enabling youth organisations and networks to make new

contacts in Europe and thus extend partnerships and develop co-operation.

ELIGIBLE CANDIDATES:

* An international non-governmental youth organisation or network

* A local non-governmental youth organisation or network, together with 3 others youth NGOs or one international

youth organisation

* Another type of non-governmental structure involved in youth work, if the activity is organised by and involves

NGOs or networks from at least four different Council of Europe member states

http://www.coe.int/

http://www.right-to-information.eu/

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Periodicity 1st of April and 1st of October every year.


Up to 66% of the total cost of the project.

Who is in charge?


Person in charge



F-67000 Strasbourg

code

France

33 3 88 41 32 05

33 3 90 21 49 64

[email protected]




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91. EUROPEAN YOUTH FOUNDATION - C. INTERNATIONAL YOUTH

ORGANISATIONS

Which fund is it? EUROPEAN YOUTH FOUNDATION - C. INTERNATIONAL YOUTH ORGANISATIONS


Duration 2010-2012


Resume Grants for international non-governmental youth organisations and networks


Who can apply? Federations Unions - Development NGOs - Associations



Useful links

http://www.coe.int





* C: Develop a European network structure for international youth organisations which already have an established

European structure or a European secretariat

* C bis: Establish or create a new international youth network for those organisations in the process of setting up a

European structure

The EYF may, for a maximum of three years, grant an annual contribution to cover part of the general administrative

costs involved in establishing a European structure

PRIORITIES:

Themes of the European Youth Campaign

For Diversity, Human Rights and Participation whose priorities are : Youth Promoting Dialogue; Youth promoting

participatory democracy; Youth Celebrating Diversity

ELIGIBLE CANDIDATES C:

* An international non-governmental youth organisation or network involved in youth work that intends to establish a

European structure

* In this case, members joined voluntarily and have branches in at least three but not more than six Councils of

Europe member states, with a minimum of 100 active members in each (members or young people who regularly

attend your activities)

* Moreover, you must have received at least one grant from the EYF for a category A, B or D (granted between 1

January and 1 April) activity in the course of the year in which the application for an administrative grant is made

ELIGIBLE CANDIDATES C bis:

To obtain support for European expansion during 3 years, the organisations and networks must fulfil the same

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conditions, but have branches in at least 3 but not more than 6 Councils of European Member States.


Periodicity Only before the 1st of February.


The European Youth Foundation may, for a maximum of three years, grant an annual contribution to cover part of the

general administrative costs involved in establishing a European structure.

Who is in charge?


Person in charge



F-67000 Strasbourg

code

France

33 3 88 41 32 05

33 3 90 21 49 64





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92. EUROPEAN YOUTH FOUNDATION - D. PILOT PROJECTS

Which fund is it? EUROPEAN YOUTH FOUNDATION - D. PILOT PROJECTS


Duration 2010-2012


Resume Grants for pilot projects concerning youth priorities (social cohesion, exclusion, human

rights,...) Domains concerned Social Affairs - Culture – Media – Citizenship – Youth - Human Rights




Useful links

http://www.coe.int




OBJECTIVES:

* Help young people to find ways of meeting both the challenges and their own aspirations

* Encourage new forms of youth participation and organisation

* Contribute to social cohesion, eg. by combating exclusion and by preventing phenomena specifically affecting

young people

* Adapt and open up programmes and structures to the changes in society

AMONG FINANCED PRIORITIES:

* Projects presented by youth NGOs from Georgia and/or the Russian Federation whose theme is the peaceful

transformation of conflicts

* Projects developing new constructive means of participation, so as to enable youngsters to make their voice heard.

* Projects developing disadvantaged young people access to their social rights

* Projects on reinsertion and reintegration of young delinquents to the society

* Projects on violence prevention

Category D:

The project has notably to:

* Be youth activities (by, with or for young people) and have a European dimension, either by involving more than

one country

* Be innovative activities in terms of methodology for the target group and/or organising body and contribute to youth

participation

* Follow the basic educational principles of the Council of Europe youth sector's work :

Human rights education and intercultural dialogue / Youth participation and democratic citizenship / Social cohesion

and inclusion of young people / Youth policy development

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Category D-HRE:


Periodicity No fixed deadline for submission of proposals for D. Projects must start 3 months after the

grants request. Deadline D-HRE projects: before the 1st February


7600 euro maximum

Who is in charge?

Institution Conseil de l'Europe

Person in charge



F-67000 Strasbourg

code

France

33 3 88 41 32 05

33 3 90 21 49 64

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93. EURYDICE

Which fund is it? EURYDICE

Amount Annual budget: non communicated

Duration 2007-2013


Resume Information network on Education in Europe

Domains concerned Information - Education - Training

Who can apply? Research centres – Schools - Training centres - Administrations States - Agencies Chambers

– Universities - Associations


Useful links http://eacea.ec.europa.eu/education/eurydice/index_en.php


OBJECTIVES:

* To produce and disseminate information on educational systems, reforms, research results and innovations in the

field of education

* To promote activities from the national and European units of the network EURYDICE thus serves to highlight both

the diversity of education systems and their common trends

NETWORK'S ACTIVITIES:

* Preparation of comparative studies on priority themes and analyse tendencies in the field of education

* Collection of qualitative data, production and permanent actualisation of basic information about educational

policies and systems

* Preparation of common reference and study frames aimed at giving the possibility to compare the information

available about the educational systems

* Regular publication of Community statistics and indicators on the educational systems of the participating countries

* Dissemination of information through the intermediary of appropriate canals and networks

* Development of databases favouring the collection, the update and the dissemination of common information about

the educational system

EURYDICE consists of:

* National Units established by education ministries in all participant countries, which:

- Provide and are involved in processing the data on which this activity relies

- Ensure that the output of the Network reaches target groups within their countries

* A European Unit set up by the European Commission in Brussels which

- Coordinates the activity of the Network

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- Drafts and distributes most of its publications

- Designs and administers Eurydice databases and the central website

EU Member States, Liechtenstein, Norway and Iceland as members of the European Economic Area (EEA) and

Turkey can participate at the Eurydice network.


Periodicity Information published by the network is available at any time.


No funding is granted. The network provides information which can be found in publication catalogues and in

databases.

Institution European Unit EURYDICE - EACEA P9

Person in charge

David Hughes

1 Avenue du Bourget

BE-1140 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 2 295 12 46

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94. FISCALIS 2013

Which fund is it? FISCALIS 2013


Duration 2008-2013


Resume Administrative programme to prevent VAT and excise duty fraud intended for tax administrations

Domains

concerned

Public management – Information - Education – Training - Justice – Security - Economy -

Finances

Who can apply? Administrations States


Useful links http://ec.europa.eu/taxation_customs/taxation/tax_cooperation/fiscalis_programme/index_en.htm

http://europa.eu/legislation_summaries/taxation/l11051_en.htm


OBJECTIVES:

* Encourage cooperation among administrations in the Member States

* Encourage a better understanding of Community law and provide the necessary tools to prevent fraud

* Prepare the new common system of VAT addressed to national civil servants

* Develop communication and information exchange systems (manuals and guides)

* Provide training for national officials to familiarise them with the different kinds of fraud

* Develop prevention, detection and investigation methods based on risks analysis

FINANCED ACTIONS through specific programme tools:

* Communication and Information exchange systems

* Exchanges of national civil servants (6 months maximum)

* Seminars in the field of indirect taxation in order to promote an exchange of ideas on particular topics, for officials of

the national administrations, Commission representatives and other experts

- Administrative mutual assistance in the excise field (tobacco and alcohol sector)

- Managing and carrying out Multilateral Controls

- Use of VIES data to combat fraud

- International Sports events - administrative co-operation

- Fight against VAT fraud

- Cooperation between taxation and justice administrations

- Taxation and Control of non-established Traders

* Multilateral control exercises on taxation, involve the collaboration of at least 3 tax administrations simultaneously to

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integrating and co-ordinating their controls of "taxable persons" (multinationals) having indirect tax obligations in each

of the Member States concerned

* Training: a common core of training for national officials, comprising common Community programmes and

participation in each other‟s training activities

The programme is also open to candidate countries and potential candidates Croatia,the Former Yugoslav Republic

of Macedonia, Serbia and Turkey.


Periodicity No specific call - permanent cooperation between European Commission and tax

administrations of Member states.


The programme covers travel and hosting expenses of the exchange programmes.


Person in charge

Nancy PEETERS

Rue de la Loi, 200

B-1049 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 2 296 33 17

32 2 296 19 31






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95. FP7 - EU FRAMEWORK PROGRAMME FOR RESEARCH, TECHNOLOGICAL

DEVELOPMENT AND DEMONSTRATION ACTIVITIES

Which fund is it? FP7 - EU FRAMEWORK PROGRAMME FOR RESEARCH, TECHNOLOGICAL

DEVELOPMENT AND DEMONSTRATION ACTIVITIES


Duration 2007-2013


Resume 7th Framework Programme for Research and Technology (2007-2013) aiming at better

exploiting research capacities in Europe and transforming scientific results into new products,

processes and services.

Domains concerned Research - Agriculture – Fisheries – Transport – Health – Energy – Environment – Industry –

Innovation - New technologies

Who can apply? Research centres – Corporations - Administrations States - Agencies Chambers – SMEs –

Universities - International Organisation

Regions European Union - Candidate countries - European Economic Area – Switzerland – Worldwide

- Balkans


http://cordis.europa.eu


FP7 is made up of 4 sub-programmes:

* 1. COOPERATION Programme - 32.36 billion €: Supporting the whole range of research actions carried out in

transnational cooperation in the following thematic areas:

-Health

-Food, Agriculture and Biotechnology

-Information and Communication Technologies

-Nanosciences, Nanotechnologies, Materials and new Production Technologies

-Energy

-Environment (including Climate Change)

-Transport (including Aeronautics)

-Socio-economic Sciences and Humanities

-Security

-Space

* 2. IDEAS Programme - 7.46 billion €: Supporting investigator-driven research carried out across all fields by

individual teams in competition at the European level. Projects will be funded on the basis of proposals presented by

researchers on subjects of their choice and evaluated on the sole criterion of excellence as judged by peer review

* 3. PEOPLE Programme - 4,728 billion €: Strengthening, quantitatively and qualitatively, the human potential in

research and technology in Europe through “Marie Curie” actions from initial research training to life long learning

and career development, partnerships between industry and universities

* 4. CAPACITIES Programme - 4.217 billion €: Develop research capacities throughout Europe:

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-Support to research infrastructures

-Research for the benefit of SMEs

-Regional research-driven clusters (Regions of Knowledge)

-Development of a full research potential in the EU‟s convergence and outermost regions

-Science in Society issues

-Support to the coherent development of research policies

-Horizontal activities of international cooperation

* Non nuclear actions of the Joint Research Centre 1,83 billion €

Projects are implemented according to different types of contracts, called Funding schemes (see EUROFUNDING

sheet FP7 - FUNDING SCHEMES):

* Collaborative Projects, Networks of Excellence, Coordination and Support actions, Individual projects, Marie Curie

Actions, SME measures, loans within the RSFF instrument...

Non-EU countries associated to FP7: Candidate countries (Croatia, Macedonia, Iceland, Turkey), EFTA members

(Norway, Switzerland, Liechtenstein), Albania, Serbia, Montenegro, Israel.


Periodicity More than 50 Calls are published all year long.


Maximum funding rates vary between 50% and 100% of the eligible projects' costs according to the project's

activities and the beneficiary's legal.

Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Commission europ

Rue de la Loi, 200

B-1049 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 2 299 11 11

[email protected]




www.eufunds.info


96. FP7 - FUNDING SCHEMES

Which fund is it? FP7 - FUNDING SCHEMES


Duration 2007-2013


Resume The funding schemes (or instruments) of the 7th Framework programme of Research and

Development will be used to implement different types of projects and actions falling under

the whole set of thematic and specific FP7 programmes

Domains concerned Research – Industry – Innovation - Services - New technologies - SME Policy

Who can apply? Research centres - Corporations - Training centres - Federations Unions - Administrations

States - SMEs - Universities – Associations

Regions European Union - Candidate countries - European Economic Area - Switzerland- Balkans

Useful links http://ec.europa.eu/research/fp7/understanding/fp7inbrief/funding-schemes_en.html

http://cordis.europa.eu/fp7/what_en.html


* COLLABORATIVE RESEARCH (CP)

Support to research projects carried out by consortia with participants from different countries (minimum 3 different

countries, average 6-10 partners), aiming at developing new knowledge, new technology, products, demonstration

activities or common resources for research.

The size, scope and internal organisation of projects can vary from field to field and from topic to topic.

2 types of projects are to be financed with financing rate of 50 to 75% of the eligible costs:

- Small or medium-scale research actions (ex-STREP)

- Large-scale research projects (ex-IP)

* NETWORKS OF EXCELLENCE (NoE)

Support to a Joint Programme of Activities JPA implemented by a number of research organisations integrating their

activities in a given field, carried out by research teams in the framework of longer term cooperation. The

implementation of this Joint Programme of Activities will require a formal commitment from the organisations

integrating part of their resources and their activities.

Grant for integration: lump sum of 23500€ per researcher/per year

* COORDINATION AND SUPPORT ACTIONS (CSA)

financing rate of 100% of the eligible costs

Support to activities aimed at coordinating or supporting research activities and policies (networking, exchanges,

trans-national access to research infrastructures, studies, conferences, etc).

* RESEARCH FOR SMEs

Targets mainly low to medium technology SMEs with little or no research capability, but also research intensive

SMEs who need to outsource research to complement their core research capability.

* Research for SME ASSOCIATIONS

Targets SME associations which are normally best placed to know or identify the common technical problems of their

members, to act on their behalf, and to promote the effective dissemination and take-up of the results.

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* FUNDING SCHEMES FOR INDIVUDUAL PROJECTS OF THE EUROPEAN RESEARCH COUNCIL (ERC):

1 ERC Starting Independent Grants (StG)

2 ERC Advanced Investigator Grants (AdG)

* MARIE CURIE ACTIONS (Human resources) Individual fellowships for research careers

* LOANS UNDER THE RSFF INITIATIVE


Periodicity Most programmes are implemented through calls for proposals except Coordination and

Support actions (some calls for tenders).


RTD activities: maximum 50% of eligible costs (75% for SMEs, public organisations, education and research

organisations). Demonstration activities: max. 50%. Other activities up to 100% of the eligible costs.

Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Leonidas KARAPIPERIS

Rue de la Loi, 200

B-1049 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 2 295 32 43

[email protected]




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97. FP7 – CAPACITIES

Which fund is it? FP7 – CAPACITIES


Duration 2007-2013


Resume Specific programme for projects that enhance research and innovation capacities and support

the coherent development of research policies.

Domains concerned Research - Transport - Environment - Industry - Innovation - New technologies -

Telecommunications - Economy – Finances - SME Policy


Chambers - SMEs - Universities - International Organisation

Regions European Union - Candidate countries - European Economic Area - Switzerland - Worldwide

– Balkans

Useful links http://ec.europa.eu/research/fp7/index_en.cfm?pg=capacities

http://cordis.europa.eu/fp7/capacities/


OBJECTIVES:

* Optimising the use and development of research infrastructures

* Strengthening innovative capacities of SMEs and their ability to benefit from research

* Supporting the development of regional research-driven clusters

* Unlocking the research potential in the EU´s convergence and outermost regions

* Bringing science and society closer together for the harmonious integration of science and technology in European

society

* Horizontal actions and measures in support of international cooperation

THEMES AND FINANCED ACTIONS:

1 Research infrastructures - 1.850 billion €:

* Optimising the utilisation of existing research infrastructures and improving their performance

* Foster the development of new research infrastructures

* Support measures, including support to emerging needs

2 Research for the benefit of small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs) - 1.366 billion €

3 Regions of knowledge - 126 million €:

* Analysis, development and implementation of research agendas

* “Mentoring” of regions with a less developed research profile by highly developed ones

* Initiatives to improve integration of research actors and institutions in regional economies

4 Research potential - 370 million €:

* Exchange know-how and experience through trans-national two-way secondments of research staff between the

selected centres in the qualifying regions

5 Science in society - 280 million €:

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* Encourage a societal dialogue on research policy

6 Support to the coherent development of research policies - 70 million €

7 Horizontal activities of international cooperation - 185 million €

* Regional priority setting and definition of S&T Cooperation policies

* Supporting the coordination of national policies and activities


Periodicity Each research area publishes one or two calls per year


Co financing must be found. The maximum rate of financing is depending on the activity you implement: training,

RTD, coordination activities, dissemination...

Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Research Enquiry Service

Rue de la Loi, 200

B-1049 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 2 299 11 11

http://ec.europa.eu/research/index.cfm?pg=enquiries

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98. FP7 - CAPACITIES - 1 RESEARCH INFRASTRUCTURES

Which fund is it? FP7 - CAPACITIES - 1 RESEARCH INFRASTRUCTURES

Amount 2011 budget: 247 million euro

Duration 2007-2013


Resume Grants for projects supporting European research infrastructures to ensure wider access to

the existing infrastructures and support investment in new facilities Domains concerned Research - Local development

Who can apply? Research centres - Corporations - Universities - International Organisation

Regions European Union - Candidate countries - European Economic Area - Switzerland – Balkans

Useful links

http://ec.europa.eu/research/fp7/index_en.cfm?pg=infra

http://cordis.europa.eu/fp7/capacities/research-infrastructures_en.html

http://ec.europa.eu/research/infrastructures/pdf/n_wp_201001_en.pdf


OBJECTIVES:

* Optimising the use and development of the best research infrastructures existing in Europe

* Helping to create new research infrastructures of pan-European interest needed by the European

scientific community to remain at the forefront of the advancement of research, and able to help industry to

strengthen its base of knowledge and its technological know-how

FINANCED ACTIONS:

1. Support to existing research infrastructures (60% of funds)

* Integrating activities to enable wider transnational access to, and better use of, infrastructures existing in Europe,

irrespective of location, for European researchers to use the best research infrastructures

* "e-Infrastructures": improving electronic research infrastructures, the development of high-capacity and

performance communication, grid and high-end computing capabilities to create virtual communities

2. Support to new research infrastructures of pan-European interest, based on the European Strategy Forum on

Research Infrastructures (ESFRI) .(33% of funds)

2.1 * Design studies for new research infrastructures by funding exploratory awards and feasibility studies (via calls

for proposals)

2.2 Support to construction of New Infrastructures (this support addresses infrastructures from the Commission's

ESFRI list)

* Stage 1: Support during the preparatory phase: support can cover the finalisation of detailed construction plans, the

legal organisation, management and multi-annual planning

The Commission will also act as a facilitator, especially in financial engineering mechanisms for the construction

phase.

* Stage 2: Support during the construction phase: Support for the implementation of the construction plans developed

during and before the previous phase can be provided to projects which are in critical need of support

http://ec.europa.eu/research/fp7/index_en.cfm?pg=infra

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3. Support measures, including support to emerging needs.(7% of funds)

* Stimulating the coordination of national programmes, supporting analysis of emerging needs, supporting the work of

ESFRI and eIRG.


Periodicity Calls are published once or twice a year.


The maximum rate of financing is depending on the activity you implement: coordination, exploratory awards,

feasibility studies...

Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Herv

Rue de la Loi, 200

B-1049 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 2 296 12 32

[email protected]




www.eufunds.info


99. FP7 - CAPACITIES - 2 RESEARCH FOR THE BENEFIT OF SMES

Which fund is it? FP7 - CAPACITIES - 2 RESEARCH FOR THE BENEFIT OF SMES


Duration 2007-2013


Resume Grants for projects supporting small enterprises to increase their knowledge, research and

innovation capacity Domains concerned Research - Innovation - New technologies - SME Policy

Who can apply? Research centres - Federations Unions - Agencies Chambers - SMEs - Universities -

International Organisation


Useful links http://ec.europa.eu/research/fp7/index_en.cfm?pg=sme

http://cordis.europa.eu/fp7/capacities/research-sme_en.html


OBJECTIVES:

* Strengthening the innovation capacity of European small and medium-sized, low to medium tech, enterprises and

their contribution to the development of new technology based products and markets

* Helping SMEs to outsource research, increase their own research efforts, extend their networks, better exploit

research results and acquire technological know-how

FINANCED ACTIONS:

Research and development activities in cooperation with qualified public or private research performers (universities,

institutes of technology, industry, SMEs). There is no restriction in terms of research topics (bottom-up approach),

provided the research meets the needs of the SMEs involved and has clear potential for exploitation.

FUNDING SCHEMES:

* Research for SMEs : support to small groups of innovative research SMEs (in average 6-10 partners) to solve

common technological problems. Projects are relatively short term, and centred on the innovation needs of the SMEs

which outsource research to RTD performers.

* Research for SME associations : support SME associations to develop technical solutions to problems common to

a large number of SMEs in specific industrial sectors or segments of the value chain through research needed, for

example, to develop or conform to European norms and standards (in average 10-15 partners)

* Demonstration actions : market studies, business plans, market strategies in the form of collaborative projects

SELECTION CRITERIA:

* PARTNERSHIP: at least 3 SMEs or 3 SME associations from different countries and 2 RTD performers.

* In addition to research, projects should include activities to promote the take-up and effective exploitation of the

research results, such as, testing, demonstration, training, technology transfer, knowledge management and IPR

protection.

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* The Commission is in favour of increased participation of public r&d centres. Research intensive SMEs may

participate as providers of research services or to outsource research to complement their core research capability.


Periodicity Calls are published once to 2 times a year.


Global SME project budget is situated between 0,5 and 1,5 million euro. Global SME association project budget is

situated between 1,5 and 4 million euro.

Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Fernando TRABADA CRENDE

Rue de la Loi, 200

B-1049 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 2 296 65 58

[email protected]




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100. FP7 - CAPACITIES - 3 REGIONS OF KNOWLEDGE

Which fund is it? FP7 - CAPACITIES - 3 REGIONS OF KNOWLEDGE

Amount 2011 budget: 18.8 million euro

Duration 2007-2013


Resume Grants for projects supporting the development, across Europe, of regional “research-driven

clusters” associating most research operators. Domains concerned Research - Local development

Who can apply? Research centres - Local and Regional authorities - Corporations - Agencies Chambers -

SMEs - Universities - International Organisation


Useful links http://ec.europa.eu/research/fp7/index_en.cfm?pg=know

http://cordis.europa.eu/fp7/capacities/regions-knowledge_en.html


OBJECTIVES:

* Strengthening the research potential of European regions, in particular by encouraging and supporting the

development, across Europe, of regional “research-driven clusters” associating universities, research centres,

enterprises and regional authorities

* Supporting the definition and implementation of optimal policies and strategies for the development of R&D driven

clusters

* Improving regional research agendas through mutual learning; promoting and strengthening cooperation between

clusters

PRIORITIES:

The programme will concentrate on the development of transnational cooperation between regional research-driven

clusters, by covering the following activities:

• Analysis, development and implementation of research agendas

• Mentoring of regions with a less developed research profile by highly developed ones

• Initiatives to improve integration of research actors and institutions in regional economies

FINANCED ACTIONS:

* Analysis, development and implementation of research agendas of regional clusters and cooperation between them

* Mentoring of regions with a less developed research profile by highly developed ones based on R&D focused

cluster building

* Initiatives to improve integration of research actors and institutions in regional economies, through their interactions

at cluster level

* Activities to promote systematic mutual information exchange as well as interactions between similar projects of

other relevant Community programmes (e.g. analysis and synthesis workshops, round tables, publications)

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PARTNERSHIP:

Projects would normally involve regional authorities, regional development agencies, universities, research centres,

and industry as well as where appropriate technology transfer, financial or civil society organisations.


Periodicity Calls are published once or several times a year.


Maximum amount: between 1 and 3 million euro; maximum funding rate: 100% of the eligible project costs.

Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Olivier BRUNET

Rue de la Loi, 200

B-1049 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 2 295 10 61

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101. FP7 - CAPACITIES - 4 RESEARCH POTENTIAL CONVERGENCE

REGIONS

Which fund is it? FP7 - CAPACITIES - 4 RESEARCH POTENTIAL CONVERGENCE REGIONS


Duration 2007-2013


Resume Grants to stimulate researchers' mobility and support the acquisition and development of

research equipment, thus helping Convergence Regions Domains concerned Research - Local development

Who can apply? Research centres - Local and Regional authorities - Schools - Corporations - Training centres

- Agencies Chambers - SMEs - Universities - International Organisation


Useful links http://ec.europa.eu/research/fp7/index_en.cfm?pg=potential

http://cordis.europa.eu/fp7/capacities/convergence-regions_en.html


OBJECTIVES:

* Stimulating the realisation of the full research potential of the enlarged EU by unlocking and developing the

research potential existing or emerging excellence in the EU‟s convergence regions and outermost regions

* Helping to strengthen the capacities of their researchers to successfully participate in research activities at EU level

FINANCED ACTIONS:

* Transnational two-way secondments of research staff in the convergence regions for the exchange of know-how

and experience between "Convergence" regions and one or more other regions

* Recruitment by the selected centres of incoming experienced researchers for involvement in transfer of knowledge

and/or in the training of researchers

* Acquisition and development of research equipment and the development of a material environment for the

exploitation of the intellectual potential in the convergence regions

* Organisation of workshops and conferences to facilitate knowledge transfer

* Promotional activities as well as initiatives aiming at disseminating and transferring

research results in other countries and international markets

* Dissemination and promotion to make "Convergence" regions centres and their activities better known

* "Evaluation facilities" for research centres in the Convergence Regions in order to obtain an international

independent expert evaluation of their research quality and infrastructures


Periodicity One or several calls are published every year, according to the focus regions.


Maximum amount: 4 million euro; 1 million euro in case of international cooperation actions; maximum funding rate:

100% of the eligible project costs.

http://ec.europa.eu/research/fp7/index_en.cfm?pg=potential

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Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Maria KAYAMANIDOU

Rue de la Loi, 200

B-1049 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 2 295 83 89

[email protected]




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102. FP7 - CAPACITIES - 5 SCIENCE IN SOCIETY

Which fund is it? FP7 - CAPACITIES - 5 SCIENCE IN SOCIETY


Duration 2007-2013


Resume Grants for projects supporting the development, of Europe's capacity to create, exploit and

disseminate knowledge and thereby to innovate Domains concerned Social Affairs - Research - Culture – Media - Youth

Who can apply? Research centres - Corporations - Administrations States - SMEs - Universities - International

Organisation


Useful links http://ec.europa.eu/research/fp7/index_en.cfm?pg=society

http://cordis.europa.eu/fp7/sis/home_en.html


OBJECTIVES:

* Stimulate a harmonious integration of scientific and technological endeavour and associated research policies in

the European social structure

* Encourage a Europe-wide reflection and debate on science and technology and their relation with society and

culture

* Focus on the development of a set of conditions by which such a conducive environment becomes the norm rather

than the exception in Europe

PRIORITY RESEARCH AREAS:

* Better understanding of the place of science and technology in society; ethics committees

* Broader engagement to anticipate and clarify political, societal and ethical issues

* Strengthening and improving the European science system: governance

* The evolving role of universities: CREST working groups

* Gender and research: strengthening the role of women in scientific research; gender dimension of research;

mainstreaming gender in EU research policy and programmes

* Young people and science : Supporting formal and informal science education in schools

* Science and society communicate: Training actions to bridge the gap between the media and the scientific

community; promotion of science by audio-visual means

* International dimension of research on science education

Implementation of the programme through:

* Policy-related actions and thematic research supported

* Cooperation between Member States, identifying common goals, and reinforcing national practices, in the spirit of

the open method of coordination

* Promoting, supporting and monitoring the uptake and impact of „Science in Society‟ issues in other parts of the

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Framework Programme


Periodicity Calls are published once or twice a year.


Maximum amount: depending on the project's type (between €300000 and €1 million max). Maximum funding rates

vary between 50% and 100% of the eligible project costs according to the RTD activity and to the legal status of the

beneficiary.

Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Gilles LAROCHE

Rue de la Loi, 200

B-1049 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 2 299 11 22

[email protected]




www.eufunds.info


103. FP7 - CAPACITIES - 6 COHERENT DEVELOPMENT OF RESEARCH

POLICIES

Which fund is it? FP7 - CAPACITIES - 6 COHERENT DEVELOPMENT OF RESEARCH POLICIES


Duration 2007-2013


Resume Grants for projects supporting the coherent development of research policies in the respect of

EU principles Domains concerned Research - Public management - Industry – Innovation




Useful links http://ec.europa.eu/research/fp7/index_en.cfm?pg=policy

http://cordis.europa.eu/fp7/capacities/research-policies_en.html


OBJECTIVES:

This sub-action watches at the respect of the EU principles in all developments of research policy:

* Sustainable development and gender equality will be duly taken into account

* Considerations of the ethical, social, legal and wider cultural aspects of the research to be undertaken and its

potential applications

* Socio-economic impacts of scientific and technological development and foresight

* Coordination actions with non EU research programmes (EUREKA) with the use of ERA-NET scheme

FINANCED ACTIONS:

* Monitoring and analysis of research-related public policies and industrial strategies to provide information and

analyses in support of the design, implementation, evaluation and trans-national coordination of public policies:

- Information and intelligence service (ERAWATCH) to support evidence-based research policy-making and

understand the evolution of national and regional research policies and services

- Industrial research investment monitoring activity to provide a self-consistent and complementary source of

information to help steer public policy and to allow firms to benchmark their R&D investment strategies

- Development and analysis of indicators on research activity and its impact on the economy (publication of national

and regional science and technology key figures and scoreboards)

* Strengthening the coordination of research policies, mainly via transnational cooperation initiatives undertaken at

national or regional level on issues of common interest:

- Implementation of the open method of coordination (OMC)

- Bottom-up initiatives undertaken by several countries and regions, involving other stakeholders (including industry,

European organisations and civil society organisations).


http://ec.europa.eu/research/fp7/index_en.cfm?pg=policy

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Periodicity No calls for projects open in 2011, only calls for tenders.


In 2011, funding will only be provided through public procurement, expert contracts, or grants to named benefiaries.

No calls for projects.

Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Marc VAN ACHTER

Rue de la Loi, 200

B-1049 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 2 296 41 41

[email protected]




www.eufunds.info


104. FP7 - CAPACITIES - INCO-NET

Which fund is it? FP7 - CAPACITIES - INCO-NET

Amount Annual Budget: 7 million euro

Duration 2007-2013


Resume INCO-NETs are platforms bringing together policy makers and stakeholders of target regions

to facilitate international research collaboration Domains concerned Research - Public management - Innovation - New technologies - Co-op & Development

Who can apply? Administrations States - Agencies Chambers

Regions European Union - Latin America - Candidate countries - Mediterranean countries - Central

America - Balkans

Useful links http://ec.europa.eu/research/fp7/index_en.cfm?pg=inco

http://cordis.europa.eu/fp7/capacities/international-cooperation_en.html


OBJECTIVES:

* Establish a dialogue to identify S&T priorities of common research areas of mutual interest and benefit

* Facilitate the uptake and use of common identified research areas and the monitoring of performance and impacts

of international S&T cooperation across the specific Programmes of FP7

* Implement specific activities to promote and contribute to the participation of the targeted regions/countries in FP7.


* Bi-regional coordination of S&T cooperation including priority setting and definition of S&T cooperation policies.

Each platform defines its own activities

TARGET REGIONS:

* EECA S&T International Cooperation Network for Eastern European and Central Asian Countries

* IncoNet CA/SC cooperation between the EU and Central Asia/South Caucasus

* CAAST-NET Coordination and Advancement of Sub-Saharan Africa-EU Science & Technology Cooperation

* EULARINET's bi-regional dialogue on S&T between EU Member States (MS), Associated States (AS) and Latin

American Partner Countries (LAPC)

* EUCARINET Fostering European Union - Caribbean Research and Innovation Networks

* ENLACE Enhancing Scientific Cooperation between the European Union and Central America

* INCONET-GCC Science and Technology International Cooperation Network for Gulf Cooperation Countries

* PACE-Net Pacific - EU Network for science and Technology

* EA-EU-NET Facilitating the Bi-Regional EU-ASEAN Science and Technology Dialog

* WBC-INCO.NET Western Balkan Countries INCO-NET


Periodicity Participation in calls and events can be requested at the individual INCO-NET networks.


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The Networks are financed with a CSA contract (100% of coordination costs).

Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Philippe FROISSARD

Rue de la Loi, 200

B-1049 Bruxelles

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105. FP7 – COOPERATION

Which fund is it? FP7 – COOPERATION


Duration 2007-2013


Resume Specific support programme covering collaborative research projects in preselected areas of

research and technological development, which are of strategic importance for the EU.

Domains concerned Research - Transport - Health - Industry - Innovation - New technologies -

Telecommunications - SME Policy - Tourism


Chambers - SMEs - Universities - Associations - International Organisation


- Balkans

Useful links http://ec.europa.eu/research/fp7/index_en.cfm?pg=cooperation

http://cordis.europa.eu/fp7/cooperation/home_en.html


OBJECTIVES:

* Gain leadership in key scientific and technological areas by supporting cooperation between universities, industry,

research centres and public authorities across the EU

RESEACH AREAS:

1. Health: * Biotechnology, generic tools and technologies for human health, * Integrating biological data and

processes: large-scale data gathering, systems biology, * Research on the brain and related diseases, human

development and ageing, * Translational research in major infectious diseases, * Optimising the delivery of health

care to European citizens

2. Food, Agriculture and Biotechnology: * Sustainable production and management of biological resources from land,

forest and aquatic environments, * Fork to farm: Food, health and well being

3. Information and Communication Technologies: * ICT Technology Pillars: * Nano-electronics, photonics, embedded

systems, * Integration of technologies in personal environments, home environments, * ICT meeting societal

challenges: ICT content, ICT supporting businesses

4. Nanosciences, Nanotechnologies, Materials and new Production Technologies

5. Energy: * Hydrogen and fuel cells, * Renewable electricity generation, * Renewable fuel production, cooling and

heating, * Clean coal technologies

6. Environment (including Climate Change): * Conservation and sustainable management of natural and man-made

resources, * Evolution of marine environments

7. Transport (including Aeronautics)

8. Socio-economic Sciences and Humanities

9. Security

10. Space

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Cross-cutting issues are present within each thematic programme:

* Emerging needs and unexpected political needs

* International cooperation via the participation of researchers/research institutions from third countries

* SME participation


* Collaborative projects, Networks of Excellence, Coordination/support actions

* Training and individual projects

* Emerging needs: through specific support for research proposals

Associated countries to FP7, beyond the EU are: Candidate countries (Croatia, Macedonia, Iceland and Turkey),

EFTA members (Norway, Switzerland, Liechtenstein) and Albania, Montenegro, Serbia, Israel. Certain calls will allow

participation of third countries (Africa, Asia).


Periodicity Every research area publishes one or two calls a year.


Cofinancing must be found. The maximum rate of financing is depending on the activity you set up: training, RTD,

coordination activities or dissemination.

Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Rue de la Loi, 200

B-1049 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

[email protected]




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106. FP7 - COOPERATION - 1 HEALTH

Which fund is it? FP7 - COOPERATION - 1 HEALTH


Duration 2007-2013


Resume Grants for research projects concerning sustainable management, production and use of

biological resources, through life sciences and biotechnology Domains concerned Research - Agriculture – Fisheries - Health - Environment




– Balkans

Useful links http://ec.europa.eu/research/fp7/index_en.cfm?pg=food

http://cordis.europa.eu/fp7/kbbe/home_en.html


OBJECTIVES:

* Improving the health of European citizens

* Increasing the competitiveness of European health-related industries and businesses, while addressing global

health issues including emerging epidemics


1. Biotechnology, generic tools and technologies for human health:

* High-throughput research: to develop new research tools for modern biology that will enhance significantly data

generation and improve data and specimen (bio banks) standardisation, acquisition and analysis

* Detection, diagnosis and monitoring: to develop visualisation, imaging, detection and analytical tools and

technologies for biomedical research, for prediction, diagnosis, monitoring and prognosis of diseases

* Predicting suitability, safety and efficacy of therapies: to develop the parameters, tools, methods and standards

needed for bringing to the patient safe and effective new biomedicines

* Innovative therapeutic approaches and interventions: further developments in advanced therapies and

technologies, regeneration medicine, bio compatible material sand cells

2. Translating research for human health

* Integrating biological data and processes: large-scale data gathering, systems biology

* Research on the brain and related diseases, human development and ageing

* Translational research in major infectious diseases: to confront major threats to public health: Anti-microbial drug

resistance; HIV/AIDS, malaria and tuberculosis; Emerging epidemics

* Translational research in other major diseases: Cancer; Cardiovascular disease; Diabetes and obesity,

Neurological disease

3. Optimising the delivery of health care to European citizens

* Translating clinical research into clinical practice including better use of medicines, appropriate use of behavioural

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and organisational interventions and health therapies

* Quality, solidarity and sustainability of health systems

* Enhanced health promotion and disease prevention: to provide evidence for the best public health measures in

terms of life styles

4. Other actions: Responding to emerging needs and unforeseen policy needs; International cooperation actions.


Periodicity Calls are published once to twice a year.


Maximum 30 million € per project. Maximum funding rates varies between 50% and 100% of the eligible projects

costs according to the RTD activity and to the legal status of beneficiaries.

Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Stephane HOGAN

Rue de la Loi, 200

B-1049 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 2 296 29 65

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107. FP7 - COOPERATION - 3.1 INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION

TECHNOLOGIES

Which fund is it? FP7 - COOPERATION - 3.1 INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGIES

Amount 2011 budget: 1.170 billion euro

Duration 2007-2013


Resume Grants for research projects to develop products, services and process for citizens,

businesses, industry and governments through the use of ICTs

Domains concerned Research - Industry - Innovation - New technologies – Telecommunications




Useful links http://cordis.europa.eu/fp7/ict/


OBJECTIVES:

* Improve the competitiveness of European industry and enable Europe to master and shape the future

developments of Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) so that they meet the demands and needs of

citizens and businesses in 3 ways:

- by productivity and innovation, facilitating creativity and management

- by modernisation of public services, such as health, education and transport

- by advances in science and technology, by supporting cooperation and access to information

PRIORITY AREAS:

1. Innovative technology pillars:

* Nano-electronics, photonics and integrated micro/nano-systems

* Ubiquitous and unlimited capacity communication networks

* Embedded systems, computing and control: powerful, secure and distributed, reliable and efficient computing,

storage and communication systems and products that are embedded in objects and physical infrastructures and that

can sense, control and adapt to their environment; interoperability of discrete and continuous systems

* Software, grids, security and dependability technologies, tools and methods for dynamic and trusted software,

architectures and middle ware systems

* Knowledge, cognitive and learning systems

* Simulation, visualisation, interaction and mixed realities: tools for innovative design and creativity in products,

services and digital media, and for natural, language-enabled and context-rich interaction and communication

* New perspectives in ICT drawing on other science and technology disciplines, including insights from mathematics

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and physics, biotechnologies, materials and life-sciences, for miniaturisation of ICT devices, new computing and

communication sciences, fully eco-compatible ICT devices

* Future and Emerging Technologies will attract and foster trans-disciplinary research excellence in emerging ICT-

related research domains: new miniaturisation and computing frontiers; exploring new concepts of and experimenting

with intelligent systems for new personalised products and services.

FUNDING SCHEMES that shall be used for these research areas:

* Collaborative projects (CP)

* Networks of Excellence (NoE)

* Coordination and Support actions (CSA)


Periodicity Several calls are published every year based on an annual work programme.


Funding rates vary between 50% and 100% of the eligible projects costs according to the RTD activity and to the

legal status of beneficiaries.


Person in charge

ICT Information Desk

Rue de la Loi, 200

B-1049 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 2 296 85 96

[email protected]




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108. FP7 - COOPERATION - 3.2 INFORMATION AND

COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGIES

Which fund is it? FP7 - COOPERATION - 3.2 INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGIES

Amount 2011 budget: 1.170 billion euro

Duration 2007-2013


Resume Grants for research projects to develop products, services and process for citizens,

businesses, industry and governments through the use of ICTs

Domains concerned Research - Industry - Innovation - New technologies – Telecommunications


Agencies Chambers - SMEs - Universities - Associations - International Organisation


Useful links http://cordis.europa.eu/fp7/ict/


The global budget for the 2007-2013 period is 9.11 billion euro

PRIORITY AREAS:

* reinforce Europe's presence in the basic ICT technologies and infrastructures

- Challenge 1: pervasive and trusted network and service infrastructures

- Challenge 2: cognitive systems and robotics

- Challenge 3: alternative paths to components and systems

- Challenge 4: technologies for digital content and languages

* reinforce ICT contribution to Europe's major socio-economic challenges

- Challenge 5: ICT for health, ageing well, inclusion and governance

- Challenge 6: ICT for a lower carbon economy

- Challenge 7: ICT for manufacturing & factories of the future

- Challenge 8: ICT for learning and access to cultural resources

* strengthen support to Future and Emerging Technologies (FET)

* reinforce and focus support to international cooperation

* Ensuring more efficient, higher quality public services through Pre-Commercial Procurement (PCP) in ICT

* Contribution to the general activities of the Cooperation Specific Programme

* ICT research for a more sustainable and energy efficient economic growth

* Involving SMEs and users and feeding innovation

* Contributing to European and global standards

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* Collaborative projects (CP)

* Networks of Excellence (NoE)

* Coordination and Support actions (CSA) (see Eurofunding sheet "FUNDING SCHEMES




Funding rates vary between 50% and 100% of the eligible projects costs according to the RTD activity and to the

legal status of beneficiaries.


Person in charge

IST Information Desk

Rue de la Loi, 200

B-1049 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 2 296 85 96

[email protected]




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109. FP7 - COOPERATION - 4 NANOSCIENCES, NANOTECHNOLOGIES,

MATERIAL AND NEW

Which fund is it? FP7 - COOPERATION - 4 NANOSCIENCES, NANOTECHNOLOGIES, MATERIAL AND

NEW


Duration 2007-2013


Resume Grants for research projects on integration of nanotechnologies and new production methods

for industrial transformation Domains concerned Research - Energy - Industry – Innovation




Useful links http://ec.europa.eu/research/fp7/index_en.cfm?pg=nano

http://cordis.europa.eu/fp7/cooperation/nanotechnology_en.html


OBJECTIVES:

* Building a European Knowledge Based Bio-Economy by bringing together science, industry and other stakeholders,

by exploiting new and emerging research opportunities that address social environmental and economic challenges:

the growing demand for safer, healthier and higher quality food and for sustainable use and production of renewable

bio resources...

AMONG THE PRIORITY AREAS:

1. Sustainable production and management of biological resources from land, forest and aquatic environments

* Research on the key long term drivers of sustainable production and management of biological resources (micro-

organisms, plants and animals)

* Increased sustainability and competitiveness, while decreasing environmental impacts, in agriculture, forestry,

fisheries and aquaculture through the development of new technologies, equipment, monitoring systems, novel

plants and production systems

* Optimised animal health, production and welfare, across agriculture, fisheries and aquaculture, inter alia through

the exploitation of genetic knowledge, new breeding methods, improved understanding of animal physiology

2. Fork to farm: Food, health and well being

* Understanding consumer behaviour as a major factor in the competitiveness of the food industry and the impact of

food on the health

* Understanding dietary factors and habits as a major controllable factor in the development and reduction of

occurrence of diet-related diseases and disorders

* Optimising innovation in the European food industry through the integration of advanced technologies into

traditional food production, key process technologies to enhance the functionality of food, the development and

demonstration of high-tech, eco-efficient processing and packaging

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3. Life sciences and biotechnology for sustainable non-food products and processes

* Strengthening the knowledge base and developing advanced technologies for terrestrial or marine biomass

production for applications in energy and industry


Periodicity One or several calls are published every year based on an annual work programme..


Maximum funding rates varies between 50% and 100% of the eligible projects costs according to the RTD activity

and to the legal status of beneficiaries.

Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Antonio di GIULIO

Rue de la Loi, 200

B-1049 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

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110. FP7 - COOPERATION - 5 ENERGY

Which fund is it? FP7 - COOPERATION - 5 ENERGY


Duration 2007-2013


Resume Grants for research projects that focus on the development of cost-effective technologies for

a more sustainable energy economy for Europe Domains concerned Research – Energy




Useful links http://ec.europa.eu/research/fp7/index_en.cfm?pg=energy

http://cordis.europa.eu/fp7/energy/home_en.html


OBJECTIVES:

* Improve the competitiveness of European industry and generate knowledge to ensure its transformation from a

resource-intensive to a knowledge-intensive industry, by generating step changes in knowledge and implementing

decisive knowledge for new applications at the crossroads between different technologies and disciplines

PRIORITY AREAS:

1. Nanosciences and nanotechnologies

The objective is to create materials and systems with pre-defined properties and behaviour, based on increased

knowledge and experience with matter at the nano scale

* New knowledge on the interactions of atoms, molecules and their aggregations with both natural and artificial

entities

* Relevant instruments, tools, pilot lines and demonstration activities required for highly novel approaches to

nanotechnology-based manufacturing

2. Materials

* New knowledge-based materials with tailored properties

* New advanced materials obtained using the potential of nanotechnologies and biotechnologies and/or “learning

from nature”, in particular higher performance nano-materials, bio-materials and hybrid materials

* Materials characterisation, design and simulation are also essential to better understand materials phenomena

3. New Production Technologies

* Development and validation of new industrial models and strategies covering all aspects of product and process

life-cycle

* Adaptive production systems that overcome existing process limitations and enable new manufacturing and

processing methods

* Networked production to develop tools and methods for cooperative operations

4. Integration of technologies for industrial applications

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* New applications and novel, step-change solutions responding to major challenges, as well as to the RTD needs

identified by the different European Technology Platforms


Periodicity Several calls every year.




Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Christos TOKAMANIS

Rue de la Loi, 200

B-1049 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 2 298 61 50

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111. FP7 - COOPERATION - 6 ENVIRONMENT

Which fund is it? FP7 - COOPERATION - 6 ENVIRONMENT

Amount 2011 Budget: 255 million euro

Duration 2007-2013


Resume Grants for research projects about climate change, pressure from growing human activity and

prevention of risks on environment and health Domains concerned Research – Environment




Useful links http://ec.europa.eu/research/fp7/index_en.cfm?pg=env

http://cordis.europa.eu/fp7/environment/home_en.html


OBJECTIVES:

* Transforming the current fossil-fuel based energy system into a more sustainable one based on a diverse portfolio

of energy sources and carriers combined with enhanced energy efficiency, to address the pressing challenges of

security of supply and climate change

* Increasing the competitiveness of Europe‟s energy industries

PRIORITY AREAS:

* Hydrogen and fuel cells: fundamental and applied research and technological development; large-scale

demonstration (“lighthouse”) projects to validate research results (funded under the Hydrogen JTI)

* Renewable electricity generation: emphasis will be on photovoltaic, wind and biomass (including biodegradable

fraction of waste)

* Renewable fuel production: new types of bio fuels as well as on new production and distribution routes for existing

bio fuels

* Renewable for heating and cooling

* CO2 capture and storage technologies for zero emission power generation

* Clean coal technologies: clean coal conversion technologies will be supported to significantly increase plant

efficiency and reliability, minimise pollutant emissions and reduce overall costs

* Smart energy networks

* Energy efficiency and savings: sustainable strategies and technologies for increased energy efficiency, use of

renewable energy and poly-generation, and integration of demand management systems at large scale in cities and

communities

* Knowledge for energy policy making: development of tools, methods and models to assess the main economic and

social issues related to energy technologies (databases, scenarios...)

SMEs are the lifeblood of the energy sector, play a vital role in the energy chain and will be key to promoting

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innovation. Their strong participation in research and demonstration activities is essential and will be actively

promoted.

Similar JTI initiatives could be envisaged in other areas, such as zero emission power generation and renewables.


Periodicity Calls are published once or several times a year (DG Transport/DG Research), according to

the areas.




Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Raffaele LIBERALI

Rue de la Loi, 200

B-1049 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 22 95 86 73

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112. FP7 - COOPERATION - 7 TRANSPORT

Which fund is it? FP7 - COOPERATION - 7 TRANSPORT


Duration 2007-2013


Resume Grants for research to improve transport systems in society and minimise the negative

impacts and consequences of transport on the environment Domains concerned Research - Transport - Energy – Environment



Regions European Union - Africa-Caribbean-Pacific - Candidate countries - European Economic Area

- Switzerland - Balkans

Useful links http://ec.europa.eu/research/fp7/index_en.cfm?pg=transport

http://cordis.europa.eu/fp7/transport/home_en.html


OBJECTIVES:

* Promote sustainable management of the natural and human environment and its resources by:

- advancing our knowledge on the interactions between the biosphere, ecosystems and human activities

- developing new technologies, tools and services, in order to address in an integrated way global environmental

issues

PRIORITIES:

* Prediction of climate, ecological, earth and ocean systems changes

* Tools and technologies for monitoring, prevention and mitigation of environmental pressures and risks, also for

health issues

* Sustainability of the natural and man-made environment

RESEARCH AREAS:

* Climate change, pollution and risks: pressures on environment and climate: integrated research on the functioning

of climate and the Earth system

* Environment and health: exposures via different exposure routes, identification of pollution sources and new or

emerging environmental stressors (e.g. indoor and outdoor air, electromagnetic fields, noise, exposure to toxic

substances) and their potential health effects

* Natural hazards: prevention and mitigation strategies including consideration of economic and social factors

* Conservation and sustainable management of natural and man-made resources: innovative approaches to develop

economic activities from ecosystem services

* Evolution of marine environments: research activities in aquatic environments, deep sea ecosystems and seabed

will be carried out in order to observe, monitor and predict the behaviour of this environment

* Environmental technologies for the sustainable management and conservation of the natural and man-made

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environment: technologies preventing or reducing environmental risks, mitigating hazards and disasters, mitigating

climate change and the loss of biodiversity; technologies promoting sustainable production and consumption

* Technology assessment, verification and testing: performance assessment of technologies

* Earth observation: development of the Global Earth Observation System of Systems (GEOSS) for environment and

sustainable development issues in the framework of the GEO initiative






Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Elisabeth LIPIATOU

Rue de la Loi, 200

B-1049 Bruxelles

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Belgium

32 2 296 62 86

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113. FP7 - COOPERATION - 8 SOCIO-ECONOMIC SCIENCES AND

HUMANITIES

Which fund is it? FP7 - COOPERATION - 8 SOCIO-ECONOMIC SCIENCES AND HUMANITIES

Amount 2012 Budget: 39 000 000 €

Duration 2007-2013


Resume Grants for research projects concerning the socio-economic challenges Europe is facing:

growth, employment, competitiveness, etc. Domains concerned Social Affairs - Research - Culture – Media - Citizenship - Services – Tourism

Who can apply? Research centres - Corporations - Administrations States - SMEs - Universities - Associations

- International Organisation


Useful links http://ec.europa.eu/research/fp7/index_en.cfm?pg=huma

http://cordis.europa.eu/fp7/ssh/home_en.html


OBJECTIVES:

* Generating an in-depth shared understanding of complex socio-economic challenges Europe is confronted with,

such as growth, employment and competitiveness, social cohesion and sustainability, quality of life, education,

cultural issues and global interdependence

PRIORITY AREAS:

1. Growth, employment and competitiveness in a knowledge society:

* Develop and integrate research on the issues affecting growth, employment and competitiveness knowledge and

competences, education and lifelong learning, the role of the services sector, finance and institutional contexts

2. Combining economic, social and environmental objectives in a European perspective:

* Research of European socio-economic models and economic cohesion between regions and regional development

in an enlarged EU

3. Major trends in society and their implications

* Demographic change including ageing, births and migration;

* Changes in the related aspects of lifestyles, families, work, consumption, health and quality of life

4. Europe in the world:

* Flows of trade, finance, investment, migration and their impact; uneven development, poverty and sustainability;

economic and political relations and global governance

* Conflicts, their causes and resolution; the relation between security and destabilising factors such as poverty, crime,

environmental degradation

5. The citizen in the European Union:

* Participation (including of youth), representation, accountability and legitimacy; the European public sphere, media

and democracy; various forms of governance in the EU and policy processes; the role of civil society

6. Socio-economic and scientific indicators

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7. Foresight activities


Periodicity Calls are launched once a year, based on an annual work programme.




Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Marie-Christine BRICHARD

Rue de la Loi, 200

B-1049 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 2 299 87 34

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114. FP7 - COOPERATION - 9 SPACE

Which fund is it? FP7 - COOPERATION - 9 SPACE

Amount 2012 budget: 84 000 000 €

Duration 2007-2013


Resume Grants for research of exploitation of space assets for the implementation of applications,

notably GMES (environment monitoring and security) and space exploration activities Domains concerned Research – Transport




European Economic Area - Switzerland - Northern America – Balkans

Useful links http://ec.europa.eu/research/fp7/index_en.cfm?pg=space

http://cordis.europa.eu/fp7/cooperation/space_en.html


OBJECTIVES:

* Supporting a European Space Programme focusing on applications such as GMES with benefits for citizens and for

the competitiveness of the European space industry

* Contribute to the development of a European Space Policy, complementing efforts by Member States and by other

key players, including the European Space Agency

PRIORITY AREAS:

1. Space-based applications at the service of the European society

* Global Monitoring for Environment and Security (GMES): develop appropriate satellite based monitoring and early

warning systems as unique and globally available data sources and to consolidate and stimulate evolution of their

operational use.

* Security aspects (complementary to security research and to GMES activities)

* Applications of Satellite Communications

2. Strengthening the foundations of Space science, exploration, space transportation and space technology through

synergies with initiatives of ESA or other European, national or regional entities.

* Space exploration activities (robotic and human), including related technology transfer implications, and to enable

the scientific community to access results/data acquired during exploration missions undertaken in the frame of the

European Space Programme

* Space technology: space transportation and key technologies

* Space sciences: Prevention of impacts from Near Earth Objects (NEOs) on our Planet.

The 7th Framework Programme should complement the ongoing scientific programmes where gaps are identified

and be in support of scientific activities on-board the International Space Station (ISS).

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3. Cross-cutting activities

* SME relevant research, spin-off activities, access to space for small scale research missions

* European Space Policy Studies

* International cooperation GMES Africa, United States, Russia, others...

Annual work programme indicate forthcoming research priorities for future calls 2011-2012 and 2013.


Periodicity One call every year based on an annual work programme.



and to the legal status of beneficiaries. A CP may obtain an average of 4 million €.

Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Reinhard SCHULTE-BRAUCKS

Rue de la Loi, 200

B-1049 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 2 295 58 82

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115. FP7 - COOPERATION -10 SECURITY

Which fund is it? FP7 - COOPERATION -10 SECURITY

Amount 2012 budget: 241 700 000 €

Duration 2007-2013


Resume Grants for research projects focussing on security with a civil application in fields such as

transport, health, civil protection, energy and environment

Domains concerned Research - Public management - Transport - Health - Energy - Environment - Justice –

Security



Regions European Union - Candidate countries - European Economic Area - Switzerland - Northern

America – Balkans

Useful links http://ec.europa.eu/research/fp7/index_en.cfm?pg=security

http://cordis.europa.eu/fp7/security/home_en.html


OBJECTIVES:

* Develop the technologies and knowledge for building capabilities with a civil application focus needed to ensure the

security of citizens from threats such as terrorism and crime as well as from the impact and consequences of

unintended incidents such as natural disasters or industrial accidents

* Ensure an optimal and concerted use of available and evolving technologies to the benefit of European security

while respecting fundamental human rights

* Stimulate the cooperation of providers and users for civil security solutions

SECURITY RESEARCH AREAS:

* Increasing the security of citizens - technology solutions for civil protection, bio-security, protection against crime

and terrorism

* Increasing the security of infrastructures and utilities - examining and securing infrastructures in areas such as ICT,

transport, energy and services in the financial and administrative domain

* Border security, monitoring and information:

activities will deal with two types of issues: (organized or unforeseen) access-related security issues where the EU

borders are regarded as the outermost perimeter to protect the EU territory (green and blue borders) as well as

border access nodes as part of the (transport) infrastructure and thus potential targets of security threats

* Restoring security in case of crisis:

activities will focus on emergency management operations, such as in civil protection (including natural disasters and

industrial accidents), humanitarian aid and rescue tasks

* Security and society: socio-economic, political and cultural aspects of security, ethics and values, acceptance of

security solutions, social environment and perceptions of security;

* Security research coordination and structuring: coordination between European and international security research

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efforts in the areas of civil, security and defence research.

Each mission area covers 6 phases which vary in time and emphasis: identify (incident related), prevent (threat

related), protect (target related), prepare (operation related), respond (crisis related) and recover (consequence

related).


Periodicity One annual call in July and some optional joint calls are published every year based on an

annual work programme.




Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Marco MALACARNE

Rue de la Loi, 200

B-1049 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 2 295 52 77

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116. FP7 - EURATOM - FUSION ENERGY RESEARCH

Which fund is it? FP7 - EURATOM - FUSION ENERGY RESEARCH


Duration 2007-2011


Resume Support via various instruments to the joint creation of prototype reactors for power stations.

Domains concerned Energy - Industry – Innovation

Who can apply? Research centres - Corporations - SMEs – Universities


Useful links

http://ec.europa.eu/research/fp7/index_en.cfm?pg=euratom

http://cordis.europa.eu/fp7/euratom/fusion_en.html

http://cordis.europa.eu/search/index.cfm?fuseaction=prog.document&PG_RCN=9070259


OBJECTIVES:

* Developing the knowledge base for, and realising ITER - International Thermonuclear Experimental Reactor - as a

major step towards, the creation of prototype reactors for power stations which are safe, sustainable, environmentally

responsible, and economically viable

PRIORITIES:

1* Construction of ITER (a major experimental facility which will demonstrate the scientific and technical feasibility of

fusion power)

2* Construction of DEMO, a "demonstration" fusion power station

FINANCED ACTIONS:

* ITER International Organisation

- Carry out a project Design Review ("the Design Review") to confirm or redefine the physics basis and requirements

for the project and to confirm or alter the design of the major machine components

* R&D in preparation of ITER operation

- Exploit the facilities and resources in the fusion programme, i.e. JET and other magnetic confinement devices,

existing or under construction (Tokamaks, Stellarators, RFPs)

Assessment of specific key ITER technologies, consolidate ITER project choices, and prepare for ITER operation

through experimental and theoretical activities

* Technology activities in preparation of DEMO

- Development of fusion materials and key technologies for fusion, including blankets

- Establishment of a dedicated project team to prepare for the construction of the International Fusion Materials

Irradiation Facility (IFMIF)

* R&D activities for the longer term: improved concepts for magnetic confinement schemes, theory and modelling

* Mobility of researchers

- cooperative work of the Associations and participation in EFDA coordinated activities

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- participation in activities in support of ITER and the Broader Approach projects

- promotion of European contributions to international cooperation

* Infrastructures: construction of the international fusion energy research project

* New and more flexible organisational structures to enable the process of innovation and technological progress

which it creates to be swiftly transferred to industry


Periodicity Via calls for proposals (preparatory research) or specific procedures involving National

administrations in charge of energy.


Maximum rates vary between 50% and 100% of the eligible projects costs according to the RTD activity and to the

legal statutes of the beneficiary.

Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Mr PAIDASSI

Rue de la Loi, 200

B-1049 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 2 295 66 51

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117. FP7 - EURATOM - NUCLEAR ACTIVITIES OF THE JOINT RESEARCH

CENTRE (JRC)

Which fund is it? FP7 - EURATOM - NUCLEAR ACTIVITIES OF THE JOINT RESEARCH CENTRE (JRC)

Amount Global budget: 448 090 000 euro

Duration 2007-2011


Resume Grants in the framework of nuclear research programmes directly undertaken by the JCR to

address major issues and challenges in nuclear energy research Domains concerned Research - Public management - Energy - Industry – Innovation


Organisation


Useful links http://cordis.europa.eu/fp7/euratom/direct_en.html



OBJECTIVES:

* Provide customer driven scientific and technical support to the Community policy making process in the nuclear

field, ensuring support to the implementation and monitoring of existing policies while flexibly responding to new

policy demands

JRC FIELDS OF ACTIONS:

* Nuclear Waste Management and Environmental Impact

- Understand the nuclear fuel processes from production of energy to waste disposal and develop effective solutions

for the management of high level nuclear waste

- Develop activities to enhance knowledge and improve the processing or conditioning of long lived waste; basic

research into actinides

* Nuclear Safety: research on existing as well as on new fuel cycles, and on reactor safety of both Western and

Russian reactor types, and research on new reactor design

- Contribute and co-ordinate the European contribution to the Generation IV International Forum R&D initiative, in

which the best research organisations in the world are involved.

The JRC‟s contribution includes primarily safety and safeguard aspects of innovative fuel cycles, in particular

characterisation, test and analysis of new fuels, the development of safety and quality goals, safety requirements and

advanced evaluation methods for systems

* Nuclear Security: supporting the accomplishment of Community commitments (control of the fuel cycle facilities,

monitoring of the radioactivity in the environment, implementation of the additional protocol and the integrated

safeguards, prevention of the diversion of nuclear and radioactive material associated with illicit trafficking of such

material)

* Information about nuclear energy to politicians and the public: launching of a multiannual campaign to inform

politicians and the general public about nuclear energy in order both to promote a fact-based debate and to facilitate

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informed decision making

* Information mentioning and explaining the efforts being made by the EU at other levels to promote other energy

sources, with particular regard to renewable sources of energy


Periodicity Calls for tenders are published several times a year.


Between 50 and 100% of the total eligible costs.

Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Guy SADLER

SDME 10/2

B-1049 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 2 295 75 32

32 2 299 23 01





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118. FP7 - EURATOM - NUCLEAR FISSION AND RADIATION PROTECTION

Which fund is it? FP7 - EURATOM - NUCLEAR FISSION AND RADIATION PROTECTION


Duration 2007-2011


Resume Support through various instruments to promote the safe use and exploitation of nuclear

fission and other uses of radiation in industry and medicine Domains concerned Research - Energy - Industry – Innovation


Organisation


Useful links http://cordis.europa.eu/fp7/euratom-fission/home_en.html


OBJECTIVES:

* Establishing a sound scientific and technical basis in order to accelerate practical developments for the safer

management of long-lived radioactive waste, enhancing in particular the safety performance, resource efficiency and

cost-effectiveness of nuclear energy and ensuring a robust and socially acceptable system of protection of man and

the environment against the effects of ionising radiation

FIELDS OF ACTION:

* Management of radioactive waste: implementation oriented research and development activities in the field of deep

geological disposal of spent fuel and long-lived radioactive waste ; research aimed at reducing the amount and/or

hazard of the waste for disposal

* Reactor systems: research to underpin the continued safe operation of all relevant types of existing reactor systems

and to assess the potential and safety and waste management aspects of future reactor systems in the short and

medium term

* Radiation protection: research on medical uses and on the management of accidents, to provide the scientific basis

for a robust, equitable and socially acceptable system of protection; research to minimise the impact of nuclear and

radiological terrorism and diversion of nuclear material

* Infrastructures: activities to support the availability of, and cooperation between, research infrastructures (material

test facilities and training reactors, underground research laboratories, radiobiology facilities, tissue banks)

* Human resources, mobility and training

FINANCED ACTIONS:

* Collaborative projects: research projects carried out by consortia with participants from different countries

* Networks of Excellence: joint research programmes implemented by a number of research organisations integrating

their activities in a given field

* Coordination and support actions: activities aimed at coordinating or supporting research (networking, exchanges,

studies, conferences, etc)

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* Actions to promote and develop human resources and mobility


Periodicity One call every year in November based on an annual work programme.




Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Simon WEBSTER

Rue de la Loi, 200

B-1049 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 2 299 04 42

[email protected]




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119. FP7 - IDEAS - ERC ADVANCED GRANTS

Which fund is it? FP7 - IDEAS - ERC ADVANCED GRANTS


Duration 2007-2013


Resume Specific programme to support fundamental and exploratory research projects led by

individual researcher's teams

Domains concerned Research - Agriculture – Fisheries - Transport - Health - Energy - Environment - Innovation -

New technologies – Telecommunications

Who can apply? Research centres - Universities - International Organisation


– Balkans

Useful links http://erc.europa.eu/

http://ec.europa.eu/research/participants/portal/page/fp7_calls


OBJECTIVES:

* To reinforce excellence, dynamism and creativity in European research and improve the attractiveness of Europe

for the best researchers from both European and third countries, as well as for industrial research investment

* ERC Advanced Investigator Grants (ERC Advanced Grants) encourage substantial advances at the frontier of

knowledge by supporting excellent, leading advanced investigators to pursue ground breaking, high-risk/high gain

research.

PRINCIPLES:

* Advanced Grants are intended to promote substantial advances in the frontiers of knowledge, and to encourage

new productive lines of enquiry and new methods and techniques, including unconventional approaches and

investigations at the interface between established disciplines.

* Bottom-up approach: open to all fields of research, including the social sciences and humanities - with particular

emphasis on the frontiers of science, scholarship and engineering. In particular, proposals of an interdisciplinary

nature which cross the boundaries between different fields of research, pioneering proposals addressing new,

innovative, fast-growing areas and emerging fields.

* Open to all researchers from any country in the world. However, the ERC-funded research should be carried out in

one of the 27 EU Member States or in one of the associated countries.


The ERC is particularly keen to encourage excellent proposals which involve the establishment of a new research

activity in the EU or the associated countries by a Principal Investigator who is moving from a third country into the

EU or the associated countries.

RESEARCHER's PROFILE:

http://erc.europa.eu/

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* Candidates are supposed to be active researchers that have a track-record of significant research achievements in

the last 10 years, such as:

- 10 publications as senior author or joint author; 3 major research monographs; 5 granted patents; 10 invited

presentations in well-established internationally organised conferences and advanced schools; 3 research

expeditions...

The Principal Researcher must spend at least 30% of his time to the ERC project and spend at least 50% of his

research time in the EU or in a associated country.


Periodicity One call published every year, with 3 deadlines: Physical Sciences & Engineering; Life

Sciences; Social Sciences & Humanities


Maximum advanced grants: €2.5 million for a 5-year period (exceptionally €3.5 M). An ERC grant can cover up to

100% of the total eligible direct costs (indirect costs limited to 20% of direct costs).

Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Ben TUBBING

Rue de la Loi, 200

B-1049 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 2 295 71 42

[email protected]

[email protected]

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120. FP7 - IDEAS - ERC PROOF OF CONCEPT

Which fund is it? FP7 - IDEAS - ERC PROOF OF CONCEPT

Amount Annual Budget: 10 millions d'euros

Duration 2011-2013


Resume A new ERC funding initiative open to researchers who have already been awarded an ERC

grant wishing to establish a commercial concept on the outputs of their research





– Balkans

Useful links http://erc.europa.eu/


OBJECTIVES:

* Supporting grant-holders during the pre-demonstration phase to prepare a "package" to be presented to venture

capitalists or companies that might invest in the new technology and take it through the early commercialisation

phase.

The funding can be used to:

• establish viability, technical issues and overall direction

• clarify intellectual property rights position and strategy

• provide feedback for budgeting and other forms of commercial discussion

• provide connections to later stage funding

• cover initial expenses for establishing a company

FINANCED ACTIONS:

The contribution under an ERC Proof of Concept will be in the form of Coordination and Support Actions (CSAs).

It may be used for conducting further work (i.e. activities which were not scheduled to be funded by the ERC Starting

and Advanced Grants) to make evident to the market the innovation potential of an ERC-funded idea, securing

thereof potential commercialisation opportunities.

SELECTION CRITERIA

* The Principal Investigator must be able to demonstrate the link between the idea and the related ERC-funded

project.

* Only one proof of concept grant may be awarded per each ERC funded project.


Periodicity One call published every year, with 2 submission deadlines to choose


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Up to 150 000 € per grant, for 12 month duration. 100% of the direct costs are eligible.

Who is in charge?

Institution ERCEA Executive Agency

Person in charge

Gabor NAGY

Rue de la Loi, 200

B-1049 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 2 296 8367

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121. FP7 - IDEAS - ERC STARTING INDEPENDENT RESEARCH GRANTS

Which fund is it? FP7 - IDEAS - ERC STARTING INDEPENDENT RESEARCH GRANTS


Duration 2007-2013


Resume Specific programme to support fundamental and exploratory research projects led by

individual researcher's teams





– Balkans

Useful links http://erc.europa.eu/index.cfm?fuseaction=page.display&topicID=65

http://www.euresearch.ch/index.php?id=544


OBJECTIVES:

* To reinforce excellence, dynamism and creativity in European research and improve the attractiveness of Europe

for the best researchers from both European and third countries, as well as for industrial research investment

* ERC Starting Independent Researcher Grants are designed to support researchers (Principal Investigators) at the

stage at which they are starting or consolidating their own independent research team or programme. The scheme

will support the creation of independent and excellent new individual research teams and will strengthen others that

have been recently created.

PRINCIPLES:

* This programme will promote world class investigator-driven “frontier research”. This research is a driver in

producing new knowledge leading to future applications and markets.

* Bottom-up approach: open to all fields of research, including the social sciences and

humanities - with particular emphasis on the frontiers of science, scholarship and engineering. In particular,

proposals of an interdisciplinary nature which cross the boundaries between different fields of research, pioneering

proposals addressing new, innovative, fast-growing areas and emerging fields

* Open to all researchers from any country in the world. However, the ERC-funded research should be carried out in

one of the 27 EU Member States or in one of the associated countries.


The ERC is particularly keen to encourage excellent proposals which involve the establishment of a new research

activity in the EU or the associated countries by a Principal Investigator who is moving from a third country into the

EU or the associated countries.

RESEARCHER's PROFILE:

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* Candidates will have produced at lest one important publication without the participation

of their PhD supervisor

* Candidates must have received their first PhD or equivalent degree more than two years but and up to 12 years

prior to the publication date of the call for proposals

* Candidates must be fully independent of senior colleagues or in the process of establishing independence

In no way, the grant will support networks or consortia.


Periodicity One call published every year, with 3 deadlines: Physical Sciences & Engineering; Life

Sciences; Social Sciences & Humanities.


Maximum €1.5 million for a period of 5 years, plus €500,000 to cover start-up costs. The maximum rate of financing

is 100% of direct eligible costs (indirect costs limited to 20% of direct costs).

Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Ben TUBBING

Rue de la Loi, 200

B-1049 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 2 295 71 42

[email protected]

[email protected]





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122. FP7 - ITC - CLEAN SKY

Which fund is it? FP7 - ITC - CLEAN SKY


Duration 2008-2013


Resume Clean Sky is a Joint Technology Initiative (JTI) aiming at encouraging private investments in

aeronautics research in general, and in clean Air Transport technologies in particular.

Domains concerned Research - Transport - Energy – Environment



Useful links http://cordis.europa.eu/home_en.html


Objectives:

* Accelerate the delivery of technologies for radically improving the environmental impact of air transport.

* Increase the competitiveness of European industry, thus contributing to the Lisbon Strategy objectives.

* Encourage the rest of the aviation world to make greener products.

6 TECHNOLOGY DOMAINS:

1.SMART Fixed Wing Aircraft will deliver active wing technologies and new aircraft configuration for breakthrough,

news products

2. Green Regional Aircraft will deliver low-weight aircraft using smart structures, as well as low external noise

configurations and the integration of technology developed in other ITDs, such as engines, energy management and

new system architectures

3. Green Rotorcraft will deliver innovative rotor blades and engine installation for noise reduction, lower airframe

drag, integration of diesel engine technology and advanced electrical systems for elimination of noxious hydraulic

fluids and fuel consumption reduction

4. Sustainable and Green Engines will design and build five engine demonstrators to integrate technologies for low

noise and lightweight low pressure systems, high efficiency, low NOx and low weight cores and novel configurations

such as open rotors and intercoolers

5. Systems for Green Operations will focus on all-electrical aircraft equipment and systems architectures, thermal

management, capabilities for "green" trajectories and mission and improved ground operations to give any aircraft

the capability to fully exploit the benefits of Single European Sky

6. Eco-Design will focus on green design and production, withdrawal, and recycling of aircraft, by optimal use of raw

materials and energies thus improving the environmental impact of the whole products life cycle and accelerating

compliance with the REACH directive

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FINANCED ACTIONS :

* Accelerate the delivery of technologies for radically improving the environmental impact of air transport

* Increase the competitiveness of European industry

* Encourage the rest of the aviation world to make greener products

* More efficient engines, consuming less fuel whilst producing less NOx at the different operational regimes

* Aerodynamics improvement: new aerodynamics design and flow control technologies

* Aircraft weight reduction

* Energy management optimisation, increased efficiency of all components in the power management and

distribution system


Periodicity Several calls every year.


Maximum reimbursement rates depend on activities (demonstration 50%, RTD 50%-75%) and on the participant‟s

legal status.


Person in charge

Marco BRUSATI

Rue de la loi, 200

B-1049 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 2 2994848

32 2 2966757

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123. FP7 - JTI - ARTEMIS (EMBEDDED COMPUTING

SYSTEMS INITIATIVE)

Which fund is it? FP7 - JTI - ARTEMIS (EMBEDDED COMPUTING SYSTEMS INITIATIVE)

Amount Annual 2010 budget: 90 million euro

Duration 2008-2013


Resume Grants for target-oriented research and development projects on Embedded computing

technologies to support the broad market introduction of these

Domains concerned Research - Industry - New technologies



Useful links http://cordis.europa.eu/fp7/jtis/


OBJECTIVES:

* Artemis aims to tackle the research and structural challenges faced by the industrial sector.

* To define and implement a „Research Agenda‟ for the development of key technologies for Embedded Computing

Systems across different application areas in order to strengthen European competitiveness and sustainability, and

allow the emergence of new markets and societal applications.

Research projects are financed within 3 main research domains and 4 application sectors :

INDUSTRIAL RESEARCH DOMAINS

1. Reference Designs and Architectures

2. Seamless Connectivity and Middleware

3. Design Methods and Tools

APPLICATION DOMAINS : 1. Industrial systems, 2. Nomadic Environments, 3. Private Spaces, 4. Public

Infrastructure

ARTEMIS SUB-PROGRAMMES address research into both

technologies and applications

ASP1. Methods and processes for safety-relevant embedded systems

ASP2. Person-centric health management

ASP3. Smart environments and scalable digital services

ASP4. Efficient manufacturing and logistics

ASP5. Computing environments for embedded systems

ASP6. Security, privacy and dependability

ASP7. Embedded technology for sustainable urban life

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ASP8. Human-centric design of embedded systems

The annual work programme will define the topics that are to be

The Artemis JTI is implemented as a Joint Undertaking (JU) which is a public-private partnership between the

European Commission, the Member States and Artemisia, the Artemis Industrial Association which represents the

research community including Industry (large, small and medium sized companies), universities and research

institutes.


Periodicity Once a year in a JU call with two submission deadlines: project outline and full proposals.


EU contribution: maximum 16% of eligible costs incurred by participants to implement the projects. Additional

contribution from national sources according to type of project.


Person in charge

Leonardo FLORES

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124. FP7 - JTI – ENIAC

Which fund is it? FP7 - JTI – ENIAC


Duration 2008-2013


Resume The ENIAC Joint Undertaking shall contribute to the implementation of the Seventh

Framework Programme and the theme „Information and Communication Technologies‟ of the

Specific Programme „Cooperation‟

Domains concerned Research - Innovation - New technologies

Who can apply? Research centres - SMEs – Universities


Useful links http://cordis.europa.eu/fp7/ict/nanoelectronics/eniac_en.html


OBJECTIVES:

* Build the leading position of European micro- and nanoelectronics industry in specific technology and application

domains

* Positioning Europe at the forefront of new emerging markets with high potential growth rates and to become a world

leader in these domains.

* Support the activities required for the implementation of the Research Agenda, notably

by awarding funding to participants in selected projects following competitive calls for proposals

* Promote a public-private partnership aiming at mobilising and pooling Community, national and private efforts,

increasing overall R&D investments in the field of nanoelectronics

* Achieve synergy and coordination of European R&D efforts in the field of nanoelectronics including the progressive

integration into the ENIAC Joint Undertaking of the related activities in this field currently implemented through

intergovernmental R&D schemes (Eureka)

* Promote the involvement of SMEs in its activities in line with the objectives of the Seventh Framework Programme

ENIAC SUBPROGRAMMES R&D priorities

- Automotive and transport

- Communications and digital lifestyle

- Energy efficiency

- Health and ageing society

- Safety and security

- Design technologies

- Semiconductor process and integration

- Equipment, materials and manufacturing

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JTI ENIAC is implemented as a Joint Undertaking (JU), a Community body between the European Union and the

industrial association AENEAS ENIAC. ENIAC JU defines and implements a Research Agenda, notable by awarding

funding to participants in selected projects following competitive calls for proposals, by promoting a public-private

partnership, and by achieving synergy and coordination of European R&D efforts in the field on nanoelectronics.


Periodicity Once a year in a JU call with two submission deadlines: project outline and full proposals.


The financial contribution of the ENIAC Member States will be a certain percentage of the eligible costs incurred by a

participant to implement a project, which may vary according to the type of participant and the type of R&D activity as

specified by

Institution ENIAC JU

Person in charge

Secretariat ENIAC

Avenue de la Toison d'Or 56-60

B-1049 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

00 32 2 221 8102

00 32 2 541 8247

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125. FP7 - JTI - FUEL CELLS AND HYDROGEN

Which fund is it? FP7 - JTI - FUEL CELLS AND HYDROGEN


Duration 2008-2013


Resume Target-oriented research and development programme on Fuel cells and Hydrogen to

support the broad market introduction of these technologies.

Domains concerned Research - Energy - Environment - Industry - Innovation - New technologies




Useful links http://www.euresearch.ch/index.php?id=748



OBJECTIVES:

* To accelerate the development of hydrogen supply and fuel cell technologies with up to 5 years to the point of

commercial take off for early market applications (e.g. handheld devices, portable generators); for stationary

applications (domestic and commercial Combined Heat and Power); and for mass market roll-out of transport

applications

AREAS OF ACTIONS:

1. Transportation & Refuelling Infrastructure:

* Real-use, Europe-wide large-scale fleet demonstration of the nex generation fuel cell vehicles, including cars and

buses, hydrogen ICE vehicles and an infrastructure with refuelling stations

* Provision of experimental data for the verification of the well-to-wheel technology chain needed to meet the

programme target of 3,000 vehicles in the field by 2015 and prepare volume production and infrastructure from 2020.

* RTD activities (Research and Technological Development) for off-road (e.g. rail, marine and air) transport

applications in order to demonstrate the feasibility of the technology as “proof-of-concept”

2. Hydrogen Production, Storage & Distribution:

* sustainable hydrogen production, storage and

distribution processes which can meet 10% - 20% of the hydrogen demand for energy applications from carbon-free

or -lean energy sources by 2015.

* Innovative hydrogen production and supply chains (e.g. low and high temperature electrolysis and direct production

of hydrogen from biomass, including technologies such as enzymes for fermentation, or solar energy)

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4. Early Markets:

* To develop a range of fuel cell-based products capable of entering the market in the Stationary transport and

portable sector

Cross-cutting activities : pre-normative research, socio-economic modelling and planning, asistance to SMEs “inter

alia” for their integration into the supply chains

The JTI Fuel Cells is implemented as a Joint Undertaking (FCH JU) which is a public-private partnership between the

European Commission, the Member States and the industry-led Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Technology Platform

(HFP).,to implement a research programme based on the strategic agenda documents produced by the hydrogen

industries


Periodicity Once a year in October; the annual implementation plan will define specific topics for making

proposals.


Maximum reimbursement rates depending on activities (demonstration 50%, RTD 50%-75%) and on the participant‟s

legal status.


Person in charge

Philippe VANNSON

Rue de la Loi, 200

B-1049 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 2 295 69 21

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126. FP7 - JTI - INNOVATIVE MEDECINES (IMI)

Which fund is it? FP7 - JTI - INNOVATIVE MEDECINES (IMI)


Duration 2007-2013


Resume IMI aims at proving the efficiency and effectiveness of the drug development process with the

long-term aim that the pharmaceutical sector produce more effective and safer innovative

medicines.

Domains concerned Research - Health - New technologies

Who can apply? Corporations - Administrations States - Universities - Associations - International

Organisation


Useful links http://cordis.europa.eu/search/index.cfm?fuseaction=prog.document&PG_RCN=9714972

http://www.imi.europa.eu/


OBJECTIVES:

* Support „pre-competitive pharmaceutical research and development‟ in the Member States and countries

associated with the Seventh Framework Programme via a coordinated approach to overcome the identified research

bottlenecks in the drug development process

* Support the implementation of the research priorities as set out by the Research Agenda of the Joint Technology

Initiative on Innovative Medicines („Research Activities‚), notably by awarding grants following competitive calls for

proposals

* Be a public-private partnership aiming at increasing the research investment in the biopharmaceutical sector in the

Member States and countries associated to the Seventh Framework Programme by pooling resources and fostering

collaboration between the public and private sectors

* Promote the involvement of SMEs in its activities, in line with the objectives of the 7th Framework Programme


* Immunogenicity

* Drug Induced Liver Injury

* Tuberculosis

* Immuno safety of Vaccines

* Diabetes

* Patient awareness


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FINANCED ACTIONS:

* Modernise the development of medicines

* Expand European expertise and know-how in new technologies to attract bio-medical R&D investment to Europe

* Anchor R&D jobs in Europe and reverse the brain drain

* Enhance Europe's economy by strengthening the competitive position of smaller companies

IMI is a Joint Undertaking between the European Union and the European Federation of Pharmaceutical Industries

and Associations (EFPIA).


Periodicity One call a year.


The maximum IMI JU financial contribution covers: - 75% of eligible costs for research activities. - 100% of eligible

costs for other activities including management and training activities.


Person in charge

Irene NORSTEDT

Rue de la Loi, 200

B-1049 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 2 296 95 27

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127. FP7- ERA-NET SCHEME

Which fund is it? FP7- ERA-NET SCHEME

Amount Not specified

Duration 2007-2013


Resume The ERA-NET scheme is one of the tools of the Seventh Framework Programme (FP7) to

support the transnational cooperation between national research programmes. It is

implemented under both the Cooperation and Capacities programmes of FP7.

Domains concerned Research - Environment - Innovation - New technologies

Who can apply?

Research centres - Local and Regional authorities - Corporations - Federations Unions -

Administrations States - Agencies Chambers - Development NGOs - Universities -



Useful links http://cordis.europa.eu/fp7/coordination/about-era_en.html

http://cordis.europa.eu/coordination/era-net.htm


OBJECTIVES:

The objective of the ERA-NET scheme is to develop and strengthen the coordination of national and regional

research programmes through three specific actions:

* ERA-NET actions - providing a framework for actors implementing public research programmes to coordinate their

activities, e.g. by developing joint activities or by mutually supporting joint calls for trans-national proposals.

* ERA-NET Plus actions - providing, in a limited number of cases with high European added value, additional EU

financial support to facilitate joint calls for proposals between national and/or regional programmes.

* Specific support actions: actions that contribute to the implementation of FP7 and the preparation of future EU

research (they are usually focused on one specific activity and often a particular event).

RESEARCH AREAS AND FINANCED ACTIVITIES

* Systematic exchange of information and good practices on existing programmes

* Identification and analysis of common strategic issues

* Identification and analysis of practical networking activities and mutual opening mechanisms

* Exploration of possibilities of setting up common evaluation systems

ERA-NET actions do not provide any support for the research activities themselves i.e. the research itself will be

funded from national or regional resources.

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another.

Every year there is a specific call for proposals intended for project managers. Then, the ERA-NET launch joint calls

for proposals for researchers. These calls for proposals will be funded by national funds and, up to 30% by ERA-NET

. Under the ERA-NET scheme, national and regional authorities identify research programmes they wish to

coordinate or open up mutually. The participants in these actions are therefore programme owners (typically

ministries or regional authorities defining research programmes) or programme managers (such as research councils

or other research funding agencies managing research programmes).


Periodicity Once a year for every ERA-NET.


The EU contribution shall take the form of a grant consisting of a reimbursement of the eligible costs related to the

action.


Person in charge

Sean O'REAGAIN

Rue de la Loi, 200

Bruxelles

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128. FP7 – PEOPLE

Which fund is it? FP7 – PEOPLE


Duration 2007-2013


Resume Individual grants for training and career development of researchers

Domains concerned Research - Transport - Energy - Environment

Who can apply? Research centres - Corporations - Administrations States - SMEs - Universities - Associations


- Balkans

Useful links http://www.fp7peoplenetwork.eu/

http://cordis.europa.eu/fp7/people/


OBJECTIVES:

Strengthening, quantitatively and qualitatively, the human potential in research and technology in Europe, by:

* Stimulating people to enter into the researcher‟s profession

* Encouraging European researchers to stay in Europe, and attracting to Europe researchers from the entire world,

making Europe more attractive to the best researchers

PRIORITIES:

* Actions addressing researchers at all stages of their careers, in the public and private sectors, from initial research

training, specifically intended for young people, to life long learning and career development

* Increase participation of women researchers, by encouraging equal opportunities in all “Marie Curie Actions”, by

designing the actions to ensure that researchers can achieve an appropriate work/life balance and by facilitating

resuming a research career after a break

FINANCED ACTIONS and their acronyms:

1. Initial training of researchers

* Marie Curie Networks - ITN

2. Life-long training and career development

* Individual Fellowships - IEF

* Co-financing of regional/national/international programmes COFUND, CIG

3. Partnerships between enterprises and universities

* Industry-academia pathways and partnerships - IAPP

* International staff exchange scheme - IRSES

4. International dimension

* Outgoing and incoming International Fellowships

* International Cooperation Scheme IIF, OIF, IRG

* Reintegration grants

5. Specific actions : Excellence awards

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Periodicity Each Marie Curie action is published in a specific call once a year. (Ten calls every year).


Depending on the actions, a lump sum will cover mobility and cost of living in the host country.

Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Georges BINGEN

Rue de la Loi, 200

B-Bruxelles

code

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32 2 296 94 18

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129. FP7 - PEOPLE - 1 INITIAL TRAINING OF RESEARCHERS

Which fund is it? FP7 - PEOPLE - 1 INITIAL TRAINING OF RESEARCHERS


Duration 2007-2013


Resume Support to initial training networks for researchers in order to improve their career

perspectives Domains concerned Research - Education – Training

Who can apply? Research centres - Corporations - SMEs - Universities

Regions


Independent States - European Economic Area - Mediterranean countries - Switzerland –

Balkans

Useful links http://cordis.europa.eu/fp7/people/initial-training_en.html


OBJECTIVES:

* Support the initial training of researchers, typically directed at the first four years of researchers‟ careers, plus up to

one additional year

* Structuring a substantial share of the high-quality initial research training capacity throughout Member States and

associated countries in both public and private sectors, in order to improve researchers‟ career perspectives in both

sectors and to enhance the attraction of young researchers to research careers

FINANCED ACTIONS:

* Trans-national networking mechanism

1) Networks of complementary organisations from different countries

2) Joint research training programme responding to well identified training needs

3) The development and broadening of the research competences of the early stage researchers in interdisciplinary

and emerging supra-disciplinary fields

4) Training modules addressing other relevant skills and competences, e.g. management, intellectual property rights,

entrepreneurship, ethical aspects, communication and other exploitation methods of research results,…

5) Due provision for supervision and mentoring arrangements

6) Mutual recognition of the quality of the training and, if possible, of diplomas and other certificates

ACTIVITIES:

* Recruitment of early-stage researchers to be trained

* Possibility for setting up academic chairs or equivalent positions in enterprises for experienced researchers, with a

view to transferring new knowledge and strengthening supervision

* Organisation of short training events (conferences, summer schools and specialised training courses), open to both

trainees of the network and to researchers from outside the network

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PRIORITIES:

Direct or indirect involvement of organisations from different sectors is considered essential in this action, including

(lead-) participation by private enterprises in appropriate fields. A single research organisation or twinning

participations are eligible under this action, if it is clearly demonstrated that the necessary elements of the research

training programme are effectively addressed in cooperation with a wider set of partners, without these being formally

part of the network.


Periodicity Several times a year. In general each type of Marie Curie grant issues one call every year.


Depending on the actions, grants can cover 100% of the eligible costs.

Who is in charge?


Person in charge

S. DI VIRGILIO

Rue de la Loi, 200

B-1049 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 2 296 78 87

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130. FP7 - PEOPLE - 2 LIFE-LONG TRAINING AND CAREER DEVELOPMENT

Which fund is it? FP7 - PEOPLE - 2 LIFE-LONG TRAINING AND CAREER DEVELOPMENT


Duration 2007-2013


Resume Grants and individual fellowships to allow researchers to enrich their career by mobility

experience, abroad or in other sectors Domains concerned Research - Education – Training

Who can apply? Research centres - Corporations - Administrations States - Agencies Chambers - Universities

- Associations - International Organisation


European Economic Area - Mediterranean countries - Switzerland - Asia - Balkans

Useful links http://cordis.europa.eu/fp7/people/life-long-training_en.html


OBJECTIVES:

* Enhancing the individual competence diversification of experienced researchers in terms of acquisition of multi- or

interdisciplinary skills or the undertaking of inter-sectoral experiences

* Support researchers in attaining and/or strengthening a leading independent position, e.g. principal investigator,

professor or other senior position in education or enterprise

* Assist researchers to resume a career in research after a break or to (re)integrate researchers into a research

career in Member States and associated countries, including in their country of origin, after a mobility experience

FINANCED ACTIONS:

* IEF - Support for individual Intra-European Fellowships awarded directly at Community level, to the best or most

promising researchers from Member States and associated countries, based on an application made by the

researchers in conjunction with the host organisations.

* ERG - Community-funded fellowships may include a reintegration module in addition to the outgoing trans-national

phase

* COFUND - Co-funding of regional, national or international programmes in the field of research training and career

development, based on individual-driven mobility

ORGANISMES ELIGIBLES:

* Official public bodies responsible for funding and managing fellowship programmes, e.g. ministries, state

committees for research, research academies or agencies

* Other public or private bodies, including large research organisations, that finance and manage fellowship

programmes either with an official mandate or recognised by public authorities, such as agencies established by

governments under private law with a public service mission, charities, etc.

* Bodies at international level that run comparable schemes at European level as part of their mission

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Researchers addressed under this action should have at least 4 years of full-time research experience or a

doctorate. As the action is directed at life-long training and career development, it is however expected that the

researchers will typically have a more senior profile in terms of experience.




Depending on the actions, sometimes grants can cover 100% of the action (52 000 € par an).

Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Klaus Guenther BARTHEL

COVE

B-1049 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 2 299 89 20

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131. FP7 - PEOPLE - 3 INDUSTRY-ACADEMIA PARTNERSHIPS AND

PATHWAYS

Which fund is it? FP7 - PEOPLE - 3 INDUSTRY-ACADEMIA PARTNERSHIPS AND PATHWAYS


Duration 2007-2013


Resume Grants for cooperation programmes between research organisations and private commercial

enterprises Domains concerned Research - Education – Training


Regions


Independent States - European Economic Area - Mediterranean countries - Switzerland –

Balkans

Useful links http://cordis.europa.eu/fp7/people/industry-academia_en.html


OBJECTIVES :

- Open and foster dynamic pathways between public research organisations and private commercial enterprises,

including in particular SMEs

PARTNERSHIP:

* Long term cooperation programmes

- Between organisations from both sectors from at least 2 different Member States or associated States, with support

for human resources interactions within that framework

- With a high potential for increasing knowledge-sharing and mutual understanding of the different cultural settings

and skill requirements of both sectors

FINANCED ACTIONS:

* Staff secondments between both sectors within the partnership, with a view of reinforcing the inter sectoral

cooperation

* Temporary hosting in both sectors of experienced researchers recruited from outside the partnership

* Organisation of workshops and conferences enhancing the inter-sectoral experience and knowledge exchange, in

order to reach a larger number of staff members from both sectors

* Trainings and transfer of knowledge

* As an SME specific measure a contribution to small equipment related to their participation in the cooperation




Depending on the actions, sometimes grants can cover 100% of the action.

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Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Begona ARANO

Rue de la Loi, 200

B-Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 2 299 20 40

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132. FP7 - PERSONNEL - 4 WORLD FELLOWSHIPS

Which fund is it? FP7 - PERSONNEL - 4 WORLD FELLOWSHIPS


Duration 2007-2013


Resume Individual research fellowships and grants, support to networking of researchers from EU

Member States and Third Countries in order to reinforce international cooperation in the

research field

Domains concerned Research

Who can apply? Research centres – Universities


European Economic Area - Mediterranean countries - Switzerland - Worldwide - Balkans

Useful links http://cordis.europa.eu/fp7/people/international-dimension_en.html


OBJECTIVES:

* Support the career development of researchers from Member States and associated countries

* Support the international co-operation through researchers

FINANCED ACTIONS

* IOF - Outgoing international fellowships, with mandatory return, for experienced researchers within the framework

of life-long training and competence diversification, to acquire new

skills and knowledge

* IRG - Return and international reintegration grants for experienced researchers after an international experience

* Support to the networking of researchers from Member States and associated countries abroad with a view to keep

them actively informed about and involved in developments in the European Research Area

* IIF - Incoming international fellowships in order to attract highly qualified third-country researchers to Member

States and associated countries, for knowledge enhancement and to build up high-level connections. Researchers

from developing countries or from countries with emerging economies may benefit from support for a return phase

* IRSES - the International Research Staff Exchange Scheme to support the networking of third country researchers

in Member States and associated countries, with a view to structuring and developing their contacts with their regions

of origin

* Partnerships between several research organisations in Europe and one or more organisations in:

- Countries covered by the European Neighbourhood Policy

- Countries with which the EU has an S&T Agreement

* Support of joint programmes Community for short exchanges of early-stage and experienced researchers, for the

organisation of mutually beneficial conferences and other events, as well as for the development of a systematic

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Depending on the actions, grants can cover 100% of the eligible costs.

Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Georges BINGEN

Rue de la Loi, 200

B-Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 2 296 94 18

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133. GALILEO

Which fund is it? GALILEO


Duration 2007-2013


Resume European project for satellite navigation

Domains concerned Research - Industry - New technologies - Telecommunications

Who can apply? Research centres - Corporations - Administrations States - Universities - Banks - International

Organisation


- Switzerland – Asia

Useful links http://ec.europa.eu/enterprise/policies/satnav/galileo/

http://www.gsa.europa.eu/


OBJECTIVE:

* Develop a satellite navigation network for civil purposes through the launching of a series of satellites, which will be

placed in orbit at around 20,000 km and monitored by a network of ground control stations, in order to provide world

cover

FINANCED ACTIVITIES through the 4 phases of the programme:

1. Definition of the system (finalized phase)

2. Development and validation phase of the system comprising the construction and launch of the first satellites, the

establishment of the first ground-based infrastructures and all the work and operations necessary to validate the

system in orbit.

3. Deployment phase consisting of the establishment of all the space and ground-based infrastructures as well as

related operations. The aim is that this phase shall run from

2008 to 2013. It shall include preparations for the exploitation phase

* Activities related to the deployment phase, covering the construction and the launching of satellites as well as the

complete setting up of the terrestrial infrastructure

4. Exploitation phase comprising infrastructure management, the maintenance, constant improvement and renewal of

the system, certification and standardisation operations relating to the programme, the marketing of the system and

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all other activities needed to develop the system and ensure that the programme runs smoothly.

* Activities related to the launching of the commercial operating phase, covering the management of the

infrastructure composed by satellites and the associated ground stations, as well as the maintenance and updating of

the system

The system will be built and exploited by a private concession holder (20-year-contract) under the control of the

European GNSS Supervisory Authority. The concession holder is a consortium of companies: AENA, Alcatel, EADS,

Finmeccanica, Hispasat, Inmarsat, Teleop and Thalès.


Periodicity Different calls (grants, public procurement).


According to the rules for FP7 Research projects, between 35% and 100% of the eligible costs.

Institution EU Satellite navigation programmes: Infrastructure

Person in charge

Jean-Marc PIEPLU

Rue de la Loi, 56

B-1049 Bruxelles

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134. GREEN KEY

Which fund is it? GREEN KEY




Resume Eco-label awarded for environmental management of touristic infrastructures

Domains concerned Information - Local development - Education – Training - Environment - Tourism

Who can apply? Local and Regional authorities - SMEs


Useful links http://www.greenkeys-project.net/en/home.html


OBJECTIVES:

* Encourage the managers to adopt good practices in their management, reward best initiatives and single out

dynamic camp sites or hotels in the field of environmental management

SELECTION CRITERIA:

To be awarded the Green Key, camp sites or hotels have to meet 80 criteria into 2 categories of importance,

concerning 6 areas:

1 * Education and environment

- Raising awareness among tourists on environmental issues and behaviours to follow

- Involving staff

2 * Environmental management

- Respect of the rule

- Methods and products environmentally friendly for open spaces and sanitaries up keeping, biological agriculture

promotion

- Promotion of local products

3 * Waste management

- Waste sorting, recycling, containers, collecting

- Reduction of waste production, collective packaging, sustainable crockery, separation and conservation of waste

4 * Water management

- Non-toxious products in swimming water, deviation of raining water from wastewater processing plant, equipment of

washing machines with a saving programme

- Plants watering, bath water, water savings, follow-up of consumptions

5 * Energy management

- Settlement of an electricity meter per building, using clean or renewable energies, isolation of heated buildings, low

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energy consumption bulbs, regulation system for the light indoor and outdoor, heat

6 * Ground management (for camping):

- Green areas, car traffic, occupation density


Periodicity

Twice a year in October and March for the attribution or renewal of the label. For 2011, the

labelling period will be exceptionally open from January 2011. A jury will gather in October

2011.


Green key is a voluntary label, rewarded organisations benefit from international promotion at the green-key.org

website and from national and regional press after the annual press conference.

Institution Fondation pour l'Education à l'environnement

Person in charge

Estelle GUILLARD

36 rue Amelot

F-75011 Paris

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France

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135. GREENLIGHT

Which fund is it? GREENLIGHT




Resume Support for upgrading the lighting of public zones while at the same time realising energy

economies

Domains concerned Public management - Energy - Environment

Who can apply? Research centres - Corporations - Administrations States - SMEs - Associations


Useful links http://www.eu-greenlight.org/


OBJECTIVES:

* Reduce energy consumption from lighting

* Reduce polluting emissions and limit global warming

* Upgrade lighting in existing spaces

* Build all new facilities with technology that save energy

* Reduce operating costs

* Improve the quality of light and worker productivity

* Improve the economic performance of programme participants


* The core of the programme is a registration form, signed by the Partner and the Commission, in which the Partner

commits to reduce energy consumption for at least 30% and improve the lighting quality of new spaces

Different options to choose:

* Survey the lighting characteristics in the existing spaces

* Choose energy-efficient alternatives

* Assess their profitability

* Check the energy savings

* Communicate the successes

The Commission does not provide actual funds but it provides support to the Partners in the form of information

resources and public recognition. The investment reimburses itself during a period of maximum 5 years.

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Every year the winning projects are rewarded and promoted as success stories. Among the Winners in 2011:

City of Tilburg (Netherlands)

City of Zaprešić (Croatia)

ING Bank(Luxembourg)

Nestlé (France)


Periodicity At any time. Registration via the website.


Participation to this programme is on voluntary basis, by signing the registration form.


Person in charge

Paolo BERTOLDI

TP 450

I-21020 Ispra

code

Italia

39 0332 78 9299

39 0332 78 9992

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136. HERCULE II

Which fund is it? HERCULE II


Duration 2007-2013


Resume Grants to promote activities in the field of the protection of the financial interests of the

European Union Domains concerned Public management - Justice – Security - Economy - Finances

Who can apply? Research centres - Local and Regional authorities - Schools - Training centres - Federations

Unions - Administrations States - Universities - Associations



Useful links

http://ec.europa.eu/anti_fraud/programmes/index_en.html

http://europa.eu/legislation_summaries/fight_against_fraud/protecting_european_communitys

_financial_interests/l33302_en.htm


OBJECTIVES:

* Reinforce Community action to prevent fraud affecting the EU's financial interests and combat such fraud by

promoting actions in this field

The HERCULE programme is created to cover 3 types of funding programmes ; each programme launches a specific

call for proposals:

* External anti-fraud training programme involving Police, Judicial and Customs authorities, research and educational

establishments

* Financial Aid for European Lawyers Associations for the protection of the Communities‟ financial interests: studies,

dissemination of expertise

* Technical Assistance to competent Law Enforcement authorities in their antifraud activities


* Organisation of seminars and conferences

* Promotion of scientific studies and discussions on Community policies in the field of the protection of the

Community's financial interests

* Coordination of activities relating to the protection of the Community's financial interests

* Training and awareness

* Promoting exchanges of specialised staff

* Dissemination of scientific information on Community action

* Development and supply of specific IT tools

* Promoting and expanding the exchange of data

* Provision of information and support for activities relating to access to information

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Other eligible countries:

Besides Switzerland, Croatia and Turkey (that participate according the conditions of their Association Agreements)

also eligible is expenditure in connection with the participation of representatives of the Balkan countries forming part

of the stabilisation and association process for countries of south eastern Europe: Former Yugoslav Republic of

Macedonia, Albania, Serbia, Montenegro, Bosnia-Herzegovina and certain countries of the Commonwealth of

Independent States: Belarus, Moldova, Russian Federation and Ukraine.


Periodicity Three specific calls a year.


Maximum 80 % of eligible expenditure for training measures and the promotion of staff exchanges; max. 90% for the

holding of seminars and conferences.

Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Karel HAGHEDOOREN

Rue de la Loi, 200

B-1049 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 2 292 25 64

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137. HUMAN RIGHTS EDUCATION YOUTH PROGRAMME (HRE)

Which fund is it? HUMAN RIGHTS EDUCATION YOUTH PROGRAMME (HRE)

Amount Annual budget: 500 000 euro



Resume Grants to support new local initiatives, pilot projects on Human rights education

Domains concerned Education – Training - Youth - Human Rights

Who can apply? Training centres - Federations Unions - Development NGOs – Associations


- Switzerland – Balkans

Useful links http://act4hre.coe.int/


OBJECTIVES:

* Identify responses to persistent violations of human dignity, such as social exclusion, violence, racism, intolerance

and discrimination

* Empower young people to develop activities which address the racism, xenophobia, discrimination and gender-

based forms of violence that affect them

* Develop educational tools and methodological resources for use by practitioners in human rights education

* Contribute to the inclusion of human rights education in youth work practice

* Encourage innovative practices and partnerships, both in formal and in non-formal education contexts

FINANCED ACTIONS:

* Pilot projects run by NGOs and youth local groups to undertake action related to human rights education with young

people

* National and regional training courses in human rights education

PRIORITIES:

* Projects developing local strategies and initiatives for intercultural dialogue with young people in highly multicultural

social environments

* Projects at local or regional level developing human rights education and training activities with and for young

people

PROJECTS SELECTION CRITERIA:

* Be directly related to young people and to human rights education or to a specific theme addressed by the

programme

* Be prepared, run and managed by a local association, institution or youth group acting directly with children, young

people or a specific target group of the programme and have a clear educational or awareness-raising function

* Concern primarily participants under 30 years of age

* Have a participatory approach, from the conception to the evaluation, integrating intercultural learning in its

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educational approach

* Have an innovative character, be open to other partners of the Youth Programme on Human Rights Education and

foresee using the resources generated through the programme


Periodicity There is no fixed deadline for presenting pilot project applications, but the application must be

sent 3 months before start of project.


Grant awarded up to a maximum of 7600 euro. 2 instalments: a maximum of 80% of the grant will be paid following

the acceptance of the project; remaining balance will be paid after final report.

Who is in charge?

Institution Council of Europe - European Youth Centre Budapest

Person in charge

Rui GOMES

Zivatar utca 1-3

H-1024 Budapest

code

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138. INOGATE

Which fund is it? INOGATE


Duration 2007-2013


Resume Grants for Interstate Oil and Gas Transport to Europe

Domains concerned Transport - Energy - Economy - Finances


Administrations States - SMEs - Banks - Investment Funds

Regions Candidate countries - New Independent States - Mediterranean countries - Balkans

Useful links http://www.enpi-info.eu/maineast.php?id=292&id_type=10

http://www.inogate.org/


OBJECTIVES:

* Develop rationalised and facilitated interstate oil and gas transportation systems, contributing to the implementation

of the INOGATE Umbrella Agreement

* Improve the security and safety of the transport of gas and oil, taking into account the economic and environmental

importance of this sector and its importance for EU energy supplies

* Promote investment by IFIs and the private sector involvement and progress on modernisation and reform in these

areas

* Help the INOGATE Participating Countries through a permanent dialogue between countries, promotion of new

strategic transport routes, investment attraction, a level playing field with common rules, acting as "honest broker"

between countries and market players to stimulate investment

* Help potential investors by providing detailed studies on beneficiary countries, highlighting investment opportunities

(mature "bankable" projects) in INOGATE Participating Countries, putting investors in contact with the decision-

makers and giving them a tool to use, which helps them to reduce their non-calculated risks: the Umbrella Agreement


* INOGATE Regional Secretariats, which proposes to consolidate the already operational INOGATE Technical

Secretariat in Kyiv and the creation of two new regional sub-Secretariats – one in the Caucasus Region and one in

Central Asia – for facilitating investments in regional oil and gas transportation infrastructure projects

* INOGATE-IFI Technical Assistance Support Fund for facilitating investments in oil and gas projects in Eastern

Europe, the Caucasus, and Central Asia with a view to enhance the safety and security of the energy supply within

the regions and to the EU

* Rapid-response Expert Facility in Central Asia – facilitate the development of gas supplies and interstate

transportation through increased capacity, reliability, safety of the gas networks linking Central Asia to the European

Union

INOGATE is co funded by the beneficiary countries.

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INOGATE Umbrella Agreement Signatory States (referred to as "INOGATE Participating Countries") : Albania,

Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Bulgaria, Croatia, Georgia, Greece, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Latvia, FYR of

Macedonia, Moldova, Romania, Serbia & Montenegro, Slovakia, Tajikistan, Turkey, Turkmenistan, Ukraine,

Uzbekistan.


Periodicity Calls for tenders. Some regional projects involving several countries might be managed by

Europeaid (see contact person).


According to projects.

Who is in charge?

Institution European Commission INOGATE Technical Secretariat

Person in charge

Simone RAVE

Rue de la Loi, 200

1049 Bruxelles

code

Belgique

32 2 295 77 22

32 2 296 74 82

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139. INTELLIGENT CAR INITIATIVE

Which fund is it? INTELLIGENT CAR INITIATIVE


Duration 2007-2013


Resume Grants to accelerate the development, deployment and use of Intelligent Integrated Safety

Systems, that use information and communication technologies Domains concerned Research - Transport - Industry - New technologies

Who can apply? Research centres - Corporations - Agencies Chambers - SMEs – Universities


Useful links

http://ec.europa.eu/information_society/activities/intelligentcar/icar/index_en.htm

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OBJECTIVES:

* Supporting the industry in developing safer and more intelligent vehicles and enabling their rapid introduction into

the market

* Broad deployment of advanced information and communication technologies (ICT) in cars

* Raising drivers and policy maker‟s knowledge about the potential of intelligent vehicle systems

* Stimulating user‟s demand and create socioeconomic acceptance

* Facilitating the deployment of mature technologies and systems in the initial phase of market penetration.

The initiative is made up of 3 main activities:

* eSafety Forum: High-level working groups on eCall Driving group, Traffic data,...,

* eSafety Awareness raising actions: studies, punctual events via call for tenders (services contracts)

* eSafety Intelligent Car Research: projects funded by FP7-ICT programme, in particular theme 3 "ICT Mobility":

intelligent ICT-based transportation systems and vehicles enabling people and goods to move safely, comfortably

and efficiently

The research priorities of the Intelligent Car fully support the ERTRAC strategic research agenda.

FINANCED ACTIONS:

* Actions on Human Machine Interaction

* Harmonised, pan-European in-vehicle emergency call (e-Call) service that builds on the location-enhanced

emergency call E-112

* Analysis of the progress made in the provision of Real-Time Traffic and Travel Information (RTTI) in Europe, and

proposition of further actions

* Analysis of the needs and priorities of standardisation in ISO CEN and ETSI institute

* Adaptive integrated driver-vehicle interface


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Periodicity Through the calls under FP7-ICT programme


Research projects: up to 50% of the eligible project costs.

Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Juhani JAASKELAINEN

Rue de la Loi, 200

B-1049 Bruxelles

code

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140. INTERCULTURAL CITIES

Which fund is it? INTERCULTURAL CITIES


Duration 2007-2011


Resume Council of Europe programme to enhance and support community efforts to make the best of

cultural diversity

Domains concerned Social Affairs - Town planning - Local development - Education – Training - Citizenship –

Youth




Useful links http://ec.europa.eu/culture/our-policy-development/intercultural-cities_en.htm

http://www.coe.int/t/dg4/cultureheritage/culture/cities/default_en.asp


OBJECTIVES:

* To trigger and/or enhance the process of developing intercultural models of urban governance

* Learn how to use diversity to enhance creativity and innovation, economic prosperity and community well-being

STRANDS:

* Strand 1: governance and policies

Help people who perform different public roles develop attitudes, skills and mechanisms which improve intercultural

interaction and management

* Strand 2: awareness and exchange

Facilitate dialogue and exchange on good practice between politicians, citizens and municipal services providers

accross Europe

FINANCED ACTIONS:

* Field of action 1: Intercultural governance

- Review the range of local governance structures and practices

- Improve sensitivity and understanding of decision-makers about concerns of cultural communities and involve these

communities in the public debate and decision-making processes

* Field of action 2: Public discourse and media ethics

- Work directly with editors and journalists in local broadcast and printed media in participating cities in order to raise

awareness of the need for a better balance

- Ethical charter on balanced “diversity” media work

- Direct work with community leaders to raise their awareness about diversity issues

* Field of action 3: Intercultural mediation

- Identification of individuals who would act as intercultural mediators, and provide assistance with the definition of

their mandate and functions and appropriate training

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- Good practice exchange and training, e-enabled networking and resource facilities

* Field of action 4: Cultural policy and action

- Creative innovation and development of local diversity-friendly cultural strategies

- Mainstreaming intercultural policies and practices into the work of local organisations and institutions

- Renewing public space in order to facilitate the mixing of publics


Periodicity Not specified


Participating cities will not receive cash or any other direct material award. Benefits from the programme will involve

primarily greater capacity of local institutions to manage a diverse community and local democracy.

Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Irena GUIDIKOVA

67075 Strasbourg Cedex

code

France

33 3 88 41 32 19

[email protected]




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141. INVESTING IN PEOPLE

Which fund is it? INVESTING IN PEOPLE


Duration 2007-2013


Resume Thematic programme for external aid and development that finances projects in the field of

health, education, youth and culture.

Domains concerned Social Affairs - Culture – Media - Education – Training - Health - Youth - Co-op &

Development


NGOs - SMEs - Universities - Associations - International Organisation


Independent States - Mediterranean countries - Asia - Balkans

Useful links

http://ec.europa.eu/europeaid/how/finance/dci/investing_en.htm

http://europa.eu/legislation_summaries/development/general_development_framework/r1254

7_en.htm


GLOBAL OBJECTIVE:

* Support innovative measures and technical cooperation between regions on six themes crucial for human and

social development put forward in the “European Consensus” : health, knowledge and skills, culture, and social

cohesion and employment, gender equality, youth and children.

PRIORITIES:

1. Good health for all (587.6 million euros):

* Develop and improve the availability of an equal access to global public goods, including effective, affordable and

safe pharmaceutical products, reproductive health commodities and innovations

* Support advocacy and information activities to increase political and public awareness and improve education of the

public

2. Knowledge and skills for all (130 million euros):

* International exchanges of experience and good practice for the development of secondary and vocational

education and training

* Transnational university cooperation and student and scholar mobility

3. Gender equality (57 million euros):

* Promoting civil society organisations, notably women‟s organisations and networks.

4. Culture (50 million euros):

* Promote mutual understanding and dialogue between peoples and cultures, promote cultural diversity and respect

for the equal dignity of all cultures and strengthen cooperation and exchanges in culture, education and research

5. Employment and social cohesion (82 million):

* Support initiatives to promote the improvement of working conditions as well as the adjustment to trade


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liberalisation,...

6. Youth and children (90 million):

* Regional, inter-regional and global initiatives in key areas, such as preventing all forms of child labour, trafficking

and sexual violence, and support the youth employment network


Awareness campaigns, capacity building through pilot projects, studies, conferences, networks, exchanges of

experience and good practice


Periodicity Several times a year. There will be targeted measures or specific calls for proposals. Calls for

proposals may be published by the EC Delegations in the third countries.


Between 250 000 and 500 000 euros, co-financing maximum 90% of the eligible budget.

Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Josick VAN DROMME

Rue de la Loi, 200

B-1049 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 2 299 52 02

[email protected]




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142. INVESTING IN PEOPLE - EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

Which fund is it? INVESTING IN PEOPLE - EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS


Duration 2007-2013


Resume Grants that support interventions in the education sector in developing countries and regions,

under the thematic programme for external aid. Domains concerned Social Affairs - Education – Training - Youth - Co-op & Development





Useful links http://ec.europa.eu/europeaid/what/education/index_en.htm


OBJECTIVES:

* To promote equal access to quality primary education for marginalised children

* To improve teaching and vocational training opportunities

PRIORITIES:

* Achieving universal primary education by 2015 and the Dakar Framework for Action on Education for All

* Basic, secondary and higher education plus vocational education and training

* Promotion of high quality basic education, with particular focus on access for girls, children in conflict-affected areas

and children from marginalised and more vulnerable social groups

* Developing ways to measure learning outcomes in order to better access to the quality of education

* Promoting donor harmonisation and alignment to promote universal, compulsory, free and high quality education

through international or multi-country initiatives

* Supporting an inclusive knowledge-based society and contributing to bridging the digital divide, and knowledge and

information gaps

* Improving knowledge and innovation through science and technology together with the development of, and access

to electronic communication networks


* Transfer of experiences and best practices

* Financial assistance to programmes increasing enrolment of children

* Data collection, analysis

* Capacity building




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Maximum 90% of the total eligible costs.

Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Josick VAN DROMME

Rue de la Loi, 200

B-1049 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 2 299 52 02

[email protected]




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143. INVESTING IN PEOPLE - GENDER EQUALITY

Which fund is it? INVESTING IN PEOPLE - GENDER EQUALITY


Duration 2007-2013


Resume Grants that support the promotion of gender equality in developing countries and regions,

under the thematic programme for external aid. Domains concerned Social Affairs - Local development - Co-op & Development





Useful links http://ec.europa.eu/europeaid/what/gender/index_en.htm


OBJECTIVES:

* Implement global commitments as detailed in the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action and the UN

Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women

* Support and facilitate the inclusion of actions addressing major gender inequalities in the mainstream of Community

development interventions

* Provide financial assistance and technical expertise to support the mainstreaming of the gender perspective into all

its development cooperation policies and interventions

* Develop and promote endogenous public and private capacities in developing countries

PRIORITIES:

* Financing of policy and advocacy events promoting the implementation of international commitments at the country

level, with a particular focus on countries with the highest levels of gender inequalities

* Strengthening policy, advocacy and service delivery capacity of women‟s NGOs and associations dedicated to the

advancement of women‟s rights, literacy as well as broad economic and political empowerment

* Strengthening statistical capacity of governments by supporting the development and dissemination of data and

indicators disaggregated by sex; support gender equality budgeting in new aid modalities instruments and collect

evidence-based assessments of their impact on gender equality

* Capacity building of civil society organizations dedicated to the promotion of women's' civil and political rights




Between 400 000 and 1 million euro each project. Grant may exceed 80% of the total eligible costs of the action.

Who is in charge?


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Person in charge

Josick VAN DROMME

Rue de la Loi, 200

B-1049 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 2 299 52 02

[email protected]




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144. INVESTING IN PEOPLE - GOOD HEALTH FOR ALL

Which fund is it? INVESTING IN PEOPLE - GOOD HEALTH FOR ALL


Duration 2007-2013


Resume Thematic programme for external aid that supports interventions in the health sector in

developing countries and regions Domains concerned Local development - Health - Co-op & Development


NGOs - SMEs – Universities – Associations - International Organisation



Useful links http://ec.europa.eu/europeaid/what/health/index_en.htm


OBJECTIVES:

* Support and shape the policy agenda for global health initiatives that directly benefit the Union‟s partner countries.

* Providing a global platform for identifying and exchanging experience, innovation and best practices between

countries facing similar health challenges, as well as offering support to countries at different levels of development

PRIORITIES:

* Crisis in human resources in healthcare: strengthen the ability of many developing countries to train, support and

retain enough doctors and nurses and other healthcare staff

* Main poverty-related diseases: HIV/AIDS, malaria and tuberculosis

* Neglected diseases and emerging health threats

Rising prominence of neglected diseases and emerging health threats (such as avian and pandemic influenza) also

justifies funding allocation

* Sexual and reproductive health and rights:

Thematic action is necessary to address the countries with the worst indicators for sexual and reproductive health,

and the worst status for their citizens in terms of sexual and reproductive rights, in particular where governments

have been unable or unwilling to take effective action on their own


Activities designed to underpin country and regional health programmes where they exist, while acting as a catalyst

for change in countries where they do not. All actions undertaken are additional to, and coherent with, actions funded

under the EU‟s geographic programmes for development.

The actions may take the form of

* Financial and technical assistance, training, including of doctors and paramedics, services

* Medical supplies, commodities, works

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* Awareness campaigns, Capacity building through pilot projects, studies, conferences, networks, exchanges of

experience and good practice

The programme pays particular attention to the leading poverty-related diseases: HIV/AIDS, malaria and

tuberculosis, which severely undermine human progress in the developing world.





Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Josick VAN DROMME

Rue de la Loi, 200

B-1049 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 2 299 52 02

[email protected]




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145. INVESTING IN PEOPLE - OTHER ASPECTS OF HUMAN AND SOCIAL

DEVELOPMENT

Which fund is it? INVESTING IN PEOPLE - OTHER ASPECTS OF HUMAN AND SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT

Amount Annual Budget: 29 million euro

Duration 2007-2013


Resume Grants that support interventions in the culture, employment and youth sectors in developing

countries and regions, under the thematic programme for external aid. Domains concerned Employment - Social Affairs - Culture – Media - Youth - Co-op & Development





Useful links http://ec.europa.eu/europeaid/how/finance/dci/investing_en.htm


OBJECTIVES:

* Culture

- To promote better access to culture for the most vulnerable and marginalised population groups

- To foster intercultural dialogue

- To support exchanges, communication, cultural production and creation

* Employment and social cohesion

- To support the development and effective

application of decent work indicators disaggregated by gender

- To support the development of methodologies for impact assessment of global trade policies on decent work and

social adjustment in individual developing countries

* Children and youth

- To support mapping of child labour, trafficking,

violence against children and other forms of

exploitation

- To support capacity building of EC staff in EC delegations to promote policy dialogue and effective programming on

children through development cooperation


* Culture

- Cultural festivals and events with a multi-regional dimension

- International, regional and country forums and

academic and artistic exchanges

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- Methodology

- Forums

* Children and youth

- Awareness raising events

- Pilot projects for implementation of means preventing child exploitation


Periodicity Many times a year.



Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Josick VAN DROMME

Rue de la Loi, 200

B-1049 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 2 299 52 02

[email protected]




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146. IPA - INSTRUMENT FOR PRE-ACCESSION ASSISTANCE

Which fund is it? IPA - INSTRUMENT FOR PRE-ACCESSION ASSISTANCE


Duration 2007-2013


Resume Assistance to the Candidate countries to support their progressive compliance with EU rules

and policies, including the acquis communautaire if necessary, in preparation for their

accession

Domains concerned Public management - Agriculture – Fisheries - Local development - Human Rights - Co-op &

Development - Enlargement - Economy – Finances

Who can apply? Local and Regional authorities - Administrations States - International Organisation

Regions European Union - Candidate countries – Balkans

Useful links

http://ec.europa.eu/enlargement/how-does-it-work/financial-assistance/instrument-pre-

accession_en.htm

http://europa.eu/legislation_summaries/agriculture/enlargement/e50020_en.htm

http://www.2007-2013.eu/by_scope_ipa.php#


OBJECTIVES:

* Helping countries to fulfil the political, economic and acquis-related criteria for membership (the Copenhaguen

Accession Criteria) and to build up administrative and judicial capacity

* Helping countries prepare for EU Structural, Cohesion and Rural Development Funds (EU Funds) after accession

(both by preparing the necessary structures and systems and by financing projects)

IPA funding is divided into national envelopes for each component listed here-after and regional and horizontal

programmes, i.e. established by groups of countries or by theme, which are complementary to national programmes

and are only be eligible if they provided an added value to the precession process.(see IPA sheets)

5 COMPONENTS (see EUROFUNDING sheet for each component):

* Transition Assistance and Institution Building

* Cross-Border Co-operation

* Regional Development

* Human Resources Development

* Rural Development

PRIORITY AREAS:

* Strengthening democratic institutions and the rule of law

* Public administration reform, including the establishment of a system enabling decentralisation of assistance

management to the beneficiary country

* Economic reform

* Promotion and protection of human rights and fundamental freedoms and enhanced respect for minority rights

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* Development of Civil Society

* Reconciliation, confidence building measures and reconstruction

* Regional and cross-border cooperation

2 TYPES OF BENEFICIARY COUNTRIES:

* Official Candidate Countries! Croatia, Turkey, FYROM/Macedonia

* Potential Candidate Countries (access limited to strands 1 and 2): Albania, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Serbia (including

Kosovo), Montenegro


Periodicity Several times a year, through calls for tender or for proposals.


Assistance under IPA may finance investments, procurement contracts, grants, including interest rate subsidies,

special loans, loan guarantees and financial assistance.

Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Stanislava LAZOVA

Rue de la Loi, 200

B-1049 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 2 299 77 48

32 2 296 95 01

[email protected]




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147. IPA - 1 TRANSITION ASSISTANCE AND INSTITUTION BUILDING

Which fund is it? IPA - 1 TRANSITION ASSISTANCE AND INSTITUTION BUILDING


Duration 2007-2013


Resume Assistance to candidate and potential candidate countries to strengthen their democratic

institutions and the enforcement of the rule of law Domains concerned Public management – Enlargement


Agencies Chambers - SMEs - Associations - Banks


Useful links http://www.cbib.eu/en/ipa/ipa_component_I/index.html


OBJECTIVES:

* Strengthening democratic institutions, as well as the rule of law, including its enforcement

* Reforming public administration, including through the establishment of a system enabling decentralisation of

assistance management to the beneficiary country

* Promoting and protecting human rights and fundamental freedoms

* Strengthening civil society within a participative democracy, stimulating a culture and environment-friendly civil

society and culture through Civil Society Facility


* Capacity and institution building

* Investment

* Civil Society Facility:

- Technical assistance

- "People 2 People" programme

- Partnership actions

This strand is open to official candidate countries (Croatia, Macedonia, Turkey) and to potential candidate countries

(Albania, Bosnia, Montenegro, Serbia, including Kosovo).

The implementation of this component depends on how successful the institution strengthening and reforming

process will be : for potential candidates in particular, programme's management is devoluted and implemented by

the Delegations of the European Commission, until their own institutions reach the necessary capacity to ensure this

management, the aim remaining to all national authorities in candidate countries to manage the programmes.

The European Commission establishes a 3-year indicative financial framework and indicative planning document,

revised each year. According to these priorities, the competent authority in each country will establish a national

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programme devoted to the "TRANSITION ASSISTANCE AND INSTITUTION BUILDING" component. This national

programme will specify the objectives pursued, the fields of intervention, the expected results, the management

procedures and the total amount of financing planned. It will also contain a summary description of the type of

operations to be financed, an indication of the amounts allocated for each type of operation and an indicative

implementation timetable.


Periodicity Several times a year, according to calls for tender or calls for proposals.




Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Stanislava LAZOVA

Rue de la loi, 200

B-1049 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 2 299 77 48

32 2 296 95 01

[email protected]




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148. IPA - 1.1 STRENGHTENING OF CIVIL SOCIETY DIALOGUE

Which fund is it? IPA - 1.1 STRENGHTENING OF CIVIL SOCIETY DIALOGUE

Amount Annual budget: according national IPA programme

Duration 2007-2013


Resume Support Programme for the promotion of civil society dialogue in Candidate Countries to

European accession. Domains concerned Social Affairs - Culture – Media - Citizenship - Enlargement

Who can apply? Local and Regional authorities - Schools - Federations Unions - Administrations States -

Agencies Chambers - Development NGOs - Universities - Associations


Useful links http://ec.europa.eu/regional_policy/funds/ipa/index_en.htm


OBJECTIVES:

* Strengthen mutual exchange of experience between civil society in the EU and the Candidate countries

* Help bridge the information gap

* Generate mutual knowledge and understanding of the candidate countries within the EU, including history and

culture, and of the EU within the concerned candidate countries, including its functioning and policies

* Ensure a stronger awareness of the opportunities and challenges of future accessions


* Actions strengthening the expansion of NGOs

* Actions seeking gender equality and the equal opportunity dimension

* Town twinning

* Youth exchange, institutional cooperation between universities

* Internet-supported platforms creation

* Language learning project and the promotion of interpretation and translation

* Television programmes on societies

* Partnership projects

IMPLEMENTATION:

The proposed activities will be financed under the pre-accession assistance budget for the countries concerned,

supplemented if necessary by contributions from public or private institutions and the Commission.

This theme falls under the 1st component of the Instrument for Pre-Accession "Transition assistance and institution

building"


Periodicity Several calls per target country.


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According to the sub programmes of the candidate countries

Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Robert NELSON

Rue de la Loi, 200

B-1049 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 2 295 44 30

[email protected]




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149. IPA - 1.2 INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION

Which fund is it? IPA - 1.2 INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION




Resume Grants in the frame of the information programme about enlargement of the European Union

Domains concerned Public management - Information - Enlargement

Who can apply? Local and Regional authorities - Corporations - Administrations States - Agencies Chambers -

Associations


- Balkans



OBJECTIVES:

* Inform the political and economic decision-makers in candidate countries and communicate clearly the mechanisms

and the EU's accession policies

* Increase knowledge of the country‟s accession process and its implications particularly among key target groups

* Increase general understanding of the EU, its policies and programmes among the population at large

FINANCED ACTIONS:

* Production of information material (in paper and electronic form) in local languages

* Dissemination of information via a network consisting of regional information centres, universities, chambers of

commerce, etc.

* Management of information events such as “Europe Days” throughout the country

* Professional assistance to the Delegations in their press and information activities, including the organisation of

journalists visits to Member States and European institutions

* Development of relations with key target groups, especially with the young, media and the

rural population

* Publication programme, including:

– promotional brochures, explaining the accession treaty and EU policies to a wider public in the future Member

States

– information on the candidate countries

– electronic publishing on Internet

* Event management, particularly to reach the media concerned with enlargement

* Provision of short-term expertise (to supplement local expertise where this is lacking)

IMPLEMENTATION:

* 90% of the activities in the Candidate countries:

* 10% activities managed centrally by the Commission




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Periodicity Calls for proposals and calls for tenders published by the EC Delegations in the countries.


According to the country.

Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Joelle CHADEL

Rue de la Loi, 200

B-1049 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 2 296 95 06

32 2 292 18 36

[email protected]




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150. IPA - 2 CROSS-BORDER COOPERATION

Which fund is it? IPA - 2 CROSS-BORDER COOPERATION


Duration 2007-2013


Resume Assistance to support the candidate and potential candidate in cross-border cooperation

Domains concerned Town planning - Public management - Agriculture – Fisheries - Transport - Local

development - Environment - Human Rights - Enlargement - Tourism

Who can apply? Local and Regional authorities - Administrations States


Useful links http://www.cbib.eu/


OBJECTIVES:

* Support the candidate and potential candidate in cross-border, and, where appropriate, transnational and

interregional cooperation among themselves and between them and the Member States

* Promoting good neighbourly relations

* Fostering stability, security and prosperity in the mutual interest of all countries concerned

* Encouraging their harmonious, balanced and sustainable development


* Capacity and institution building

* Investment

This strand is open to candidate countries (Croatia, Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia, Turkey) and to

potential candidate countries (Albania, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Montenegro, Serbia, including Kosovo).

The CBC component is implemented through bilateral crossborder cooperation funding programmes and one

multilateral transnational programme (Adriatic). Each programme specifies the objectives pursued, the fields of

intervention, the expected results, the management procedures and total amount of financing planned. It will also

contain a comprehensive description of the type of operations to be financed, an indication of the amounts allocated

for each type of operation, an indicative implementation timetable and the list of NUTS III eligible regions.

In case of cross-border cooperation with Member States, funding programmes are managed by the national

authorities of the member States.





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Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Stanislava LAZOVA

Rue de la loi, 200

B-1049 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 2 299 77 48

32 2 296 95 01

[email protected]




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151. IPA - 3 REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Which fund is it? IPA - 3 REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT


Duration 2007-2013


Resume Assistance to support candidate countries in the field of regional development

Domains concerned Employment - Public management - Transport - Local development - Environment - Justice –

Security - Services - Enlargement - SME Policy


Agencies Chambers - SMEs - Associations – Banks


Useful links http://www.2007-2013.eu/by_scope_ipa.php



OBJECTIVES:

* Support candidate countries in policy development in the field of regional development, as well as preparation for

the implementation and management of the Community's cohesion policy, in particular in their preparation for the

European Regional Development Fund and the Cohesion Fund (see EUROFUNDING sheet)

* To reform public administration, including implementation of a system allowing to decentralize assistance

management by committing it to the beneficiary country


Type of actions provided for under Regulation on the European Regional Development Fund:

* Productive investment which contributes to creating and safeguarding sustainable jobs (direct aid to investment

primarily in small and medium-sized enterprises)

* Investment in infrastructure

* Support to regional and local development through support measures for and services to enterprises, in particular

SMEs, creation and development of financing instruments such as venture capital, loan and guarantee funds, local

development funds, interest subsidies, networking, cooperation and exchange of experience between regions, towns,

and relevant social, economic and environmental actors

* Technical assistance

Areas of actions provided for under Regulation establishing a Cohesion Fund:

* Trans-European transport networks, in particular priority projects of common interest

* The environment, sustainable development (energy efficiency, renewable energy), transport sector outside the

trans-European networks (rail, river and sea transport, intermodal transport systems and their interoperability,





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management of road, sea and air traffic, clean urban transport and public transport)

This strand is open only to official candidate countries (Croatia, Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia, Turkey).

The national authorities have established 3 operational programmes for regional development in Turkey and Croatia:

competitivity, transport and environment; and one single. These operational programmes specify the objectives

pursued, the fields of intervention, the type of operations to be financed, the amounts allocated for each type of

operation and an indicative implementation timetable.







Person in charge

Andre LYS

Rue de la loi, 200

B-1049 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 2 296 66 81

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152. IPA - 4 HUMAN RESOURCES DEVELOPMENT

Which fund is it? IPA - 4 HUMAN RESOURCES DEVELOPMENT


Duration 2007-2013


Resume Assistance to support Candidate countries in preparing for the implementation and

management of the Community's cohesion policy, in particular in their preparation for the

European Social Fund

Domains concerned Employment - Social Affairs - Public management - Local development - Education – Training

- Enlargement - Economy - Finances


Agencies Chambers - SMEs - Associations - Banks - International Organisation


Useful links



accession_en.htm


OBJECTIVES:

* Support candidate countries in policy development as well as preparation for the implementation and management

of the Community's cohesion policy, in particular in their preparation for the European Social Fund

* Promote and protect human rights and fundamental freedoms and ensure an enhanced respect for minority rights

* Promote gender equality and non-discrimination

* Undertake economic reform

* Promote social inclusion

* Encouraging a high level of employment and more and better jobs

* Strengthen productivity and competitiveness, and promote economic growth and sustainable development


Type of actions provided under the EC Regulation on the European Social Fund:

* Modernisation and strengthening of labour market institutions in order to improve employment and job opportunities

* Specific action to increase the participation of migrants in employment and thereby strengthen their social

integration and to facilitate geographic and occupational mobility of workers and integration of crossborder labour

markets, including through guidance, language training and validation of competences and acquired skills

* Specific action to improve access to employment, increase the sustainable participation and progress of women in

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direct and indirect, of gender pay gaps

* Development and implementation of systems and strategies in the field of lifelong learning; increase investment in

human resources by enterprises, especially SMEs

* Capacity building in the delivery of policies and programmes in the relevant fields

* Networking activities between higher education institutions, research and technological centres and enterprises

* Strengthening institutional capacity and the efficiency of public administrations and public services at national,

regional and local level and, where relevant, of the social partners and non-governmental organisations

* Transnational and interregional actions such as the sharing of information, experiences, results and good practices,

the development of complementary approaches and coordinated or joint action

This strand is open to official candidate countries (Croatia, Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia, Turkey).

Each national authority establishes a national operational programme devoted to the "HUMAN RESOURCES

DEVELOPMENT" component in order to specify the objectives pursued, the fields of intervention, the type of

operations to be financed, the amounts allocated for each type of operation and an indicative implementation

timetable.







Person in charge

Michael MORASS

Rue de la loi, 200

B-1049 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 2 299 65 64

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153. IPA - 5 RURAL DEVELOPMENT

Which fund is it? IPA - 5 RURAL DEVELOPMENT


Duration 2007-2013


Resume Assistance to support candidate countries in preparing for the implementation and

management of the Community's common agricultural policy

Domains concerned Agriculture – Fisheries - Local development - Environment - Enlargement - Tourism


Agencies Chambers - SMEs – Associations


Useful links



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OBJECTIVES:

* Support candidate countries in policy development as well as preparation for the implementation and management

of the Community's common agricultural policy

* Contribute to the sustainable adaptation of the agricultural sector and rural areas and to the candidate countries'

preparation for the implementation of the acquis communautaire concerning the Common Agricultural Policy and

related policies

* Improve the competitiveness of agriculture and forestry by supporting restructuring, development and innovation

* Improve the environment and the countryside by supporting land management

* Improving the quality of life in rural areas and encourage diversification of economic activity


Type of actions provided under the EC Regulation on support for rural development by the European Agricultural

Fund for Rural Development (EAFRD):

* Vocational training and information actions for persons engaged in the agricultural, food and forestry sectors

* Setting up of young farmers

* Use of advisory services by farmers and forest holders

* Modernisation of agricultural holdings

* Cooperation for development of new products, processes and technologies in the agriculture and food sector and in

the forestry sector

* Helping farmers to adapt to demanding standards based on Community legislation






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* Support for the creation and development of microenterprises with a view to promoting entrepreneurship and

developing the economic fabric

* Encouragement of tourism activities

This strand is open only to official candidate countries (Croatia, Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia, Turkey).

Each national authority establishes a national operational programme devoted to the "RURAL DEVELOPMENT"

component in order to specify the objectives pursued, the fields of intervention, the type of operations to be financed,

the amounts allocated for each type of operation and an indicative implementation timetable.





special loans, loan guarantees and financial assistance


Person in charge

Kaj MORTENSEN

Rue de la loi, 200

B-1049 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 2 296 47 86

[email protected]




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154. IPA - IFI - MUNICIPAL WINDOW

Which fund is it? IPA - IFI - MUNICIPAL WINDOW


Duration 2009-2013


Resume Support to municipal investments in Candidate countries through local banks.

Domains concerned Town planning - Local development - Enlargement - Economy – Finances

Who can apply? Local and Regional authorities – Banks

Regions Candidate countries – Balkans



OBJECTIVES:

* Encourage banks in the Candidate countries extend their lending to municipalities for the financing of small

infrastructure investments, to offer loans over longer maturities, to enhance the banks‟ capacity to assess and

monitor the related risks and to manage their loans

* Broaden the range of finance available to municipal authorities for ensuring sustainable living conditions to their

populations


* Loans and risk-sharing instruments from resources of the Sponsors for building, up-grading or refurbishing of small

municipal infrastructure: environment, water adduction sewage system, social services and transport

* Support for Projects with Participating Banks in the Beneficiary Countries:

- Technical Assistance to Participating Banks: Grant to strengthen administrative, credit and management capacities

- Technical Assistance to the Promoters: Grant for activities supporting the Promoters in strengthening their capacity

to prepare loan applications and to monitor the progress of Sub-projects

- Performance Fees for Participating Banks as well as financial incentives for Participating Banks to motivate lending

to Promoters and to reduce their internal cost

- Loan Guarantees to cover partially the risks of the Participating Bank

- Other incentives for the benefit of Participating Banks to enhance the implementation of MFF, proposed by the

Sponsor and approved by the Commission

SELECTION CRITERIA:

* For banks: Creditworthiness, Demonstrated commitment to extend long-term financing to SMMs, Commitment to

promote the facility to SMMs, acceptable standards of procedure for municipal credit appraisal, willingness to co-

operate with the EBRD regarding technical cooperation support, Willingness to provide visibility for the EU through

means such as press conferences and featuring the EU logo in marketing materials and public events

* For municipalities: Municipalities should serve a population of under 100,000 people, under 150,000 people, have

sound financial management and a good cash flow ; investments can be in infrastructure sectors such as local

transport, district heating, water supply, sewerage, solid waste management, public roads and parking




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Eligible countries are Croatia and Turkey and potential Candidate countries (Western Balkans). The Facility is

sponsored by the Commission, the EBRD, the EIB and the Council of Europe Development Bank (CEB)


Periodicity At any time, via the national IPA coordinators, the so-called NIPACs)


Maximum 5 Million euro per investment. Loans amounts are 10 - 20 Million euro per bank - up to 25 million euro for

risk sharing on up to 35% of the partner bank's risk on a portfolio of loans to SMMs.

Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Rachele GIANFRANCHI

Rue de la Loi, 200

B-1049 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 2 298 79 61

[email protected]




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155. ISA - INTEROPERABILITY SOLUTIONS FOR EUROPEAN PUBLIC

ADMINISTRATIONS

Which fund is it? ISA - INTEROPERABILITY SOLUTIONS FOR EUROPEAN PUBLIC ADMINISTRATIONS

Amount Global Budget: 164,1 million euro

Duration 2010-2015


Resume Grants for Interoperable Delivery of pan-European eGovernment Services to European Public

Administrations, Businesses and Citizens Domains concerned Public management - Services - New technologies – Telecommunications

Who can apply? Corporations - Administrations States - SMEs


Useful links http://ec.europa.eu/isa/


OBJECTIVES:

* To facilitate the efficient and effective electronic cross-border and cross-sector interaction between European public

administrations through:

- enabling the delivery of electronic public services

- ensuring the availability of common solutions

- increasing the awareness of ICT aspects of

Community legislation

* To avoid eBarriers to cross-boundary interactions

due to lack of interoperability and common and

shared solutions

FINANCED ACTIONS:

* Establishment and improvement of common frameworks in support of interoperability across borders and sectors

* Assessment of ICT implications of proposed or adopted Community legislation as well as the planning of the

implementation of ICT systems in support of the implementation of such legislation

* Operation and improvement of existing common services as well as the establishment, industrialisation, operation

and improvement of new common services, including the interoperability of public key infrastructures

* Improvement of existing reusable generic tools as well as the establishment, provision and improvement of new

reusable generic tools.


Periodicity Several calls a year.


Not specified

Who is in charge?


http://ec.europa.eu/isa/



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Person in charge

Karel DE VRIENDT

Rue de la Loi, 200

B-1049 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 2 296 85 63

32 2 299 02 86

[email protected]




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156. LLP - LIFELONG LEARNING

Which fund is it? LLP - LIFELONG LEARNING


Duration 2007-2013


Resume Grants aimed at supporting cooperation activities in the fields of lifelong education and training

and at promoting bodies active at European level in education and training

Domains concerned Employment - Culture – Media - Education – Training - Citizenship - Youth - New technologies


Unions - Administrations States - Universities - Associations - International Organisation


Useful links http://ec.europa.eu/education/lifelong-learning-programme/doc78_en.htm

http://eacea.ec.europa.eu/llp/


OBJECTIVES:

* Foster interchange, cooperation and mobility between education and training systems within the EU

* Contribute to the development of quality lifelong learning and promote innovation and a European dimension in

systems and practices

STRUCTURE OF THE PROGRAMME:

4 sector-based programmes + transversal measures + a Jean Monnet programme:

* Specific programme COMENIUS, for general education activities concerning schools up to and including upper

secondary level

* Specific programme ERASMUS, for education and advanced training activities at higher education level

* Specific programme LEONARDO DA VINCI , for all other aspects of vocational education and training

* Specific programme GRUNDTVIG for adult education

* Transversal programme (4 key activities): policy cooperation in education and training fields, language learning,

ICT-related innovation activitiy, dissemination of results activity

* JEAN MONNET programme: Support to actions, European institutions and associations related to European

integration

FINANCED ACTIONS (see EUROFUNDING sheets):

* Mobility of people in lifelong learning in Europe

* Bilateral and multilateral partnerships

* Multilateral projects designed to improve national education and training systems

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* Unilateral and national projects

* Multilateral partnership projects and thematic networks

* Observation and analysis of policies and systems in the field of lifelong learning

* Operating grants to support administrative costs of organisations active in the field of education

Turkey, Switzerland and Croatia are full members of the LLP programme. The participation of Malta and the former

Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia is suspended for 2011. All type of private and public actors can benefit from the

programme.




The maximum amount depends on the type of support awarded: individual mobility grants, operating grants for

organisations or partnership projects.


Person in charge

EACEA - LLP Mme Sylvie Rohanova

200, Rue de la Loi

Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 2 299 18 06

32 2 299 53 25

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157. LLP - COMENIUS

Which fund is it? LLP - COMENIUS


Duration 2007-2013


Resume Grants for pre-school and school education up to the level of the end of upper secondary

education, and for the institutions and organisations providing such education

Domains concerned Education – Training - Citizenship - Youth

Who can apply? Local and Regional authorities - Schools - Training centres - Administrations States - Agencies



Useful links http://eacea.ec.europa.eu/llp/comenius/comenius_en.php



OBJECTIVES :

* Help young people acquire the basic life-skills and competences necessary for their personal development, for

future employment and for active European citizenship

* Increase the volume and improve the quality of exchanges involving pupils and educational staff in different

Member States

* Improve the quality of partnerships between schools in different Member States, so as to involve at least one pupil

in twenty in joint educational activities during the period of the programme

* Encourage the learning of a second foreign language

* Reinforce the quality and European dimension of teacher training

* Improve pedagogical approaches and school management

FINANCED ACTIONS:

* Preparatory Visits: help to establish a Comenius School Partnership to get to know suitable partner institutions and

develop a workplan

1. Mobility of individuals:

* Exchanges of pupils and staff

* Placements in schools or enterprises abroad for pupils or for educational staff

* Participation in training courses for teachers * Study and preparatory visits for mobility, partnership, project or

network activities

* Assistantships for teachers and potential teachers

2. Development of partnerships between schools to developing joint learning projects between the pupils

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3. Multilateral cooperation projects

* Developing, promoting and disseminating new teaching methods or materials

* Developing or exchanging experience on systems of providing information or guidance particularly adapted to the

learners

* Developing, promoting and disseminating new teacher training courses or course content

4. Multilateral networks

* Acquiring and disseminating relevant good practices and innovation

* Promoting the development of needs analysis and its practical applications within school education

5. Accompanying measures: actions not eligible under the COMENIUS actions but which contribute to its objectives

Only Turkey participates for Candidate countries.


Periodicity Once a year, at the beginning of the year.


The maximum amount depends on the type of support awarded: individual mobility grants, partnerships or

multilateral projects.


Person in charge

Adam POKORNY

Avenue du Bourget 1

B-1140 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 2 298 79 79

32 2 292 13 24

[email protected], [email protected] ; eacea-

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158. LLP - COMENIUS - MOBILITY

Which fund is it? LLP - COMENIUS - MOBILITY


Duration 2007-2013


Resume Mobility grants: Initial and in-service training for educational staff, pupils' exchanges

Domains concerned Education – Training - Youth

Who can apply? Local and Regional authorities - Schools - Corporations - Training centres - Federations

Unions - SMEs - Universities - Associations





OBJECTIVES:

* Encourage training providers in different participating countries to work together

* Broaden the supply of training opportunities in areas of particular interest in a European context

* Improve access to training opportunities in other participating countries

PRIORITY AREAS:

* Enhancing the quality of the teaching and learning process and reinforcing the European dimension of school

education

* Promoting quality in the teaching of EU languages

* Promoting intercultural awareness in school education in Europe

FINANCED ACTIONS:

* Individual Pupil Mobility (mobility to schools for pupils)

* In-Service Training for School Education Staff: placement (up to 6 weeks) in schools or enterprises and

participation in training courses for teachers and other educational staff

- Training taking place in another European country and in the form of a structured course for school education staff

(at least 5 full working days); more informal training (placement or observation period in a school or in an NGO,

public authority; participation in a European conference or seminar)

An on-line database of training activities is available to help applicants identify training which is eligible for funding

under this action and which best meets their training needs:

http://ec.europa.eu/education/trainingdatabase/

* Comenius Assistantship: give future teachers the opportunity to gain a better understanding of the European





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dimension to teaching and learning, to enhance their knowledge of foreign languages and to improve their teaching

skills (assistantship of 3 to 12 months)

- Assistants are selected by the National Agencies in their home country on the basis of academic performance and

motivation

* Hosting a Comenius Assistant: The host school does not receive any financial support as it will benefit from the

presence and the work of the Assistant.


Periodicity Once a year in Autumn.


The amount of the individual grants varies according to the country and duration of the mobility period. Contact the

national agencies.


Person in charge

Ms K. KAPOUNOVA BAVOROVA

Avenue du Bourget 1

B-1140 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 2 295 11 75

32 2 299 11 11

[email protected]




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159. LLP - COMENIUS MULTILATERAL PROJECTS

Which fund is it? LLP - COMENIUS MULTILATERAL PROJECTS


Duration 2007-2013


Resume Grants for the creation of multilateral projects in the education field

Domains concerned Culture – Media - Education – Training - Citizenship - Youth

Who can apply? Local and Regional authorities - Schools - Training centres - Federations Unions -

Administrations States - Universities





OBJECTIVES:

* Develop strategies and exchange experiences to improve the training of teachers and other categories of personnel

working in the school education sector

* Improve the quality of teaching and learning in the classroom

* Awarness-raising and participation promotion of education and training bodies and of politics.

FINANCED ACTIONS:

* Adaptation, development, testing, implementation and dissemination of new curricula, training courses (or parts of

courses) or materials for the initial or in-service training of teachers or other categories of school education staff

* The adaptation, development, testing, implementation and dissemination of new teaching

methodologies and pedagogical strategies for use in the classroom and including the development of materials for

use by pupils

* Providing a framework for the organisation of mobility activities for student teachers, including the provision of

practical training periods and the recognition of these activities by the institutions concerned

* Specific „dissemination‟ events involving interested educational authorities or policy makers to raise awareness of

the project‟s activities and planned outputs

The use of all possible methods, including information and communication technologies, for the production and

dissemination of training materials to the widest possible audience is encouraged.







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The amount of the individual grants varies according to the country and duration of the mobility period. Up to 75% of

eligible expenditures. Contact the national agencies.


Person in charge

Mme Susanne CONZE - Manager de programmes (Unit

1 Avenue du Bourget

B-1140 Bruxelles

code

BELGIQUE

32 2 298 02 36

[email protected]




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160. LLP - COMENIUS NETWORKS

Which fund is it? LLP - COMENIUS NETWORKS


Duration 2007-2013


Resume Grants supporting networking of educational establishments and organisations involved in

multilateral Projects



Unions - Administrations States - SMEs - Associations





OBJECTIVE:

* Enhance networking between Comenius projects on subjects of common interest in order to promote cooperation

and innovation at school level

* Build networks acting as platforms assisting persons and institutions involved in Comenius in strengthening their co-

operation, enabling them to consolidate their European co-operation beyond the period of Community funding and

promote innovation and best practice in the thematic area concerned

FINANCED ACTIONS:

* Exchange of information

* Training of project coordinators

* Promotion of new projects

* Promotion of activities related to innovation and positive practices in education

* Comparative analysis, case studies, recommendations

* Organisation of working groups, seminars, conferences

Each network should at least:

* Create a website and other appropriate tools to support information dissemination

* Write an annual report on the state of innovation in its area of activity

* Provide the 'players' in Comenius with full information about the network's events and activities

* Organise an annual meeting of Comenius projects working in the thematic area of the network





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PRIORITY AREAS:

* Parents in school education; needs of disabled persons; health education; physical education; intercultural

education; educational use of ICT; cultural heritage; school and the working life; environmental education; quality

evaluation; fight against violence at school; fight against racism and xenophobia in school education

PARTNERSHIP:

Eligible networks must involve at least 6 different countries. Programme is open to associated countries and Turkey.




Maximum 150 000 euro per year, maximum co-financing rate 75%. Support is given for maximum 3 years.


Person in charge

Mme Susanne CONZE - Manager de programmes (Unit

Avenue du Bourget, 1

B-1049 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 2 298 02 36





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161. LLP - COMENIUS PARTNERSHIPS REGIO

Which fund is it? LLP - COMENIUS PARTNERSHIPS REGIO

Amount 16 million euro

Duration 2009-2013


Resume Grants for regional partnerships around common defined themes, that concern the

organisation of school education, providers of non-formal learning, or common problems in

school education.

Domains concerned Local development - Education – Training - Youth

Who can apply? Local and Regional authorities - Schools - Training centres - Federations Unions - Agencies

Chambers - SMEs - Universities - Associations





OBJECTIVES:

* Enhancing the European dimension of education by promoting co-operation activities between local and regional

authorities with a role in school education in Europe.

* Develop and exchange best practice, to develop tools for sustainable cooperation across borders, to strengthen the

European dimension in school education and to offer European learning experiences to teachers and pupils and

those responsible for administering school systems.

FINANCED ACTIONS:

* Project meetings between all institutions involved in the partnership

* Exchanges of staff involved in school education (e.g. teacher exchanges, study visits of staff

working in the local/ regional school administration)

* Action research, small studies, job shadowing

* Exchanges of experience and good practice with partner regions / municipalities abroad

* Peer learning activities and common training sessions, conferences, seminars and workshops, summer schools,

awareness raising, campaigns

* Drafting, publishing and disseminating documentation related to the co-operation activities

* Linguistic preparation of staff participating in the partnership

* Co-operation with other projects in related subject areas (including Comenius Networks),

including mobility to network events if relevant, sharing experience with other institutions in the

region





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* Joint self-evaluation activities, dissemination of project experiences and outcomes

PARTNERSHIP:

Comenius Regio Partnerships consist of 2 "partner regions". Each partner region must involve:

- the local or regional authority with a role in school education

- at least one school

- at least one other relevant local partner (e.g. youth or sport clubs, parents and pupils, associations, local teacher

training institutes, other learning providers, VET institutions and local employers, museums and consulting services/

advisory boards).

Only local or regional authorities with a role in school education are eligible to apply for funding and must coordinate

the project within their region.




A Lump sum based on the number of mobilities necessary to participate in the activities and additional project costs

is limited to a maximum of 25.000 €.


Person in charge

Mme Miriam Anasagasti Corta

Avenue du Bourget 1

B-1140 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 2 2987201





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162. LLP - COMENIUS SCHOOL PARTNERSHIPS

Which fund is it? LLP - COMENIUS SCHOOL PARTNERSHIPS

Amount Not specified

Duration 2007-2013


Resume Grants for the creation of transnational school partnerships.


Who can apply? Local and Regional authorities - Schools - Corporations - Training centres - Federations

Unions - Agencies Chambers - SMEs - Universities - Associations





OBJECTIVES:

* Enhancing the European dimension of education by promoting joint co-operation activities between schools in

Europe

* Acquire and improve skills not only in the topic or subject area on which the project is focussed, but also in terms of

teamwork, social relations, planning and undertaking project activities and using information and

communication technologies (ICT).

Partnerships may be focusing:

* Pupil participation, on themes such as arts, sciences, languages, environmental education, cultural heritage,

European citizenship, use of Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) or fight against racism

* Pedagogical or management issues, providing teachers and school managers with the opportunity to develop

together methods and approaches which meet their needs, and to test and put into practice new organisational and

pedagogical approaches

* Language oriented school partnerships, to promote linguistic diversity in Europe by encouraging the use of all the

official languages of the EU


* Project meetings between all institutions involved in the partnership, exchanges of staff and pupils involved in

project activities (e.g. teacher exchanges, study visits, pupil exchanges)

* Exchanges of experience and good practice with partner schools abroad, fieldwork, project research

* Drafting, publishing and disseminating documentation related to the co-operation activities, producing technical

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* Organisation of exhibitions, production and dissemination of information material

* Linguistic preparation of teachers and pupils

PARTNERSHIP:

Multilateral partnerships must include schools from at least 3 participating countries. Bilateral partnerships should

have a main focus on the practice of foreign languages. The minimum size of the group participating in one class

exchange is 10 pupils in the case of "small group class exchanges" and 20 pupils in the case of "large group class

exchanges". Turkey, Switzerland and Croatia can participate.




Maximum amount for each partner: from 5 000 to 25 000 euro according to the duration of the partnership and the

number of mobilities.


Person in charge

M. Aurimas ANDRULIS

Avenue du Bourget 1

B-1140 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 2 298 09 86





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163. LLP - ERASMUS

Which fund is it? LLP - ERASMUS


Duration 2007-2013


Resume Grants for students and teachers mobility projects, for networks and partnerships in the field of

higher education

Domains concerned Education – Training - Innovation - Youth

Who can apply?

Research centres - Local and Regional authorities - Corporations - Training centres -

Federations Unions - Administrations States - Agencies Chambers - Development NGOs -

SMEs - Universities - Associations


Useful links

http://ec.europa.eu/education/programmes/llp/structure/erasmus_en.html


http://eacea.ec.europa.eu/llp/erasmus/erasmus_en.php


OBJECTIVES:

* Support the realisation of a European Higher Education Area

* Reinforce the contribution of higher education and advanced vocational education to the process of innovation

* Reinforce student and teaching staff mobility throughout Europe

* Foster multilateral cooperation between higher education institutions in Europe as well as between higher education

institutions and enterprises

* Increase transparency and compatibility between higher education and advanced vocationaldevlopment

* Facilitate the development of innovative practices in education and training at tertiary level, and their transfer

* Support the development of innovative ICT-based content, services, teaching methods and practices for lifelong

learning

FINANCED ACTIONS:

* Preparatory actions : help to establish a Comenius School Partnership with the financing of the first contacts with

potential suitable partners

* 1.1 Mobility of students for the purpose of studying or training in European higher education institutions, as well as

placements in enterprises, training centres, research centres or other organisations

* 1.2 Mobility of staff (teaching or other) in higher education institutions in order to teach or receive training in a

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* 1.3 Erasmus intensive programmes organised on a multilateral basis

* 1.4 Action to ensure quality at all stages of the mobility arrangements, including preparatory and refresher language

courses

2. Multilateral projects:

* Transfer of innovation and good practices

* Experimentation and exchange of good practices

3. Networks run by consortia of higher education institutions, of representatives from other public bodies or from

enterprises or associations

* Representing a discipline or a cross-disciplinary field („Erasmus thematic networks‟)

* Aiming to develop new learning concepts and competencies

4. Accompanying Measures: actions not eligible under the other ERASMUS actions but which contribute to its

objectives




The maximum amount depends on the type of support awarded: individual mobility grants, multilateral projects,

networks.


Person in charge

Mr F. VAN DEPOELE

Rue de la loi, 200

B-1049 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 2 299 56 67

[email protected]




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164. LLP - ERASMUS ACADEMIC NETWORKS

Which fund is it? LLP - ERASMUS ACADEMIC NETWORKS


Duration 2007-2013


Resume Grants for the creation of thematic networks for improving quality in higher education


Who can apply? Corporations - Training centres - Federations Unions - Administrations States - Agencies



Useful links





OBJECTIVES:

* Enhance quality of teaching in higher education

* Defining and developing a European dimension within a given academic discipline

* Furthering innovation and exchanging methodologies and good practices

* Cooperation within the network between higher education institutions, university faculties and departments (this

may also involve professional associations and enterprises as well as other associations)

FINANCED ACTIONS:

* Mapping the field with new teaching methods and material

* Activities in the field of quality assurance

* Facilitating European co-operation by assessing needs and obstacle, setting up new tools, and promoting European

modules.

* Defining and updating generic and sectoral competences using the method of the pilot project “Tuning Educational

Structures in Europe”.

* Promoting synergies between teaching and research

* Reinforcing the link between education and society, bringing together public and private sector, scientific and

professional players, thereby contributing to Europe's innovation capacity

CRITERIA:

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addressed

* All networks should involve the participation of at least 5 institutions from at least 5 LLP participating countries

* Co-operation within networks is expected to lead to outcomes which will have a lasting and widespread impact on

higher education institutions and their environment across Europe in the field concerned

* One of the organisations participating in the network project must act as the co-ordinator (although other network

partners may take the lead on different phases of the work programme.)

* It is vital that the whole of the network be actively associated with its activities




Maximum 200 000 euro per year, maximum rate of co-financing 75%. Support is provided for a maximum of 3 years.


Person in charge

Equipe Erasmus

Rue de la Loi, 200

B-1049 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 2 299 44 27

[email protected]




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165. LLP - ERASMUS MOBILITY

Which fund is it? LLP - ERASMUS MOBILITY


Duration 2007-2013


Resume Individual mobility grants for students and teachers


Who can apply? Training centres- Universities


Useful links





OBJECTIVES:

* Promote students and teachers mobility in Europe

* Support the realisation of a European Higher Education Area

FINANCED ACTIONS:

1* Preparatory Visits to help higher education institutions (HEI) to establish contacts with prospective partner

institutions

2* Mobility of Students for the Purposes of Studying: enable them to benefit from the experience of learning in other

European countries. Student enrolled at least in the 2nd year of higher education studies.

3* Student Placements in enterprises, training Centres, research Centres and other Organisations

4* Teaching Assignments for Teaching Staff in Higher Education Institutions

The partner higher education institutions must have agreed in advance on the programme of lectures to be delivered

by the visiting teachers

5* Staff Training for Teaching and Other Staff in Higher Education Institutions and Enterprises

- Staff of a higher education institution going to an enterprise and vice versa (seminars, courses and conferences,

periods of practical training, short secondments, etc.)

- Mobility of administrative and other non-teaching staff from higher education institution going to a partner higher

education institution

- Mobility of teaching staff in a higher education institution going to a partner institution for the purpose of receiving

training

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different participating countries

IP require transnational academic co-ordination between institutions from at least 3 countries.

7* Erasmus Intensive Language Courses (EILC)= specialised courses in the less widely known languages of the

programme countries (max. 6 weeks)

Supplementary mobility grant to allow Erasmus students to study the language of the host country for about one

month, in the host country, before the mobility period.

8* Organisation of Mobility

- Creating optimal conditions for students and university staff to undertake periods of learning or teaching at higher

education institutions or organisations in other participating countries

All mobility assignments are based on inter-university agreements between participating institutions, each of which

holds an EUC (Erasmus University Charter). The EUC is the general framework for all European co-operation

activities.




Funding intended to help universities cover the costs of such organisational tasks is additional to the individual

mobility grants. Amounts of mobility grants vary according to the host country.

Institution European Commission SOCRATES & YOUTH Office

Person in charge

Equipe Erasmus / Erasmus Team M. Renato GIRELLI

Rue de la Loi, 200

B-1049 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 2 29 616 55

32 2 29 213 27

[email protected]




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166. LLP - ERASMUS MOBILITY - Intensive programmes

Which fund is it? LLP - ERASMUS MOBILITY - Intensive programmes


Duration 2007-2013


Resume Short programmes of study which bring together students and staff from higher education

institutions of at least three participating countries


Who can apply? Training centres - Universities


Useful links





OBJECTIVES:

* Encourage efficient and multinational teaching of specialist topics which might otherwise not be taught at all, or only

in a very restricted number of higher education institutions

* Enable students and teachers to work together in multinational groups and so benefit from special learning and

teaching conditions not available in a single institution, and to gain new perspectives on the topic being studied

* Allow members of the teaching staff to exchange views on teaching content and new curricula approaches and to

test teaching methods in an international classroom environment

FINANCED ACTIONS:

- Actions making a high contribution to the dissemination of knowledge in rapidly evolving and new areas

- Actions enhancing an active classroom participation and promoting an element of curricular development in the

implementation of the Intensive Programme

- Actions presenting a strong multidisciplinary approach

- Actions using ICT tools and services to support the preparation and follow-up of the Intensive Programme

An intensive programme can last from 2 weeks or 10 continuous full days to 6 weeks of subject related work.









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Not specified


Person in charge

Patricia DE SMET

Rue de la Loi, 200

B-1049 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 2 295 94 21

[email protected]




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167. LLP - ERASMUS MULTILATERAL PROJECTS

Which fund is it? LLP - ERASMUS MULTILATERAL PROJECTS


Duration 2007-2013


Resume Grants for development, modernisation and innovation projects in higher education

Domains concerned Education – Training - Innovation - Youth - New technologies


Administrations States - Agencies Chambers - SMEs - Universities - Associations


Useful links





OBJECTIVES:

- Increase the degree of transparency and compatibility between higher education and advanced vocational

education qualifications in Europe

- Improve the quality and increase the volume of cooperation between higher education institutions and enterprises


1* Development of Study Programmes

- Projects for the joint development of study programmes at first, second or third (bachelor, master, or doctoral) level

- Projects for the joint development of modules in interdisciplinary areas or with a specific need for strong

transnational cooperation

- Projects for the joint development of modules to update knowledge gained in the past

2* Co-operation between Universities and Enterprises

- Enhancing the employability of graduates (through curricular innovation, skills and competence development related

to the European Qualification Framework - EQF, etc.)

- Promoting placements of students and academic staff in industry and vice versa

- Developing recognition and quality assurance agreements between universities and enterprises in view of lifelong

learning strategies

- Encouraging a business sense and innovator approaches among students, professors and researchers

3* University system modernisation

- Develop strategies modernising university activities and developing continuing education






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- Enhance governance to optimize the financing system

- Improve access of people trained through non formal education

- Improve universities' attractivity

4* Virtual Campuses

- Providing open educational resources in order to share content and make it easily accessible at European level

- Developing or revising integrated programmes covering a complete cycle of study in which ICT tools and services

are used to allow the virtual mobility of students and staff




Maximum 150 000 euro per year (300 000 euro for modernisation of higher Education projects), maximum co-

financing rate 75%.


Person in charge

Equipe Erasmus / Erasmus Team

Rue de la Loi, 200

B-1049 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 2 298 83 71

[email protected]




www.eufunds.info


168. LLP - ERASMUS MULTILATERAL PROJECTS - VIRTUAL CAMPUS

Which fund is it? LLP - ERASMUS MULTILATERAL PROJECTS - VIRTUAL CAMPUS


Duration 2007-2013


Resume Grants for development, modernisation and innovation projects which are demonstrably

embedded in a global strategy for the effective integration of ICT in the participating higher

education institutions.

Domains concerned Culture – Media - Education – Training - Youth - New technologies

Who can apply?


Administrations States - Agencies Chambers - Development NGOs - SMEs - Universities –

Associations


Useful links





OBJECTIVES:

* To increase virtual mobility as a complement or substitute to physical mobility in addition to any other type of

independent mobility

* To integrate a virtual mobility dimension in specific multilateral Erasmus actions (eg. curriculum development

projects)

* To integrate of the various opportunities offered by virtual campuses in the lifelong learning strategy of the higher

education institutions and relevant transfer of experiences between traditional and open distance-learning higher

education institutions (HEIs).

FINANCED ACTIONS:

- Actions developing and disseminating at European level replicable approaches for establishing and sustaining

virtual campuses

- Actions providing open educational resources in order to share content and make it easily accessible at European

level

- Actions developing or revising integrated programmes covering a complete cycle of study (bachelor, master, or

doctorate levels) and leading to a recognised double or joint degree in which ICT tools and services are used to allow

the virtual mobility of students and staff






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- Actions promoting cooperation and exchange of strategic experience among decision-makers in the area of virtual

campus developments with the main focus on impact, added value and benefits of ICT use

Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) are expected to hold a full duration ERASMUS University Charter to be eligible.




Not specified


Person in charge

Equipe Erasmus / Erasmus Team

Rue de la Loi, 200

B-1049 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 2 299 87 52

[email protected]




www.eufunds.info


169. LLP - ERASMUS STRUCTURAL NETWORKS

Which fund is it? LLP - ERASMUS STRUCTURAL NETWORKS


Duration 2007-2013


Resume Grants for the creation of thematic networks for improving and updating a specific aspect of

the organisation, management, governance or funding in higher education


Who can apply? Corporations - Training centres - Federations Unions - Administrations States - Agencies



Useful links





OBJECTIVE:

* The main aim of Thematic Networks (TN) is to enhance quality and to define and develop a European dimension

within a given academic discipline or study area, or as regards a topic of an interdisciplinary/multidisciplinary nature,

or in other matters of common interest (such as university management, quality assurance etc.).

FINANCED ACTIONS:

* Access to higher education: widening access to non-traditional learners and the recognition of prior non formal and

informal learning.

* The “knowledge triangle” of education, research and innovation: reinforcement of links between higher education

teaching and research and its application in industry and enterprise, and the establishment of learning regions

centred on universities as a driving force for regional development.

* The management of Higher education institutions: enhancing autonomy and accountability for universities,

improving staff management systems, and implementing both internal and external quality assurance mechanisms

CRITERIA:

* All networks should bring together an appropriate range of relevant stakeholders concerned by the theme

* They require participation of at least 5 institutions from 5 different LLP participating countries

* Co-operation within networks is expected to lead to outcomes which will have a lasting and widespread impact on

higher education institutions and their environment across Europe in the field concerned






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* One of the organisations participating in the network project must act as the co-ordinator (although other network

partners may take the lead on different phases of the work programme.)

* It is vital that the whole of the network be actively associated with its activities




Maximum 200 000 euro per year, maximum co-financing rate 75%. Support is given for maximum 3 years.

Institution European Commission SOCRATES & YOUTH Office

Person in charge

Equipe Erasmus

Rue de la Loi, 200

B-1049 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 2 296 16 55

[email protected]




www.eufunds.info


170. LLP - GRUNDTVIG

Which fund is it? LLP - GRUNDTVIG


Duration 2007-2013


Resume Grants to cover teaching and learning projects in adult education intended to learners and

trainers

Domains concerned Social Affairs - Education - Training

Who can apply?

Research centres - Local and Regional authorities - Schools - Corporations - Training centres -

Federations Unions - Administrations States - Agencies Chambers - Development NGOs -

SMEs - Universities – Associations


Useful links


http://eacea.ec.europa.eu/llp/grundtvig/grundtvig_en.php

http://www.grundtvig.org.uk/


OBJECTIVES:

* Respond to the educational challenge of an ageing population in Europe

* Help provide adults with pathways to improving their knowledge and competences

* Reinforce mobility throughout Europe of individuals involved in adult education

* Reinforce cooperation between organisations involved in adult education throughout Europe

* Assist people from vulnerable social groups and in marginal social contexts, in particular older people and those

who have left education without basic qualifications, in order to give them alternative opportunities to access adult

education

* Facilitate the development of innovative practices in adult education and their transfer, including from a participating

country to others

* Support the development of innovative ICT-based content, services, pedagogies and practice for lifelong learning

* Improve pedagogical approaches and the management of adult education organisations

FINANCED ACTIONS:

* Preparatory Visits: help to establish a Partner to get to know suitable partner institutions and develop a workplan

1. Mobility

* Visits, assistantships and exchanges for participants in formal and non-formal adult education, including the training

and professional development of adult education staff






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2. Grundtvig learning partnerships

* Focus on themes of mutual interest to the participating organisations

3. Multilateral projects aimed at improving adult education systems through the development and transfer of

innovation and good practice

4. Grundtvig networks: thematic networks of experts and organisations

* Developing adult education in the discipline, subject area or management aspect to which they relate

* Identifying, improving and disseminating relevant good practice and innovation

* Providing content support to projects and partnerships set up by others and facilitating interactivity between such

projects and partnerships

* Promoting the development of needs analysis and quality assurance within adult education

5. Accompanying measures: actions not eligible under the GRUNDTVIG actions but which contribute to its objectives




The maximum amount depends on the type of support awarded: individual mobility grants, partnerships or

multilateral projects.

Institution Education Audiovisual & Culture Executive Agency

Person in charge

Marta Maria FERREIRA LOURENCO

Avenue du Bourget 1

BE-1140 Brussels

code

Belgium

32 2 2962658

[email protected]




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171. LLP - GRUNDTVIG - MOBILITY

Which fund is it? LLP - GRUNDTVIG - MOBILITY


Duration 2007-2013


Resume Mobility grants: participants in formal and non-formal training and educational staff specialising

adult education.

Domains concerned Education – Training

Who can apply?

Local and Regional authorities - Schools - Training centres - Federations Unions -

Administrations States - Agencies Chambers - Universities - Associations - International

Organisation


Useful links





OBJECTIVES:

* Improve the quality of adult learning provisions by facilitating transnational training experiences for educational staff

* Encourage people to gain a broader understanding of lifelong learning in Europe and to improve their practical

teaching/ coaching/ counselling skills

For foreign language teachers, the courses normally take place in a country where the target language is spoken and

taught.

FINANCED ACTIONS:

1* Assistantships: Individual Adult Learner Mobility

2* Workshops: Teaching Experience for Future or Recently Qualified Adult Education Teachers

3* In-service Staff Training for Adult Education Staff (up to 6 weeks)

- Training taking place in another European country and in the form of a structured course for school education staff

(at least 5 full working days); more informal training (placement or observation period in a school or in an NGO,

public authority; participation in a European conference or seminar

- An on-line database of training activities is available to help identify training eligible for funding:

http://ec.europa.eu/education/trainingdatabase/

4* "GIVE": new initiative for Senior Volunteering Projects






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Eligible target groups:

This action is open to every individual working in the field of adult learning within the formal or the non-formal system

or providing informal education:

* Teachers / trainers working with adults, and the trainers of such teachers / trainers

* Heads and managerial staff of institutions providing adult learning opportunities or remedial education

* Counsellors, tutors, mentors, the inspectorate

* Persons such as mediators and street educators working with people at risk of social exclusion

* Persons involved in intercultural education or performing educational tasks relating to migrant workers, Gypsies and

travellers, and occupational travellers

* Staff assisting people who have special educational needs




This individual mobility grant will be calculated to cover travel costs, preparation and subsistence costs and course

fees.


Person in charge

Ute HALLER-BLOCH

Avenue du Bourget 1

BE-1140 Brussels

code

Belgium

32 2 29 842 32

[email protected]




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172. LLP - GRUNDTVIG - MULTILATERAL PROJECTS

Which fund is it? LLP - GRUNDTVIG - MULTILATERAL PROJECTS


Duration 2007-2013


Resume Grants for development, modernisation and innovation projects in the field of adult education.

Domains concerned Education – Training - Innovation

Who can apply? Local and Regional authorities - Training centres - Federations Unions - Administrations States

- Agencies Chambers - SMEs - Universities - Associations


Useful links





OBJECTIVES:

* Promote European cooperation in the field of adult education, both formal and non-formal

* Improve the training of persons involved in the teaching of adults

* Pool knowledge and experience in order to achieve concrete and innovative outcomes

* Pilot experiences and produce teaching products of high quality


* Improving the content and delivery of adult education, e.g.:

− Production, testing, comparative appraisal/dissemination of innovative curricula, methodologies and modules

− Development of Grundtvig training courses for adult education teachers, managers or other adult education staff

− Innovative initiatives for the initial or further training of adult educators

* Improving adult education at a system/policy level, e.g.:

− Development of qualitative and statistical indicators, tools and databases of good practice in the field of formal,

non-formal or informal adult learning

− Developing/disseminating innovative funding models for adult education, Organising awareness-raising activities to

promote lifelong learning

* Improving the accessibility of learning opportunities for adults, e.g.:

− Developing/disseminating strategies to stimulate demand for learning among adults

− Developing the lifelong learning dimension of educational establishments in the formal sector, such as higher

education institutions and secondary schools






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− Promoting the development of multi-purpose learning centres and regional networks of learning providers

− Promoting interaction between formal and non-formal adult education and workplace-based general learning

* Improving the management of adult learning, e.g.:

− Measures addressing the non-teaching staff of adult education institutions, measures addressing labour or welfare

organisations, trade unions

− Measures to develop the learning dimension of organisations not primarily concerned with adult education (e.g.

cultural organisations)

− Comparative analysis of management models and approaches.

Mixed partnerships involving institutions from both the formal and non-formal sector are particularly encouraged.

Minimum 3 partners from 3 different countries (1 from a EU Member State) are required.




Maximum 150 000 euro/year. Maximum co-financing rate 75%. Financial support may be available for a period of 2

years maximum.


Person in charge

Ute HALLER-BLOCH


BE-1140 Brussels

code

Belgium

32 2 29 842 32

[email protected]




www.eufunds.info


173. LLP - GRUNDTVIG - NETWORKS

Which fund is it? LLP - GRUNDTVIG - NETWORKS


Duration 2007-2013


Resume Grants for the creation and implementation of Grundtvig Networks in adult education



Administrations States - Agencies Chambers - Universities - Associations


Useful links





OBJECTIVES of each network in its own area of work:

* Promote European co-operation and innovation, notably by assisting in the networking of Grundtvig projects and

partnerships

* Further the debate on important aspects of policy and practice

* Provide an overview of a field (through comparative studies and analyses) within a European context

* Promote the dissemination of findings and recommendations and good practices

FINANCED ACTIONS of the networks:

* Activities to facilitate and enhance European co-operation, such as exchanging information, training of project co-

ordinators, promoting new projects, disseminating project results and good practice

* Activities to promote educational innovation and best practice in the thematic area concerned, such as comparative

analyses, case studies, formulating recommendations and organising working groups, seminars or conferences

* Activities relating to project co-ordination and management

Each network should at least:

* Establish and maintain a good quality website to support information exchange and dissemination

* Produce an annual report on the state of innovation in its area of activity

* Fully inform the „players‟ in Grundtvig about the network's events and activities

* Organise at least one annual meeting of Grundtvig projects in the thematic area of the network. This meeting can

also be in the form of an open seminar or conference






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* Have a sound strategy for sustaining the network after the co-financing by the Community has been terminated or

substantially reduced

* Set in place appropriate mechanisms for internal assessment of progress and for quality assurance and

dissemination of results

Partnership requirements for networks:

* A network must comprise minimum 10 organisations from at least 10 different countries participating in LLP, at least

one of which must be an EU Member State, but the more countries involved, the better are the chances.

Only Turkey can apply among the Candidate countries.




Maximum 150 000 euro/year. Maximum co-financing rate 75%. Financial support may be available for a period of 3

years maximum.


Person in charge

Ute HALLER-BLOCH

Avenue du Bourget 1

BE-1140 Brussels

code

Belgium

32 2 29 842 32

[email protected]




www.eufunds.info


174. LLP - GRUNDTVIG - PARTNERSHIPS

Which fund is it? LLP - GRUNDTVIG - PARTNERSHIPS


Duration 2007-2013


Resume Grants for the creation of learning partnerships in adult education



Administrations States - Agencies Chambers - Universities - Associations


Useful links http://www.grundtvig.org.uk/page.asp?section=000100010040&sectionTitle=How+to+Apply

http://ec.europa.eu/education/programmes/llp/guide/fiches/grund5_en.html


OBJECTIVES:

* The Grundtvig learning partnership is a framework for small-scale co-operation activities between organisations

working in the field of adult learning in the broadest sense

* Learning Partnerships focus more on process, and aim to broaden the participation of smaller organisations that

want to include European cooperation in their education activities

* In a Grundtvig Learning Partnership trainers and learners from a number of participating countries work together on

one or more topics of common interest to the co-operating organisations. This exchange of experiences, practices

and methods contributes to an increased awareness of the varied European cultural, social and economic scene, and

to a better understanding of areas of common interest

FINANCED ACTIONS:

* Partner meetings and seminars

* Exchanges of staff (and, to a more limited extent, adult learners) involved in project activities

* Exchanges of experience and good practice, by all appropriate means and in particular using information and

communication technology (e.g. websites, e-mail, video-conferencing)

* Making of technical objects, drawings and arts objects related to the project

* Fieldwork, project research etc.

* Performances (e.g. theatre plays, musicals, etc.)

* Organisation of exhibitions, production and dissemination of information material

* Linguistic preparation for persons about to carry out mobility assignments, in order to ensure that persons involved

in transnational mobility activities possess the necessary competence in the language(s) of instruction of the partner

institution

http://www.grundtvig.org.uk/page.asp?section=000100010040&sectionTitle=How+to+Apply

http://ec.europa.eu/education/programmes/llp/guide/fiches/grund5_en.html



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* Cooperation with other projects in related subject areas (including Grundtvig Networks, see EUROFUNDING

sheet), sharing experience with other institutions in the region, etc.

* Self-evaluation activities

* Dissemination of project experience and outcomes

PARTNERSHIP:

A Learning Partnership must consist of institutions / organisations from at least 3 of the countries participating in LLP,

of which at least 1 must be an EU Member State.

Only Turkey can apply among the Candidate countries.




A lump sum of 5000 euro and a variable amount to contribute to international travel and subsistence costs.

Institution Education Audiovisual & Culture Executive Agency SOCRATES & YOUTH Office

Person in charge

Ute HALLER-BLOCH

Avenue du Bourget 1

BE-1140 Brussels

code

Belgium

32 2 29 842 32

[email protected]




www.eufunds.info


175. LLP - LEONARDO DA VINCI

Which fund is it? LLP - LEONARDO DA VINCI


Duration 2007-2013


Resume Grants replying to teaching and learning needs in vocational education and training, other than

advanced vocational education and training at tertiary level

Domains concerned Education – Training - Innovation - New technologies


Administrations States - Agencies Chambers - SMEs - Universities - International Organisation



http://eacea.ec.europa.eu/llp/leonardo/leonardo_da_vinci_en.php


OBJECTIVES:

* Reinforce mobility throughout Europe of people involved in initial vocational education and training and in continuing

training

* Reinforce co-operation between institutions or organisations providing learning opportunities, enterprises, social

partners and other relevant bodies throughout Europe

* Facilitate the development of innovative practices in the field of vocational education and training other than at

tertiary level, and their transfer, including from one participating country to others

* Improve the transparency and recognition of qualifications and competences, including those acquired through non-

formal and informal learning

* Encourage the learning of modern foreign languages


FINANCED ACTIONS:

* Preparatory visits: get to know suitable partners and establish a workplan to prepare the project application

1. Mobility

* Transnational placements in enterprises or in training institutions

* Placements and exchanges aimed at the further professional development of trainers and guidance counsellors,

and at those responsible for training establishments and for training planning and career guidance within enterprises

2. Partnerships focusing on themes of mutual interest to the participating organisations

3. Multilateral projects aimed at improving training systems

* 3.1 Projects focusing on the transfer of innovation involving the linguistic, cultural and legal adaptation to national


http://eacea.ec.europa.eu/llp/leonardo/leonardo_da_vinci_en.php



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needs of innovative products and processes developed in different contexts

* 3.2 Projects focusing on the development of innovation and good practice

4. Multilateral thematic networks of experts and organisations working on specific issues related to vocational

education and training

5. Accompanying Measures: communication activities, thematic monitoring of projects and

dissemination and exploitation of project results




The maximum amount depends on the type of support awarded: individual mobility grants, multilateral projects,

networks.


Person in charge

M. Joao DELGADO

Avenue du Bourget 1

BE-1140 Brussels

code

Belgium

32 2 2953781

[email protected]




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176. LLP - LEONARDO DA VINCI - MOBILITY

Which fund is it? LLP - LEONARDO DA VINCI - MOBILITY


Duration 2007-2013


Resume Grants for transnational mobility projects intended for persons following a professionnal

training and for trainers.


Who can apply?


Federations Unions - Administrations States - Agencies Chambers - SMEs - Universities –

Associations




OBJECTIVES:

* Supporting transnational mobility actions for people in training, more especially young people undergoing training or

endeavouring to enter the labour market, young employed workers or job seekers, recent graduates, students

registered

* Support of transnational mobility of persons responsible for vocational training and/or human resources

FINANCED ACTIONS:

* Preparatory Visits: to help institutions eligible for the programme to contact and meet suitable partner institutions

* Transnational Placements in Enterprises or Training Institutions for Trainees in Initial Vocational Training (IVT)

- Period of vocational training and/or work experience undertaken by an individual beneficiary (apprentice, pupil,

trainee, etc in IVT) in an enterprise or a training institution in another participating country - 2 to 39 weeks

* Transnational Placements in Enterprises or Training Institutions for People in the Labour Market (PLM)

- Period of vocational training and/or work experience undertaken by an individual beneficiary (people in the labour

market: workers, self-employed or people available for employment, including graduates) in a partner organisation in

another participating country - Duration: 2 to 26 weeks

* Placement and Exchanges - Mobility for Professionals in Vocational Education and Training (VETPRO)

- Mobility project for Professionals in Vocational Education and Training with a focus on the transfer, improvement

and update of competences and/or of innovative methods and practices in the field of vocational training. It can also

cover vocational language learning of professionals. Duration: 1 to 6 weeks

PRIORITIES:

* Linguistic and cultural preparation




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* Objectives, content and duration of the stay abroad

* Pedagogical organisation, tutoring and mentoring

* Validation of the skills acquired

In addition, all individuals benefiting from a period of mobility within the programme will, on request and where

applicable, be awarded a “Europass Mobility” document.




The amount of the individual grants vary according to the country and duration of the mobility period. Contact the

national agencies.


Person in charge

Joao DELGADO

Avenue du Bourget 1

BE-1140 Brussels

code

Belgium

32 22 95 37 81

[email protected]




www.eufunds.info


177. LLP - LEONARDO DA VINCI - MULTILATERAL PROJECTS

Which fund is it? LLP - LEONARDO DA VINCI - MULTILATERAL PROJECTS


Duration 2007-2013


Resume Grants for transnational project to develop innovation and quality in the field of professional

training

Domains concerned Education – Training - Innovation - New technologies

Who can apply? Research centres - Local and Regional authorities - Corporations - Training centres -

Federations Unions - Administrations States - SMEs - Universities - Associations


Useful links http://ec.europa.eu/education/programmes/llp/guide/fiches/leonardo6_en.html

http://eacea.ec.europa.eu/llp/leonardo/leonardo_da_vinci_multilateral_projects_en.php


OBJECTIVES:

* Improve the quality of training systems through the development of innovative contents, methods and procedures

within Vocational Education and Training (VET)

* Improve the quality and attractiveness of the European VET system by adapting and integrating innovative content

or results from previous Leonardo da Vinci Projects, or from other innovative projects into public and/or private

vocational training systems and companies at the national, local, regional, or sectoral level

FINANCED ACTIONS:

* Transfer of Innovation

- Identifying and analysing targeted user requirements

- Selecting and analysing innovative content to meet these requirements and analysing the feasibility of transfer

- Integrating (or certifying) it in European, national, regional, local and/or sectoral training systems and practices

* Development of Innovation

- Developing something new (contents, methods, procedures etc.) as the end result of the project

- Finding a new solution to help several countries to cope with a common challenge in the VET area for which there

does not yet exist an answer

PRIORITIES:

* Transparency and recognition of competences and qualifications

* Developing the quality and attractiveness of VET systems and practices

* Developing the skills and competences of VET teachers, trainers and tutors

http://ec.europa.eu/education/programmes/llp/guide/fiches/leonardo6_en.html

http://eacea.ec.europa.eu/llp/leonardo/leonardo_da_vinci_multilateral_projects_en.php



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* Develop Vocational Skills considering the labour market needs

* Raising competence levels of groups at risk




Transfer of Innovation: maximum 150 000 euro per year. Development of Innovation: maximum 250 000 euro per

year. Maximum co-financing rate 75%.


Person in charge

M. Joao DELGADO

Avenue du Bourget 1

BE-1140 Brussels

code

Belgium

(32) 2 2953781

[email protected]




www.eufunds.info


178. LLP - LEONARDO DA VINCI - NETWORKS

Which fund is it? LLP - LEONARDO DA VINCI - NETWORKS

Amount Annual budget : 4 million euro

Duration 2007-2013


Resume Grants to support transnational thematic networks of European competencies


Who can apply?


Federations Unions - Administrations States - Agencies Chambers - SMEs - Universities -

Associations


Useful links http://eacea.ec.europa.eu/llp/leonardo/leonardo_da_vinci_thematic_networks_en.php


OBJECTIVES:

* Pool knowledge in a specific domain to share experience and foster innovation in vocational training by bringing

together experts or organisations

* Identify trends and skills requirements in this area and improve the anticipated benefit of vocational training

* Publish the results of work undertaken by such transnational networks so as to promote greater innovation and

transnational co-operation in vocational training

FINANCED ACTIONS:

* Establish a vocational training network between multiple players by bringing together in the participating countries,

at the regional or sectoral level, the public and private players concerned

* Carrying out a work programme on a given subject: This principle implies that the Community financial support is

granted for the implementation of the work programme and related activities rather than for the existence of the

network

* Ensuring that the activities of the network are not confined to their contractual period only: From the outset each

network should foresee a strategy to allow its activities to be continued beyond the period financed by the Community

* The proposals should also include the provision, based on the initial results, for a widening of the network,

accompanied by a plan for canvassing new potential partners

Only the projects of the networks will be funded, not the networks per se.

THEMATIC NETWORKS :

* Automobile manufacturing and maintenance

* Processing industries, chemical industry in particular

http://eacea.ec.europa.eu/llp/leonardo/leonardo_da_vinci_thematic_networks_en.php



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* Transport and logistics

* Construction

* Hotel and catering

* Trade

* Craft sector

* Banking, insurance and financial services




Maximum 200 000 euro er year for each network, maximum 75% of the total projects expenses.


Person in charge

M. Joao DELGADO

Avenue du Bourget 1

BE-1140 Brussels

code

Belgium

32 2 2953781

[email protected]




www.eufunds.info


179. LLP - LEONARDO DA VINCI - PARTNERSHIPS

Which fund is it? LLP - LEONARDO DA VINCI - PARTNERSHIPS


Duration 2007-2013


Resume A Leonardo da Vinci Partnership is a framework for small-scale cooperation activities between

organisations working in the field of vocational education and training ("VET") which will be

cooperating on themes of mutual interest to the participating organisations.

Domains concerned Employment - Social Affairs - Education - Training


Administrations States - Agencies Chambers - SMEs - Associations


Useful links http://ec.europa.eu/education/leonardo-da-vinci/doc1018_en.htm


OBJECTIVES:

Partnerships must implement the objectives and tools of the Copenhagen process and the Helsinki declaration

(transparency, EQF, ECVET, quality assurance, excellence of skills, etc.):

* Improving the attractiveness and quality of VET

* Development and implementation of common tools for VET

* Strengthening mutual learning

* Taking all stakeholders on board

PRIORITY AREAS:

* Development of guidance and advice on VET

* Opening VET to flexible pathways and create better conditions for transition to working life

* Reinforce or create closer links of VET with working life

* Promoting the recognition of non-formal and informal learning

* Responding to the needs of the labour market, particularly of SMEs, anticipation of skills needed in labour market

* Improve the qualification of teachers and trainers

* Support the implementation of Quality assurance in VET

* Cooperate in the area of transparency of VET systems (i.e. ECVET, EQF, Europass…)

* Support the development of national qualifications frameworks in relation to EQF

* Cooperate to test and apply common concepts developed at European level

FINANCED ACTIONS:

* Activities must be clearly linked to VET topics and may involve cooperation between VET institutions and

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enterprises and/or social partners, trainees or parents associations on issues of common interest linked to VET

* Generate results and outcomes for later dissemination and further applications (a common report, a conference, a

CD, a tangible product)

PARTNERSHIP:

The partnership should include partners from at least 3 participating countries. One of the partners must act as

coordinator.




Max. 150 000 euro - max 75% of the eligible costs Funding is based on pre-defined flat rate amounts that depend on

the number of mobility activities (travel abroad necessary to participate to the activities) planned by the applicant

institutions.


Person in charge

M. Joao DELGADO

Avenue du Bourget 1

BE-1140 Brussels

code

Belgium

(32) 2 2953781

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180. LLP - TRANSVERSAL PROGRAMME

Which fund is it? LLP - TRANSVERSAL PROGRAMME


Duration 2007-2013


Resume Grants to improve quality of education and training systems in Europe through 4 fields of

action: policy cooperation, language learning, ICT, Dissemination.

Domains concerned Public management - Information - Education – Training - Innovation - New technologies

Who can apply? Local and Regional authorities - Schools - Training centres - Administrations States -

Universities – Associations


Useful links

http://ec.europa.eu/education/programmes/llp/transversal/index_en.html

http://eacea.ec.europa.eu/llp/funding/2011/call_lifelong_learning_2011.php



OBJECTIVES:

* Ensure an adequate supply of comparable data and statistics to underpin policy development, to monitor progress

towards objectives

* Promote language learning and support linguistic diversity in the Member States


* Ensure that the results of the Lifelong Learning Programme are appropriately recognised, demonstrated and

implemented on a wide scale

4 KEY AREAS:

* Policy cooperation and innovation in lifelong learning

* Language learning

* Information and communication technologies (ICT)

* Dissemination

AMONG THE FINANCED ACTIONS (see EUROFUNDING sheets for each area):

1. Individual mobility, study visits for experts and officials, directors of education establishments and guidance

services, and for social partners

2. Multilateral projects aimed at:

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* Developing new language learning materials, online courses, tools and courses for teachers

* Development and distribution of innovative methods, contents, services and environments

3. Multilateral fora or networks of experts and/or institutions aimed at:

* Working together on policy issues related to the lifelong learning content, methodologies and policies, exchange

good practice, make proposals

4. Observation and analysis of policies and systems

* Studies and comparative research, development of indicators and statistical surveys, cooperation with Eurostat,

support for the operation of the Eurydice network

* Mechanisms for evaluation, quality improvement, analysis of trends with respect to technology and pedagogy

5. Other Actions: * Support recognition of qualifications including networks of organisations (Euroguidance) and

National Academic Recognition Information Centres (NARICs), support for transnational web-based services

(Ploteus), activities under Europass

* Marketing, publicity and information campaigns, conferences in the field of language learning




Amounts depend on the support provided: individual scholarships, multilateral projects, networks, etc .


Person in charge

Ralf RAHDERS

Avenue du Bourget 1

BE-1140 Brussels

code

Belgium

32 2 29 883 71

[email protected]




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181. LLP - TRANSVERSAL PROGRAMME - LANGUAGES

Which fund is it? LLP - TRANSVERSAL PROGRAMME - LANGUAGES


Duration 2007-2013


Resume Grants to improve language teaching and learning qualitatively and quantitatively.

Domains concerned Culture – Media - Education – Training - Innovation - Tourism

Who can apply? Research centres - Local and Regional authorities - Schools - Corporations - Training centres -

Federations Unions - Agencies Chambers - SMEs - Universities - Associations


Useful links http://ec.europa.eu/education/programmes/llp/structure/transversal_en.html



OBJECTIVES:

* Encourage and support linguistic diversity throughout the European Union

* Contribute to an improvement in the quality of language teaching and learning

* Promote access to lifelong language learning opportunities appropriate to each individual‟s needs

FINANCED ACTIONS:

1* Multilateral projects

- Awareness raising activities: promotion of languages; information about language learning opportunities;

improvement of access to language learning facilities. Main target group: people with little or no experience of

language learning, or who are reluctant language learners.

- Development and dissemination of language learning materials: creating, adapting, refining or exchanging one or

more of the following products: educational media/materials for foreign language teaching; methods and tools

designed to recognise/evaluate language skills; curricula and language learning methodologies

2* Multilateral networks in the field of language learning and linguistic diversity

- Facilitate and enhance European co-operation: exchanging information, training of project co-ordinators, promoting

new projects, disseminating project results and good practice

- Promote educational innovation and best practice in the thematic area concerned: comparative analyses, case

studies, formulating recommendations and organising working groups, seminars or conferences

- Activities relating to project co-ordination and management

3. Accompanying Measures: To cover communication activities, thematic monitoring of projects and dissemination

and exploitation of project results

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Throughout the programme, particular attention is paid to the development of skills in the less widely used and less

taught official Community languages (the „LWULT‟ languages).

In those cases where languages from non-participating countries are targeted, at least 1 internationally educational

institution located in 1 (or more) participating country(ies) must be present in the network. Partners located outside

the participating countries will not be eligible for funding.




Multilateral projects: maximum 200 000 euro per year, max. 75%. Networks: maximum 150 000 euro per year, max.

75%.


Person in charge

Luca DALPOZZO


B-1049 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 229 517 71

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182. LLP - TRANSVERSAL PROGRAMME - POLICY COOPERATION AND

INNOVATION

Which fund is it? LLP - TRANSVERSAL PROGRAMME - POLICY COOPERATION AND INNOVATION


Duration 2007-2013


Resume Studies and analysis relating to educational policicies and systems

Domains concerned Public management - Information - Education – Training - Innovation


Unions - Administrations States - Universities - Associations - International Organisation


Useful links http://ec.europa.eu/education/programmes/llp/structure/policy_en.html

http://eacea.ec.europa.eu/llp/ka1/policy_cooperation_innovation_en.php


OBJECTIVES:

* Further the process of educational innovation in Europe through the exchange of information and experience, the

identification of good practice, the comparative analysis of systems and policies in this field, and the discussion and

analysis of matters of common educational policy interest to be determined by the Council

FINANCED ACTIONS:

1* Study Visits:

- For education decision makers: 3-5 days‟ visit organised locally or regionally by the relevant educational authorities

of the host country within an overall programme of visits coordinated at national level by the National Agency and at

the European level by the Commission

Each visit brings together 10 to 15 participants from several different countries

- For vocational training decision makers: study visits managed by the Cedefop (see EUROFUNDING sheet), taking

place in small groups of 10 to 15 people all active in the field of vocational training in the EU and associated

countries. The visit is 3-5 days‟ long.

2* Studies and Comparative Research

- Comparative studies and research, research networks and research conferences as well as publication and

dissemination of results

3* Networks (Novelty 2011)

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- Creation of transversal networks that promote

mutual policy learning and exchange of information on good practices and critical factors for the development and

implementation of coherent and comprehensive approaches

PRIORITIES FOR STUDIES AND RESEARCH:

* Promoting excellence, efficiency and equity in higher education: student access and retention

* Further development of adult learning provision: identification, assessment and promotion of quality in organisation,

management and funding of adult learning

* Addressing weaknesses in preschools and in obligatory education concerning acquisition of key competences

* Promoting attractiveness and quality of vocational education and training: governance of VET systems and

improving understanding of the links between VET, higher education and working life

* The role of creative activities in the learning process and their impact on people's capacities for innovation




Studies and Research: maximum 250 000 euro yearly, maximum 75% of the total eligible costs. Amounts of mobility

grants vary according to the host country.


Person in charge

Ralf RAHDERS

Avenue du Bourget 1

BE-1140 Brussels

code

Belgium

32 2 29 883 71

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183. LLP - TRANSVERSAL PROGRAMME - POLICY COOPERATION AND

INNOVATION - NARIC

Which fund is it? LLP - TRANSVERSAL PROGRAMME - POLICY COOPERATION AND INNOVATION -

NARIC


Duration 2007-2013


Resume Network of national information centres on academic recognition


Who can apply? Training centres - Administrations States - Agencies Chambers - Universities


Useful links http://eacea.ec.europa.eu/llp/ka1/policy_cooperation_innovation_en.php


NARIC centres are in charge of promoting:

* Integration of national educational systems

* Student and university professors mobility

* Freedom of movement by providing them with information and necessary advice for the recognition of diplomas and

study stay abroad, for academic purposes and often for professional purpose.

* Quality and transparency of education systems

* Process of educational innovation in Europe

NETWORK'S ACTIVITIES:

* Development of tools supporting the transfer and transparency of qualifications and skills:

- The Certificate Supplement for vocational qualifications

- The European Community Course Credit Transfer System (ECTS) for recognition of periods of study abroad

- The common European format for Curriculum Vitae for a simple and efficient presentation of individual qualifications

and skills

- Europass training, a passport indicating the knowledge and experience acquired in formal and non-formal training

(see EUROFUNDING sheet "EUROPASS")

Functioning of the network:

The Commission promotes close co-operation between the NARICs through:

* The organisation of regular (currently bi-annual) meetings of the heads of the centres

* The setting up of working groups on issues of common interest

* The award of special financial assistance within the Commission's study visits, to enable officials from the centres




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to visit their counterparts in other eligible countries in order to better understand national systems and procedures for

academic recognition

* The award of financial assistance for projects aiming to promote recognition in their national setting and support

transnational co-operation in recognition (workshops, training seminars, transnational study projects, electronic

communication, publications, etc.)

* Cooperation with the ENIC network of National Information Centres on academic recognition and mobility (network

supported by the Council of Europe and UNESCO)


Periodicity No application process.


No funding is granted. NARIC centres provide information, advice and tools.


Person in charge

Ruard WALLIS DE VRIES

Rue de la Loi, 200

B-1049 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 2 299 81 13

[email protected]




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184. LLP - TRANSVERSAL PROGRAMME -DIFFUSION - VALORISATION

Which fund is it? LLP - TRANSVERSAL PROGRAMME -DIFFUSION - VALORISATION


Duration 2007-2013


Resume Grants to support projects and studies aimed at disseminating the results of LLP programme


Who can apply?

Research centres - Local and Regional authorities - Training centres - Federations Unions -


Organisation


Useful links http://eacea.ec.europa.eu/llp/funding/2010/call_lifelong_learning_2010.php


OBJECTIVES :

* Help create a framework for the effective exploitation of the results of the Lifelong Learning Programme (LLP) and

previous related programmes at sectoral, regional, national and European levels

* Ensure that the results of the LLP are appropriately recognised, demonstrated and implemented on a wide scale

PRIORITIES:

- Development of a suitable framework (analysis, mechanisms, methodologies and practical tools) to facilitate the

exploitation of project and programme results

- Cross-programme actions promoting the exploitation of results at European level (by sector, theme, user group…)

- Promotion of ‟exploitation‟ activities by regional/European/sectoral networks

FINANCED ACTIONS :

1* Unilateral and national projects

2* Multilateral projects (of max. 2 years), aimed inter alia at:

- Actions to further develop and embed a European strategy on exploitation of results in the field of lifelong learning:

supporting studies, demonstration projects, development and testing of methodologies, business models and

practical tools for sharing, transfer and exploitation of results

- Actions to test and develop ways of transferring and embedding project results into policy, defining and presenting

mechanisms to link projects, programmes and policies, and supporting and reinforcing on-going European

cooperation actions in particular in connection with OMC actions/priorities, benchmarking etc.

- European level activities to promote active exploitation of results (conferences, seminars). Priority will be given to

actions for exploitation of results by existing networks

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the exploitation of results (e.g. actions to identify network contacts, establish an „exploitation‟ remit for the network(s),

promote and implement marketing techniques and methodologies for the transfer and exploitation of results)

- Actions to support the improved accessibility of project results

3* Establishment of reference material

- Collection of relevant statistical data

- Studies in the field of dissemination, the exploitation of results and the exchange of good practice




Multilateral projects: maximum 150 000 euro per year, maximum co-financing rate 75%.


Person in charge

Ute HALLER-BLOCK

Avenue du Bourget 1

BE-1140 Brussels

code

Belgium

32 2 29 842 32

[email protected]




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185. LLP - TRANSVERSAL PROGRAMME ICT

Which fund is it? LLP - TRANSVERSAL PROGRAMME ICT


Duration 2007-2013


Resume Grants for the integration of Information and Communication technologies in the education and

training systems in Europe

Domains concerned Culture – Media - Information - Education – Training - New technologies - Telecommunications


Unions - Agencies Chambers - Universities - Associations - International Organisation


Useful links http://ec.europa.eu/education/programmes/llp/transversal/index_en.html

http://eacea.ec.europa.eu/llp/funding/2008/call/index_en.htm


OBJECTIVES:

* Explore and promote ways and means of using ICT for strengthening social and educational innovation and

change, personal development, fostering intercultural dialogue, and fighting the digital divide

* Promote and develop the use of e-learning as an enabling factor for the implementation of the lifelong learning

paradigm in Europe

* Exploit the potential of e-learning for enhancing the European dimension in education

* Facilitate a more structured co-operation in the field of e-learning between the diverse Community programmes

* Provide mechanisms for encouraging improvement of products and services quality as well as for their effective

dissemination and for exchange of good practice

FINANCED ACTIONS:

* Multilateral projects aimed at promoting ICT enabled learning and at developing and distributing innovative

methods, contents, services and environments

* Networks aimed at sharing and exchanging knowledge, experience and good practice related to ICT enhanced

learning

- Increasing the visibility and awareness of the benefits and impacts of ICT enabled learning, contributing to the

uptake and efficient use of ICT for learning, organising conferences, workshops, fora, summer universities

* Other actions aimed at improving lifelong learning policy and practice: mechanisms for evaluation, observation,

benchmarking, quality improvement and the analysis of trends with respect to technology and pedagogy

PRIORITIES:


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* Multilateral Projects

- Developing and testing methodologies to measure and assess the impact of ICT in education

- Designing, developing and testing new scenarios or methods for linking up and connecting various learning

communities

* Networks

- Designing and implementing knowledge-sharing schemes

- Building new partnerships between all stakeholders

The programme is not about technology but about how learning can be enhanced through ICT. Open to all type of

organisation, public and private, including corporations, SMEs and administrations.


Periodicity Once a year following a call for proposals.


Multilateral projects: maximum 200 000 euro per year, max. 75%. Networks: maximum 150 000 euro per year, max.

75%.


Person in charge

S. ROHANOVA


B- 1140 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 2 299 18 06

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186. MANAGENERGY

Which fund is it? MANAGENERGY




Resume Initiative for the promotion and exchange of best practices in the field of energy management

Domains concerned Public management - Information - Transport - Energy – Environment

Who can apply? Local and Regional authorities - Agencies Chambers

Regions European Union - Candidate countries - New Independant States - European Economic Area


Useful links http://www.managenergy.net/


OBJECTIVES:

* To provide European support for local energy and transport activities

* To facilitate global thinking on strategic local issues and support local actors in the capacity building process for

better use of available solutions to sustainable energy and transport problems

* To encourage the use of renewable sources of energy (including biomass)

* To promote the rational use of energy and cover some aspects of alternative means of transport and clean fuels

(hydrogen, liquid bio fuels) in EU Member States, CEECs and other European Countries

* Identifying expertise and success obtained to date through projects and other relevant activities carried out in

various regions and localities throughout Europe

* To promote good practice amongst local and regional energy agencies throughout Europe

FINANCED ACTIONS:

* To improve dissemination of good practices, facilitate transnational co-operation based on selected themes

* To facilitate easier contacts between local, regional, national and European actors

* Workshops, conferences and training events

* Website promotion via www.managenergy.net:

- Profiles and addresses of energy agencies and other relevant organisations focusing on renewable energy, energy

efficiency and clean urban transport at local and regional level

- Case studies illustrating good energy practice within Europe

- Access to relevant EU, national and international legislation, norms, standards

- Interactive thematic discussion form

- Partner search function

- Activities related to the development of new Community energy and transport legislation and action

- Details of a series of thematic workshops and conferences leading to training in good practices

- Publications produced by energy agencies and other energy and transport actors


Periodicity This initiative supports the energy efficiency programmes through calls for tenders.

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Participation to promotion and exchange activities on voluntary basis, no grants.

Who is in charge?


Person in charge

M. DOUBRAVA

Rue de la Loi, 200

B-1049 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 2 299 84 52

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187. MARCO POLO II

Which fund is it? MARCO POLO II

Amount Global annual budget: 65 million euro

Duration 2007-2013


Resume Grants for commercial projects that stimulate competitiveness of combined transport as

against exclusively road transport Domains concerned Transport - Environment - Services - New technologies


Agencies Chambers - SMEs


- Balkans

Useful links http://ec.europa.eu/transport/marcopolo/


OBJECTIVES:

* Enhance intermodality

* Reduce road congestion

* Improve the environmental performance of the freight transport system within the EU.

Quantifiable objective

* Shift at least the whole aggregate growth of international road freight transport to short sea, rail and inland

waterway modes, without being inhibited by the saturation effect. In total 144 billion tonnes-kilometres in the period

2007-2013.

5 TYPES OF FINANCED ACTIONS:

* Motorways of the sea action: innovative action directly shifting freight from road to short sea shipping (maximum

rate up to 35%)

* Traffic avoidance action: innovative action integrating transport into production logistics to timely avoid a large

percentage of freight transport by road while maintaining overall production output and production workforce on EU

territory (maximum rate up to 35%)

* Modal shift actions shall directly shifting freight from road to short sea shipping, rail, inland waterways or a

combination of modes of transport in which road journeys are as short as possible (maximum rate up to 35%)

* Catalyst actions: To change the way non-road freight transport is conducted. Structural market barriers in European

freight transport should be overcome through a highly innovative concept: - causing a real breakthrough.

(maximum rate up to 35%)

* Common learning actions: enhance knowledge in the freight logistics sector and foster advanced methods and

procedures of co-operation in the freight market. Under this type of action improvement of co-operation and sharing

of know-how is subsidised: mutual training – coping with an increasingly complex transport and logistics market.

(maximum rate up to 50%)


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Periodicity Once a year during the first quarter of the year.


Maximum EC contribution rate 35% of the projects costs (50% for common learning actions).

Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Szymon Oscislowski

Rue de la Loi, 200

B-1049 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 2 299 21 33

32 2 297 95 06

[email protected]

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188. MEDIA 2007

Which fund is it? MEDIA 2007


Duration 2007-2013


Resume Support programme for the European audiovisual sector

Domains concerned Culture – Media - Information - Education – Training - Industry - Innovation - New technologies

- Trade

Who can apply? Corporations – SMEs


Useful links http://ec.europa.eu/culture/media/index_en.htm

http://europa.eu/legislation_summaries/audiovisual_and_media/l24224a_en.htm


OBJECTIVES:

* Preserve and enhance European cultural diversity and its cinematographic and audiovisual heritage, guarantee its

accessibility to European citizens and promote intercultural dialogue

* Increase the circulation of European audiovisual works inside and outside the EU

* Strengthen the competitiveness of the European audiovisual sector in the framework of an open and competitive

European market

PRIORITIES:

* Fostering creativity in the audiovisual sector and knowledge and dissemination of Europe‟s cinematographic and

audiovisual heritage

* Strengthening the production structure of the European audiovisual sector, particularly SMEs

* Reducing the imbalances in the European audiovisual market between high production capacity countries and

countries or regions with low production capacity and/or a restricted geographic and linguistic area

* Following and supporting market developments with regard to digitisation

3 FINANCED ACTIONS:

* Upstream of audiovisual production: Acquisition and improvement of skills in the audiovisual field and development

of European audiovisual works

* Downstream of audiovisual production: Distribution and promotion of European audiovisual works

* Pilot projects to ensure that the programme adjusts to market developments

Only Croatia is eligible for Candidate countries.

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EXAMPLES OF ACTIVITIES:

- Support the development and the implementation of training modules on identifying the target public, editing and

development of scripts for an international public

- Encourage mobility of cinema students in Europe

- Support the side costs of private financing of production and co-production projects presented by SMEs

- Support dubbing and subtitling for distribution and dissemination, through all available channels, of European

audiovisual works for the benefit of producers, distributors and broadcasters

- Establish a system of support for European international distribution companies of audiovisual works

Among the candidate countries, only Croatia is participating


Periodicity Several calls and publications every year.


Max. 50% of the cost of actions. Max. 60% for training activities in regions with low audiovisual production capacity;

development/distribution/promotion actions. Max 75% for training activities in the new Member States


Person in charge

Constantin DASKALAKIS

Avenue du Bourget 1

BE-1140 Brussels

code

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32 229 84302

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189. MEDIA 2007 - DEVELOPMENT - I2I AUDIOVISUAL

Which fund is it? MEDIA 2007 - DEVELOPMENT - I2I AUDIOVISUAL


Duration 2007-2013


Resume Facilitate the access to film and audiovisual production companies to external funding from

banks and other financial institutions

Domains concerned Culture – Media - Information - Industry - New technologies

Who can apply? Corporations - SMEs


Useful links http://eur-lex.europa.eu/LexUriServ/LexUriServ.do?uri=OJ:C:2010:304:0010:0012:EN:PDF


OBJECTIVES:

* Enhance the competitiveness of the European film and audiovisual industry

* Promote the creation of European cinematographic, television and educational works

* Act as a catalyst for support from the financial and banking sector for schemes undertaken by European audiovisual

firms

* Assist the European audiovisual industry to adapt to new technologies and the digitalisation of production,

distribution and archives

FINANCED ACTIONS:

* Reduce the cost of audiovisual insurance taken out for the production of a film or audiovisual work (Module 1)

* Reduce the cost of the completion guarantee for the production of a film or audiovisual work (Module 2)

* Reduce the cost of bank loans (discount)for the production of a film or audiovisual work (Module 3)

It is possible for one company to combine several modules by project and to submit two applications.

In the context of acting as a catalyst to support the film and audiovisual industry, EIB Group makes credit lines

(Global Loan and Risk Sharing Global Loan) available to the specialised banking sector for the funding of small and

medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in audiovisual creation, audiovisual technology or the performance of

subcontracting in this sector.

An action can be undertaken upstream to help film and audiovisual production companies to have access to external

funding from banks and other financial institutions, by funding some of the costs of the guarantees demanded by

these banks or financial institutions and/or part of the cost of a loan - Discount Contract Loan - for financing the

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production of their works (margin applied for "cinematographic and audiovisual risk").

MEDIA 2007 is open to Switzerland and to Croatia.




Up to 50% (up to 60% in some cases) of the Global budget, minimum 5 000 euro and up to 50 000 euro per project.


Person in charge



BE-1140 Brussels

code

Belgium

32 2 29 843 02

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190. MEDIA 2007 - DISTRIBUTION

Which fund is it? MEDIA 2007 - DISTRIBUTION


Duration 2007-2013


Resume Support to the distribution of European audiovisual works and of European films in movie

theatres, on video and on television.

Domains concerned Culture – Media - Information - Industry - Innovation - New technologies

Who can apply? Corporations - Federations Unions - Agencies Chambers - SMEs - Associations - International

Organisation




OBJECTIVES:

* Strengthen European distribution by encouraging distributors to invest in the co-production, acquisition and

promotion of non-national European films and to set up coordinated marketing strategies

* Improve the circulation of non-national European films on the European and international markets

* Promote the transnational dissemination of European audiovisual works produced by independent production

companies

* Encourage the digitisation of European audiovisual works and encourage cinemas to exploit the possibilities offered

by digital distribution


* Europe Cinema Network: Educational and awareness-raising activities for young cinema-goers, support to cinemas

and to digital technology

1/CINEMA:

* Automatic support for distributors by providing funds to operators based upon their record of generating an

audience for European films

* Selective support for consortium of minimum 5 distributors for investing in promotion and broadcasting of non-

national European movies

* Support to sales agents, calculated according to the performance of the company on the European market over a

given period

* Support to exhibitors based upon their record of generating an audience for European films over a given period

* Support to video-on-demand and to digital distribution in cinemas: Encourage publishers to invest in digital

technology and the promotion of non-national European works on video

* Film sales support: support mechanism to European sale agents and producers which promote and sell European




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films in major international film festival

2/TELEVISION :

* TV Broadcasting: Encourage independent production companies to produce works involving no less than two

broadcasters who participate or cooperate in several Member States and belong to different language zones

Special attention will be given to audiovisual works that contribute to linguistic and cultural diversity.


Periodicity Several times a year.


Up to 50% of the global budget. Example: Television up to 500 000 euro per work.


Person in charge

D. RANERI


B-1049 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 2 296 21 20

[email protected]




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191. MEDIA 2007 - PILOT PROJECTS

Which fund is it? MEDIA 2007 - PILOT PROJECTS


Duration 2007-2013


Resume Grants for the creation of experimental mechanisms to the enhancement of audiovisual works

Domains concerned Culture – Media - Information - Industry - Innovation - New technologies

Who can apply? Corporations - Federations Unions - Agencies Chambers - SMEs - Associations - International

Organisation


Useful links http://ec.europa.eu/culture/media/programme/newtech/pilot/forms/index_en.htm


OBJECTIVE:

* Preserve and enhance European cultural and linguistic diversity and its cinematographic and audiovisual heritage,

guarantee its accessibility to the public and promote intercultural dialogue

* Increase the circulation and viewership of European audiovisual works inside and outside the European Union,

including through greater cooperation between players

* Strengthen the competitiveness of the European audiovisual sector in the framework of an open and competitive

European market favourable to employment, including by promoting links between audiovisual professionals.

* Ensure that the programme adapts to market developments, mainly in connection with the introduction and use of

information and communication technologies

FINANCED ACTIONS:

* Distribution: To implement new production modes, notably linked with the introduction and the use of technologies

* Open environment to media production: to implement integrated production environment (interfaces and browsing

tools) for content production

Beneficiaries of this programme:

* Companies and organisations from the audiovisual industry and from related industries, in particular: content

providers (producers, directors, managers, sales agents, distributors), exhibitors, broadcasters, marketing experts,

rights holders, equipment manufacturers, data transport companies, technology integrators, leasing companies,

representative organisations from all sectors concerned (production, distribution, exhibition) and funding bodies

Only Croatia is eligible for Candidate countries.


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Up to 50% of the Global budget.


Person in charge

Matteo ZACCHETTI

Rue de Gen

B-1049 Bruxelles

code

Belgique

32 2 299 12 89

[email protected]




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192. MEDIA 2007 - PROMOTION

Which fund is it? MEDIA 2007 - PROMOTION


Duration 2007-2013


Resume Promotion activities to facilitate producers and distributors' access and participation to the

main international markets

Domains concerned Culture – Media - Information - Industry - New technologies - Trade

Who can apply? Local and Regional authorities - Corporations - Federations Unions - Agencies Chambers -

SMEs - Associations





OBJECTIVES:

* Support for films festivals and other audiovisual events

Promote European films and their distribution across Europe

* Facilitate access for European professionals to audiovisual markets inside Europe

- Improve the circulation of European audiovisual works

- Promote European cinematographic works, before or during the production phase

- Encourage common actions between national film and audiovisual programme promotion organisations

* Worldwide promotion European films

- Promoting the participation of European professionals and films in film festivals and markets outside Europe and

assisting local distribution


* Principal European and international film markets and television markets

* Special-interest markets: animation films, documentaries, multimedia, new technologies

* Audiovisual festivals screening a majority or significant proportion of European works and contributing to the

promotion of works from Member States or regions with low audiovisual production capacity and of works produced

by young Europeans, and enhancing cultural and linguistic diversity and intercultural dialogue

* Networking and coordination of European common actions and projects

* Organisation of events, in particular those targeting young people, to promote Europe's cinematographic and

audiovisual heritage





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SELECTION CRITERIA:

* Quality of the applications in particular for the services offered to the professionals, quality-price ratio of services,

European dimension, nature and reliability of the project co-financing, expertise in the field.




In general, maximum 50% of the global eligible budget.


Person in charge



B-1049 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 229 84302

[email protected]




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193. PARTICIPATION OF ALBANIA TO COMMUNITY ACTION PROGRAMMES

Which fund is it? PARTICIPATION OF ALBANIA TO COMMUNITY ACTION PROGRAMMES

Amount Annual budget: max. 10% of the national IPA budget



Resume Grants possibility allowing Albania to participate in European Community programmes

Domains concerned Employment - Research - Innovation - Citizenship - New technologies

Who can apply? Research centres - Training centres - Federations Unions - Administrations States - Agencies

Chambers - Development NGOs - Universities - Associations


Useful links http://www.2007-2013.eu/community.php


OBJECTIVES:

Community Programmes represent an important set of programmes adopted by the European Union in order to

promote co-operation between the Member States in different specific fields related to Union policies, over a period

of several years. Conceived at the beginning exclusively for the Member States, they have been gradually opened to

the participation of candidate countries in order to support their accession preparations.(see the other Candidate

countries sheets: Former Republic of Macedonia, Croatia, Turkey).

Albania can participate in the following PROGRAMMES (see EUROFUNDING sheets):

* Competitiveness and Innovation Framework Programme (CIP) several actions under the programme

* Framework programme for Research and Development (FP7)

* Europe for citizens

* Tempus IV

Once the Memoranda of Understanding will be signed, Albania will be able to participate to the Culture Programme

HOW DOES IT WORK, IN 3 STEPS?

1 * At the request of the country and on the basis of Association Council decisions and Agreements, Candidate

Countries may participate in certain European Union programmes and agencies, when they express their interest.

2 * The national part of the IPA (Instrument for Preaccession Assistance) will co-finance part of the contribution costs

of participating in those programmes and agencies. From 2007 onwards funding is available within the national

budget of Albania. Based on this decision, parts of the IPA budget are paid back to the EC programme budget.

Regarding the programmes for 2007-2013, Albania has already expressed its interest in continuing participating.

3 * The government must then sign new Memorandum of Understanding for each of the relevant programmes.


Periodicity Generally each Community programme launches a call once a year.


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Not specified

Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Marta GARCIA FIDALGO

Rue de la Loi 200

B-1049 Bruxelles

code

BELGIQUE

32 2 296 37 40

[email protected]




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194. PARTICIPATION OF BOSNIA TO COMMUNITY ACTION PROGRAMMES

Which fund is it? PARTICIPATION OF BOSNIA TO COMMUNITY ACTION PROGRAMMES

Amount Annual budget: max. 10% of the national IPA budget



Resume Grants possibility allowing Bosnia to participate in European Community programmes

Domains concerned Social Affairs - Research - Culture – Media - Transport - Education – Training - Environment -

Citizenship - Youth - Human Rights

Who can apply? Training centres - Federations Unions - Agencies Chambers - Development NGOs -

Universities – Associations




OBJECTIVES:





countries sheets: Former Republic of Macedonia, Croatia, Turkey).

Bosnia can participate in the following PROGRAMMES (see EUROFUNDING sheets):

* Marco Polo II

* Daphne III

* Competitiveness and Innovation Framework Programme (CIP)

* Lifelong Learning programme

* Youth in Action

* 7th Framework Programme, FP7

* Tempus IV

Once the Memoranda of Understanding will be signed, Bosnia will be able to participate to the Culture Programme



Countries may participate in certain European Union programmes and agencies, when they express their interest. .

2 * The national part of the IPA (Instrument for Precession Assistance) will co-finance part of the contribution costs of

participating in those programmes and agencies. From 2007 onwards funding is available within the national budget

of BiH. Based on this decision, parts of the IPA budget are paid back to the EC programme budget.

Regarding the programmes for 2007-2013, BiH has expressed its interest in continuing participating.





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According to the rule of maximum amount and rate defined in each Community programme. A maximum of 10% of

IPA National Programme will be used to co-finance participation to Community programmes.

Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Michael ALDAYA

Rue de la Loi 200

B-1049 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 2 296 34 02

[email protected]




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195. PARTICIPATION OF CROATIA TO COMMUNITY ACTION PROGRAMMES

Which fund is it? PARTICIPATION OF CROATIA TO COMMUNITY ACTION PROGRAMMES




Resume Grants allowing Croatian legal organisations to benefit from and to participate in European

Community programmes.

Domains concerned Social Affairs - Research - Culture – Media - Education – Training - Health - Justice –

Security - Citizenship - Youth – Enlargement

Who can apply? Research centres - Training centres - Federations Unions - Agencies Chambers -

Development NGOs - SMEs - Universities – Associations




OBJECTIVES:




the participation of candidate countries in order to support their accession.

CURRENT LIST OF PROGRAMMES (see EUROFUNDING):

* ISA - Interpretational Solutions for administrations

* PROGRESS - Gender Equality; Employment

* The 3 strands of the Competitiveness and Innovation Programme

* CUSTOMS 2013 & FISCALIS 2013

* 7th Framework Programme, FP7

* Media 2007

* Culture

* Europe for citizens (since November 2007)

* Public Health since September 2008

* Marco Polo II

* Civil Protection Financial Instrument

* Lifelong learning, Erasmus Mundus

* Youth in Action

* As third country Croatia participates to Tempus IV on the basis of self-financing

* Prevention and fight against crime (ISEC)

* Pericles

* Fiscalis 2013, Customs 2013





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1 At the request of the country and on the basis of Association Council decisions and Agreements, Candidate

Countries may participate in certain European Union programmes and agencies.

2 From 2007 onwards, the national IPA (Instrument for Preaccession Assistance) programme will co-finance part of

the contribution costs of participating in those programmes and agencies. Based on this decision, parts of the IPA

budget are paid back to the EC programme budget.

3 The government must then sign new Memorandum of Understanding for each of the relevant programmes.






Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Chlo

Rue de Loi, 200

B-1049 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 2 297 19 57

32 2 295 80 94

[email protected]




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196. PARTICIPATION OF SERBIA TO COMMUNITY ACTION PROGRAMMES

Which fund is it? PARTICIPATION OF SERBIA TO COMMUNITY ACTION PROGRAMMES




Resume Grants possibility allowing Serbia to participate in European Community programmes

Domains concerned Employment - Social Affairs - Research - Culture – Media - Public management - Education –

Training - Energy - Youth – Enlargement

Who can apply? Research centres - Corporations - Training centres - Federations Unions - Agencies

Chambers - Development NGOs - SMEs - Universities - Associations




OBJECTIVES:





countries sheets: Former Republic of Macedonia, Croatia, Turkey, Bosnia).

CURRENT LIST OF PROGRAMMES (see EUROFUNDING sheets):

* FP7 (since juin 2007)

* PROGRESS

* Tempus IV

* Erasmus Mundus

* Culture (since February 2008)

Serbia has manifested an interest for participation in the following programmes

* CIP

* FISCALIS and CUSTOMS 2013



Countries may participate in certain European Union programmes and agencies.

2 From 2007 onwards, the national IPA (Instrument for Preaccession Assistance) programme will co-finance part

(maximum 10% of the national IPA budget) of the contribution costs of participating in those programmes and

agencies. Based on this decision, parts of the IPA budget are paid back to the EC programme budget.

3 * The government must now sign new Memorandum of Understanding for each of the relevant programmes.





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Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Lars Erik FORSBERG

Rue de la Loi, 200

B-1049 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 2 296 70 65

32 2 296 28 90

[email protected]




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197. PARTICIPATION OF THE FORMER YUGOSLAV REPUBLIC OF

MACEDONIA (FYROM) TO COMMUNITY ACTION PROGRAMMES

Which fund is it? PARTICIPATION OF THE FORMER YUGOSLAV REPUBLIC OF MACEDONIA (FYROM)

TO COMMUNITY ACTION PROGRAMMES

Amount Annual budget: 10% of the national IPA budget



Resume Grants allowing the Former yougoslave Republic of Macedonia to benefit from and to

participate in European Community programmes

Domains concerned Employment - Social Affairs - Research - Culture – Media - Information - Health - Justice –

Security - Citizenship - Trade

Who can apply? Agencies Chambers - Development NGOs - Associations




OBJECTIVES:





countries sheets: Bosnia, Croatia, Serbia, Turkey).

CURRENT LIST OF PROGRAMMES (see EUROFUNDING sheets):

* Competitiveness and Innovation programme (CIP)

* 7th Framework Programme for Research and Development

* PROGRESS

* Culture (since february 2008)

* FISCALIS and CUSTOMS 2013

* Europe for Citizens

* As third country Macedonia participates to Tempus IV on the basis of self-financing

* Pericles

* Prevention and fight against crime (ISEC) as partner

* Intelligent Energy Europe (2011 call, full access to the program later on)

HOW DOES IT WORK?

1 At the request of the country and on the basis of Association Council decisions and Agreements, Candidate

Countries may participate in certain European Union programmes and agencies, when they express their interest.

2 The national IPA (Instrument for Pre accession Assistance) programme will co-finance part of the contribution costs

of participating in those programmes and agencies. From 2007 onwards, funding is available within the national




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budget of FYROM (maximum 10% of the national IPA budget). Based on this decision, parts of the IPA budget are

paid back to the EC programme budget.



Periodicity Generally once a year.




Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Oscar ARIAS

Rue de Loi, 200

B-1049 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 2 295 76 16

[email protected]




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198. PILOT PROJECT - WORKING AND LIVING CONDITIONS OF POSTED

WORKERS

Which fund is it? PILOT PROJECT - WORKING AND LIVING CONDITIONS OF POSTED WORKERS

Amount Global budget: non communiqué



Resume Grants for initiatives which help explore the real working and living conditions of posted

workers and how the Member States, social partners and labour inspectorates work in

practice.

Domains concerned Employment - Social Affairs - Information - Services - Co-op & Development

Who can apply? Research centres - Local and Regional authorities - Federations Unions - Agencies

Chambers - Development NGOs - Universities - Associations - International Organisation


Useful links http://ec.europa.eu/social/


OBJECTIVES:

* Promote the analysis and/or monitoring of the working and living conditions of posted workers in specified sectors

or countries

* Discuss relevant aspects of the legislation or the jurisprudence, at EU or national level, concerning the rules

applicable to posted workers

* Exchange and disseminate relevant information on national practices related to enforcement of rules, information to

stakeholders or application of sanctions, as well as bilateral or international cooperation initiatives designed to

address problems related to the posting of workers

* Establish best practices


* Surveys, field-studies and other types of information-gathering activities

* Seminars, conferences or short training actions focussed on the posting of workers including preparatory studies,

the organisation of round tables, exchanges of experience and best practices and networks of key actors and/or

experts

* Case studies investigating the living and working conditions of posted workers in specific occupations, regions

and/or sectors, including comparative studies of the situation of posted workers in different Member States

* Initiatives to further the collection, use and dissemination of information on the posting of workers, such as

websites, publications, newsletters and others means for the dissemination of information.


Periodicity One single call for proposals every year.


Maximum 80% of the eligible costs.

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Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Maria PANKER

Rue Joseph II ,54

B-1049 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 2 298 73 34

32 2 299 08 90

[email protected]




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199. PRINCE – ENLARGEMENT

Which fund is it? PRINCE – ENLARGEMENT




Resume Grants for communication and information actions on EU enlargement policy, aimed at the

general public Domains concerned Information - Enlargement


SMEs - Associations


Useful links http://www.2007-2013.eu/by_scope_prince.php


OBJECTIVES:

* Provide the European public with relevant and consistent general information on the enlargement of the European

Union

* Enhance support among opinion leaders for the enlargement process as well as for the association and stabilisation

process

* Manage the Commission‟s information and communication policy related to enlargement in both candidate

countries and Member States

* Increase public awareness of the benefits and challenges of the overall enlargement process

* Raise support for the EU enlargement policy and promote the visibility of the Commission‟s activities in Member

States regarding the candidate and potential candidate countries

* Enhance the social and cultural dialogue between the civil societies

KEY AREAS:

* Information and communication actions

* Organisation of events aimed at main target groups (general public, civil society, journalists and media

representatives, etc)

* Production of publications alongside with increased information via Intranet and Internet

* Development of audiovisual material, including broadcasting and support to television productions and

dissemination towards the general public

FINANCED ACTIONS:

- Training of journalists

- Analysis of public opinion through opinion polls, surveys and studies

- Development and maintenance of website, publication and translations

- Improvement of the visibility of Commission's communication strategy, tools, conferences, events

- Evaluation, impact

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- Establishment and implementation of the Commission's enlargement policy, including strategic advice, needs

assessment, co-ordination and implementation of actions

- Information on the EU‟s objectives and activities in the enlargement process as well as conception and production

of audio-visual material destined to broadcasters; activities in the framework of media relations


Periodicity


Between 200 000 and 3 million euro according to the actions implemented.

Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Catherine WENDT

Rue de la Loi, 200

B-1049 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 2 296 82 57

[email protected]




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200. PRIZE - COUNCIL OF EUROPE MUSEUM PRIZE

Which fund is it? PRIZE - COUNCIL OF EUROPE MUSEUM PRIZE




Resume Prize dedicated to European museums for showing European Cultural diversity (smaller

museums) Domains concerned Culture – Media

Who can apply? Local and Regional authorities - Administrations States - Agencies Chambers


- Switzerland – Balkans

Useful links http://assembly.coe.int/Museum/PrixMuseeCE/default.asp

http://www.europeanmuseumforum.ru/


OBJECTIVES:

* Encourage museums to contribute to a greater understanding of the rich diversity of European Culture

* Encourage the development of new museum thinking and good practice

SELECTION CRITERIA:

* Candidates are selected by the European Museum Forum

* Museum must be situated in one of the countries member of European Cultural Convention

* The museum must be a new museum which has first opened in the last 2 years or an established museum which

has completed a substantial programme of modernisation, extension, reorganisation or re-interpretaion during the

past two years

* This prize concerns smaller museums

The European Museum Forum is an independent and non-profit organisation committed to raising the standard of

museums throughout Europe. It runs under the auspices of the Council of Europe and organises the annual

European Museum of the Year. Award for newly built or improved museums (see detailed programme sheet).

AWARDS:

* A trophy during one year: the Trophy is a bronze statuette by Joan Miró "Femme aux beaux seins" (1969) given by

the artist.

* Diploma

* Cheque of 5 000 euro

Winners during the past years:

2010: Portimão Museum, Algarve, Portugal

2009: Zeland Museum, Netherland

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2008: Svalbard Museum

2007: Reformation Museum Geneva, Switzerland

2006: Churchill Museum

London, UK

2005: Museum of Byzantine Culture

Thessaloniki, Greece


Periodicity Once a year in March.


5 000 euro + lend of a Miro's statuette for 1 year

Who is in charge?

Institution Council of Europe European Museum Forum

Person in charge

Roberto Fasino

Avenue de l'Europe, BP 431 R6

F- 67006 Strasbourg

code

France

33 3 88 41 23 73

33 3 88 41 27 97

[email protected]




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201. PRIZE - CRYSTAL SCALES OF JUSTICE

Which fund is it? PRIZE - CRYSTAL SCALES OF JUSTICE

Amount global budget: 109 million euro

Duration 2007-2013


Resume Competition rewarding innovative and efficient practices in the field of civil justice For the first

time in 2010, the price of the "Crystal Scales of Justice" covered both criminal matters and

civil matters.

Domains concerned Innovation - Justice - Security

Who can apply? Local and Regional authorities - Federations Unions - Administrations States - Agencies

Chambers - Universities – Associations



Useful links

http://www.coe.int/t/dghl/cooperation/cepej/events/edcj/cristal/default_en.asp

http://www.coe.int/lportal/web/coe-portal/event-files/our-events/the-crystal-scales-of-justice-

award


OBJECTIVES:

* To discover and spotlight innovative and effective practices either in court organisation or in respect of the conduct

of civil proceedings in the courts of Europe

* To improve the quality of justice and the public system of justice, particularly for the users of justice.

In 2010, the Council of Europe and the European Commission jointly organized the 5th edition of the "Crystal Scales

of Justice" Prize.

SELECTION CRITERIA:

* Initiatives entered for this competition must be put forward by a court, a Bar, an association of legal professionals or

any other body with judicial responsibilities in a member state of the European Union or Council of Europe

* The initiatives must be innovative practices; their results must be measurable

* An initiative which has not been short listed cannot be presented for another edition of the competition. However,

the court, the Bar, the association of legal professionals or any other body with judicial responsibilities which had

presented an initiative, short listed or not, can present another initiative for the same or another edition of the

competition.

AWARD

* Participation to a prize-giving ceremony in case of distinction

* Visibility

The jury will comprise 11 persons appointed by the organisers, with the assistance of the European Judicial Network

in civil and commercial matters (European Commission) and the European Commission for the Efficiency of Justice -

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CEPEJ (Council of Europe).

Laureates 2010:

Yambol Administrative Court (Bulgaria) won the award for its efforts to help users better understand judicial

procedures and related information (link to winning project).

Three special mentions were also given to projects from Austria, Finland and Slovenia.


Periodicity Every two years.


A Trophy rewarded every 2 years.

Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Patricia DE LUCA

Rue du Luxembourg, 46

B-1049 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 2 296 08 29

[email protected]




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202. PRIZE - EMPEROR MAXIMILIAN PRIZE

Which fund is it? PRIZE - EMPEROR MAXIMILIAN PRIZE




Resume European prize for regional and local politics

Domains concerned Public management - Local development




Useful links http://www.ccre.org/


OBJECTIVE:

* Reward personalities and institutions of outstanding merit working in the field of European regional and local politics

PRIORITY:

* Special consideration is given to efforts regarding the implementation of the principle of subsidiarity and the

implementation of the contents of the respective Charters of both Local self-government and Regional self-

government of the Council of Europe

SELECTION CRITERIA:

* The award is open to all Member states of the Council of Europe

* Nominations for the award are required to be submitted through the Committee of the Regions of the European

Union, the Congress of Local and Regional Authorities of the Council of Europe, the Assembly of European Regions

or the Council of European Municipalities and Regions (CEMR)

PRIZE :

* A certificate

* A medal (a reproduction of an Emperor Maximilian coin of 1509)

* Cash prize of 10.000 euro

Winners in the past years:

- 2002 Erwin Teufel, Minister-President of Baden-Württemberg and Dr. Heinrich Hoffschulte, First Vice-President of

the Council of European Municipalities and Regions CEMR

- 2003 Alain Chenard, former President of the Congress of Local and Regional Authorities of Europe

- 2004 Elisabeth Gateau,Secretary-General of the United Cities and Local Governments

- 2005 Jan Olbrycht (Poland) Member of the European Parliament

- 2006 The prize was not awarded

- 2007 Dr. Michael Häupl and Mr. Graham Meadows

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- 2008 Dora Bakoyannis


Periodicity Once a year, in the beginning of the year.


A cash prize of 10 000 euro and a medal (reproduction of Emperor Maximilian I Thaler of 1509)

Who is in charge?

Institution City of Innsbruck

Person in charge

Rathaus, Maria-Theresien-Stra

6020 Innsbruck

code

Austria

43 512 53 60 23 37

43 512 53 60 17 15

[email protected]




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203. PRIZE - EU PRIZE FOR CULTURAL HERITAGE / EUROPA NOSTRA

AWARDS

Which fund is it? PRIZE - EU PRIZE FOR CULTURAL HERITAGE / EUROPA NOSTRA AWARDS


Duration 2007-2013


Resume Europe Nostra Awards promote outstanding projects and initiatives in the conservation and

enhancement of Europe's built and natural heritage. Domains concerned Town planning - Culture – Media - Education - Training


Chambers - Associations - Investment Funds


- Asia – Balkans

Useful links http://www.europanostra.org/heritage-awards/

http://ec.europa.eu/culture/our-programmes-and-actions/doc623_en.htm


OBJECTIVES:

* Promote high standards of conservation practice and to stimulate the exchange of knowledge and experience

throughout Europe. It will achieve this by giving public recognition to outstanding initiatives and best practices, which

contribute to the protection and enhancement of cultural heritage in Europe, and so to stimulate further efforts by the

power of example

CATEGORIES :

1/ CONSERVATION

Outstanding achievements in the conservation and enhancement of cultural heritage in the following areas:

- Single buildings or groups of buildings in rural or urban setting

- Industrial and engineering structures and sites

- Cultural landscapes: historic parks and gardens, larger areas of designed landscape, or areas of cultural,

environmental ad/or agricultural significance

- Archaeological sites, including underwater archaeology

- Works of art and collections: collections of artistic and historic significance or old works of art

2/ RESEARCH

Outstanding research which leads to tangible effects in the conservation and enhancement of cultural heritage in

Europe in any of the above-mentioned 'Conservation' Category

3/ DEDICATED SERVICE by INDIVIDUALS OR ORGANISATIONS

Open to individuals or organisations whose contributions over a long period of time demonstrate excellence in the

protection, conservation and enhancement of cultural heritage (relating to the above-mentioned 'Conservation'

Category) in Europe. The contribution should be of a standard which would be considered outstanding in the

European context.

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4/ EDUCATION, TRAINING and AWARENESS-RAISING

Outstanding initiatives related to heritage education, training schemes in cultural heritage conservation, and

programmes for raising awareness on cultural heritage.

The selection of the Award winning entries will be made by a Jury of European independent experts. Jury members

are designated by Europe Nostra in consultation with the European Commission. Jury members take into account the

assessment reports made for each entry by local experts Award open for candidates countries.


Periodicity Once a year at the beginning of the year.


In each category, the 6 prize-winners will receive one monetary award of 10 000 euro, a small bronze sculpture and a

diploma for the top Prize winners.

Who is in charge?

Institution Europa Nostra

Person in charge

Elena BIANCHI

Lange Voorhout 35

NL-2514 EC The Hague

code

The Netherlands

31 70 302 40 58

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204. PRIZE - EUROPE PRIZE

Which fund is it? PRIZE - EUROPE PRIZE




Resume Prize awarded to European cities for their contribution to the European idea

Domains concerned Public management - Citizenship - Enlargement




Useful links http://www.europeprize.eu/


OBJECTIVE:

* Award 1 or 2 European cities for their promotion activities of the European ideal (twinning, events, exchanges,..)

4 DISTINCTIONS:

* First prize: The European Prize awarded for exceptional efforts promoting the European Union ideal, it is awarded

to one or 2 towns that already gained the flag or tablet

* Second prize: The European tablet

* Third Prize: The European flag

* Fourth prize: The European diploma

SELECTION CRITERIA:

* The city must be situated in one of the 46 Member States of the Council of Europe

* The city council must have exemplary acted for European co-operation

* The city council must apply by filling the proposal form which has been sent to it

PROGRAMME OF THE PRIZE:

* The Europe Prize Sub-Committee (Members of the Council of Europe's Parliamentary Assembly) examines

applications end of April and submits its choice to the Parliamentary Assembly's Environment Committee for

approval.

AWARDS:

The winner of the Europe Prize will receive:

* A trophy, kept one year by the city council

* A bronze medal

* A memorium parchement

* A monetary prize of 10 000 euro to finance a trip in Europe for children of the city.


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Periodicity Before 31st of December every year.


10 000 euro

Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Anne-Marie MENGER

Avenue de l'Europe

F-67000 Strasbourg

code

France

33 3 88 41 21 08

33 3 88 41 27 17

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205. PRIZE - EUROPEAN GREENWAYS AWARD

Which fund is it? PRIZE - EUROPEAN GREENWAYS AWARD


Duration 2009-2011


Resume Prize for greenways or innovative initiatives in the field

Domains concerned Town planning - Local development - Environment - Tourism

Who can apply? Local and Regional authorities - Administrations States - Associations


- Mediterranean countries - Switzerland - Balkans

Useful links http://www.aevv-egwa.org/europeangreenwaysaward/


OBJECTIVE:

* Award a best practice facility which shows the best integration of the various characteristics that define green ways,

and which also demonstrates specific strengths which in the opinion of the jury make it exemplary - the success of

this facility should be confirmed by its public popularity and demonstrable impact on sustainable development

FIELDS OF ACTION :

* Award excellence in the following fields:

- Networking, local participation, urban mobility, socio-economic impact

- Communication (press, video, media), urban integration

- Landscape treatment and green way attractiveness

- Innovative technical solutions, exemplary management and maintenance

- Preservation, rehabilitation and enhancement of cultural and architectural heritage

- Services provided to users following user demands and expectations

- Exemplary promotion of public use of the green way

- Actions in favour of youth and children

This award is an opportunity for local authorities to:

* promote their existing policies, initiatives and best practices on sustainable urban mobility

* establish performing partnerships with local stakeholders

* emphasize the local commitment towards sustainable urban transport policies

The European Green ways Award concerns initiatives covering all initiatives dealing with the implementation,

management and maintenance, development, activities on and promotion of greenways.

- 3 Prizes “Development and Tourism”

- 3 Prize “Mobility

- a “Special Prize” can be given by the jury (if it decides to do so) to the candidate that best combines both categories

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Periodicity Awarding in 2011 (prize every 2 years). Deadline for submission: September. Awards in

November.


A first prize and 6 excellence awards are awarded.

Who is in charge?

Institution European Green Ways Association

Person in charge

Mercedes Mu

C/Santa Isabel, 44

code

ESPAGNE

34 91 151 10 98 / 56

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206. PRIZE - EUROPEAN MUSEUM OF THE YEAR AWARD

Which fund is it? PRIZE - EUROPEAN MUSEUM OF THE YEAR AWARD


Duration 2011 – 2012


Resume 2012 Award to newly built or improved museums

Domains concerned Culture – Media – Tourism

Who can apply? Local and Regional authorities - Administrations States - Agencies Chambers



Useful links http://www.europeanmuseumforum.eu/

http://assembly.coe.int/Museum/ForumEuroMusee/


OBJECTIVES:

* Encourage museums to contribute to a greater understanding of the rich diversity of European Culture

* Encourage the development of new museum thinking and good practice in Europe Museum

2 kinds of Museums are eligible for the award :

* Established Museums which have completed a substantial programme of modernisation or re-organisation during

the past 2 years

* New museums, first opened to the public during the past 2 years

SELECTION CRITERIA:

* Candidates are selected by the European Museum Forum

* Museum must be situated in one of the countries party to European Cultural Convention

The prize is awarded by the European Museum Forum, an independent and non-profit organisation committed to

raising the standard of museums throughout Europe. The association has been created under the auspices of the

Council of Europe, which also organises the Council of Europe Museum Prize (see EUROFUNDING sheet).

Intervention areas: 46 Member states of the Council of Europe. More than 1400 museums visited and assessed so

far under the Emya scheme

EMF Association gathers an average of 300 members per year.

EMF operates a Membership Scheme open to any organization willing to support EMF activities.

Candidates are visited during the summer and autumn of the year preceding the selection.

Winners during the past years:

2008: Kumu Art Museum in Tallinn, Estonia

2007:German Emigration Centre, Bremerhaven, Germany

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2006: CosmoCaixa, Barcelona,Spain

2005: The National Heritage Museum, Arnhem, Netherlands

2004: MARQ, Archaeological Museum of the Province of Alicante, Spain

2003: Victoria and Albert Museum - British Galleries, London, United Kingdom

2002: The Chester Beatty Library, Dublin, Ireland


Periodicity Once a year, in March. Application forms available each year from November onwards.


A trophy during one year (a small statue by Henry Moore). Certificates are awarded to a small number of museums

which are judged to deserve special commendation.

Who is in charge?

Institution European Museum Forum

Person in charge

Doric McMillan

C/o National Museums Liverpool World Museum (Director's Off

Liverpool L3 8EN

code

England

44 151 478 4984

44 151 478 4321

[email protected]




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207. PRIZE - PRIX EUROPA – INTERNET

Which fund is it? PRIZE - PRIX EUROPA – INTERNET

Amount Annual budget: 6000 euro



Resume Prize awarded to producers or broadcasts realised in Europe and on European themes

Domains concerned Culture – Media - New technologies




Useful links http://www.coe.int/lportal/web/coe-portal/event-files/our-events/prix-europa


OBJECTIVES:

* Award online presentation by a European radio or television organisation whose idea, content, formal quality and

public responsibility is a pioneering example of how old and new media can be interlinked

* Promote a venue for discussion on the quality and future of programmes. It also offers a forum on the possibilities

of the internet and for dialogue with those responsible for European media policy

SELECTION CRITERIA:

* The PRIX EUROPA INTERNET is open to all European broadcasting organisations and their cooperating media

partners. If more entries are made than presentation time allows, the organisers reserve the right to make a pre-

selection

* The vision, adaptability and creativity behind the use of the "New Media" should be visible and credible in each

entered online project. The entries will be judged on their idea, executive concept and quality, their use of web-

specific means and their commitment to public responsibility

* The project may stand alone as a project independent of an existing linear programme, or it may have a direct

relationship to a television or radio production, or channel. If links between the old and new media exist, they should

convincingly underline the specific means and strengths of the different media

All European countries (without regard to a membership in one of the European Institutions) are eligible.

All of Geographic European countries or member states of Council of Europe can participate to this Award.

From 17 to 24 October 2009 PRIX EUROPA invites the best European Internet productions as well as their makers

and managers to Berlin for a week of festival and competition.


Periodicity Once a year, with a deadline in July and with a pre-selection in September.


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6000 euro for each prize.

Who is in charge?

Institution Prix EUROPA

Person in charge

Susanne HOFFMANN

Rundfunk Berlin Brandenburg (RBB) BERLIN

D-14046 Berlin

code

Deutschland

49 30 97 993 10 923

[email protected] ; [email protected] ;

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208. PRIZE - PRIX EUROPA – RADIO

Which fund is it? PRIZE - PRIX EUROPA – RADIO




Resume Prize awarded to producers of radio broadcasts realised in Europe and on European themes

Domains concerned Culture – Media






OBJECTIVES:

* Award radio broadcast realised in Europe, made by European producers

* Promote intercultural exchanges and mutual understanding in Europe

PRIZE CATEGORIES:

* Documentary category - 2 prizes of equal value:

- PRIX EUROPA Best European Radio Documentary

- PRIX EUROPA RADIO ÖSTERREICH 1, ORF

* Drama category - 2 prizes of equal value:

- PRIX EUROPA Best European Radio Drama

- PRIX EUROPA RADIO France

SELECTION CRITERIA:

The organiser reserves the right to make a pre-selection according to:

* The date of receipt

* The country quota

* Quality

Participation requirements:

* Competition is open to all European television organisations and independent producers

* All radio entries to PRIX EUROPA must have been produced or broadcast for the first time after 1 January of the

previous year

* All entries must be submitted unabridged (i.e. the original version as broadcast)

* Each entrant has 100 minutes of presentation time per category at its disposal which can be spread over up to 3

entries

* If the broadcasting organisations of a country have united to form an association, this association will be allotted a

total presentation time of 150 minutes per category, which can be spread over up to 4 entries.




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Periodicity Once a year, in May. Pre-selection results should be communicated by the end of August.

The 23rd PRIX EUROPA took place from 16 to 23 October 2010.


6 000 euro for each prize.

Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Susanne HOFFMANN

RBB Berlin

D-14046 Berlin

code

Deutschland

49 30 97 993 10 9 14

[email protected]




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209. PRIZE - PRIX EUROPA – TELEVISION

Which fund is it? PRIZE - PRIX EUROPA – TELEVISION




Resume Prize awarded to producers of TV programmes realised in Europe and on European themes

Domains concerned Culture – Media






OBJECTIVES:

* Award TV broadcast realised in Europe, made by European directors and dealing with European themes

* Promote intercultural exchanges in Europe

PRIZE CATEGORIES:

* Current affairs category: in-depth information and reporting, and therefore programmes that follow up key

contemporary issues despite pressures on time and resistance from others; these programmes might stem from daily

or weekly formats or be special programmes, but not news programmes. Minimum length is 10 minutes

* Fiction category: television films with a complete story line (also episodes from series or serials with a complete

storyline) with a minimum length of 30 minutes - additional SPECIAL PRIX EUROPA in the Fiction category awarded

to the best programme from a local or regional television station, or to the best low-budget production

* Non fiction category: documentary films with a minimum length of 15 minutes - additional SPECIAL PRIX EUROPA

in the Non-Fiction category awarded to the best programme from a local or regional television station, or to the best

low-budget production

* PRIX EUROPA IRIS: fiction and non-fiction programmes that tackle the multi-cultural character of European

societies and contribute towards understanding and tolerance between people - no minimum or maximum length

* Prix GENEVE-EUROPE: Best Fiction Script awarded annually to a new author. Scripts of already produced fiction

telemovies in any drama format, including pilots of series. New authors: one who has had not more than two fiction

works produced/broadcast.

Each entrant may enter a maximum of 2 programmes in the 3 first categories. No restriction in the IRIS category, but

the participants entering spots should either be training in the media field or have recently completed such training.

SELECTION CRITERIA:

* All European television organisations and independent producers can participate to the competition

* All television entries to PRIX EUROPA must have been produced or broadcast for the first time after January, the

1st of the previous year.





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Periodicity Once a year. Pre-selection results should be communicated by the end of August.


The monetary award for each prize is 6 000 euro. Winners are invited in Postdam and Berlin each year in October, in

the frame of the Festival.

Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Susanne HOFFMANN

RBB Berlin

D-14046 Berlin

code

Deutschland

49 30 97 993 10 916

[email protected]




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210. PROGRESS

Which fund is it? PROGRESS

Amount Annual budget : 95.87 million euro

Duration 2007-2013


Resume Grants in the framework of the overall Community programme for employment and social

solidarity actions Domains concerned Employment - Social Affairs - Public management - Citizenship

Who can apply?

Research centres - Local and Regional authorities - Federations Unions - Administrations

States - Agencies Chambers - Development NGOs - Universities - Associations -



Useful links http://ec.europa.eu/social/main.jsp?catId=327

http://ec.europa.eu/social/main.jsp?catId=86


OBJECTIVES:

* Improve the knowledge and understanding of the situation prevailing in the Member States (and in other

participating countries) through analysis, evaluation and close monitoring of policies

* Support the development of statistical tools and methods and common indicators in the areas covered by the

programme

* Support and monitor the implementation of Community law and policies objectives in the Member States and

assessing their impact

* Enhance the awareness of the stakeholders and the general public about the EU policies pursued under each of

the sections

* Boost the capacity of key EU networks to promote and support EU policies

The programme is subdivided into the following sections:

* Employment; social protection and inclusion; working conditions; anti-discrimination and diversity support; gender

equality; industrial relations and social dialogue; free movement of workers (see detailed EUROFUNDING sheets).

Two pilot projects will be launched in 2010:

1. Working and living conditions of posted workers

2. Preventing elder abuse.

FINANCED ACTIONS:

* Analytical and mutual learning activities :

- The carrying out of studies, surveys, evaluations, peer reviews

* Elaboration of guides and reports and the development of common methodologies and indicators

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- Organisation of conferences in support to the implementation of Community law and policy objectives, media

campaigns, events, training seminars…

* Support to main actors by Financing of key EU networks

2011 is the first year in which candidate countries (Turkey, Croatia and the FYROM/Macedonia) participate on an

equal footing with the EU-27 Member States and EFTA/EEA countries. Serbia could participate to some activities.


Periodicity Selection of projects will be realised within one of the programme's sections. 7 calls for

proposals are forecasted for 2011.


Grants may be provided through calls for proposals (seminars, projects, studies covering max. 80% of the eligible

projects costs) or a service contract following a call for tenders.

Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Rue de la Loi, 200

B-1049 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 2 296 16 53

[email protected]




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211. PROGRESS - 1 EMPLOYMENT

Which fund is it? PROGRESS - 1 EMPLOYMENT


Duration 2007-2013


Resume Grants for projects contributing to the definition of the European employment strategy :

awareness raising and learning actions Domains concerned Employment - Social Affairs - Public management

Who can apply?

Research centres - Local and Regional authorities - Training centres - Federations Unions -


Organisation


Useful links http://ec.europa.eu/social/main.jsp?langId=en&catId=81


OBJECTIVES:

* Underpin a coordinated approach to employment policy

* Contribute to the development of the coordinated strategy for employment through the analysis, monitoring and

support of actions

* Develop, follow up and evaluate the European Employment Strategy

* Foster cooperation between Member States in analysis, research and monitoring of labour market policy

* Identify best practices and promote exchanges and transfers of information and experience

* Develop the approach and contents of the EES, including cooperation with the social partners and relevant local

and regional authorities,

* Implement an active information policy responding to the public‟s need for transparency and recognising the

importance of ensuring that European citizens can be fully informed on all aspects of the EES

FINANCED ACTIONS:

* Develop projects aimed at improving the matching of labour market needs by modernising labour market

institutions, notably employment services, and removing obstacles to mobility for workers across Europe

* Strengthen partnerships with relevant stakeholders through mutual learning, information and communication

activities

* Identify and disseminate good practice examples of Corporate Social Responsibility including a study to analyse

public CSR policies and their impact on jobs

* Improve cooperation with third countries and international institutions in the face of increased globalisation focusing

on issues such as decent work, employment, social protection and economic growth

PARTNERSHIP:

Projects entailing trans-national networks should involve a stable partnership among core organisations based in at

least 3 Member States.

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Candidate countries (Turkey,Croatia, FYROM) and Serbia that contribute to the programme's budget may obtain

grants (if foreseen in their agreements for Association to the EU).


Periodicity Several calls per year, calls for tender are also planned.


Up to 80% of the eligible projects costs.

Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Mme SARDON GARCIA Mar

Rue de la Loi, 200

B-1049 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 2 299 59 82

[email protected] / [email protected]




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212. PROGRESS - 2 SOCIAL PROTECTION AND INCLUSION

Which fund is it? PROGRESS - 2 SOCIAL PROTECTION AND INCLUSION


Duration 2007-2013


Resume Grants for transnational projects focusing a better understanding of social exclusion, poverty

and social protection Domains concerned Social Affairs - Public management – Citizenship

Who can apply?

Research centres - Local and Regional authorities - Corporations - Federations Unions -

Administrations States - Agencies Chambers - Development NGOs - SMEs - Universities –

Associations




OBJECTIVES:

* Improve understanding and knowledge, both of existing civil dialogue practices which impact positively on the fight

against exclusion and of innovative approach

* Develop the exchange of information and best practices, particularly involving organisations which represent or

consist of persons facing social exclusion and discrimination

* Promote partnerships between charitable associations/NGOs across thematic issues, and between NGOs and

other sectors (bringing together researchers, practitioners, policy makers, etc)

* Evaluate and benchmarking experience in promoting civil dialogue particularly as regards the direct participation of

persons facing exclusion and discrimination themselves in decision-making processes

FINANCED ACTIONS:

* Dissemination actions

- Conferences

- Publications

* Policy coordination actions through knowledge improvement

- Information

- Analyses

- Studies

- Statistics

* Information exchanges actions about policies, best practices, innovative approaches through mutual learning

- European networks supply

PARTNERSHIP:

Cooperation actions are run by at least 3 organisations from 3 different Member States. Candidate Countries

(Croatia, FYROM/Macedonia and Turkey) that contribute to the programme's budget may participate and obtain




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grants (if foreseen in their agreements for Association to the EU). Serbia is eligible for this programme from 2010.

Projects funded by this programme must take into account the national action plans against exclusion established in

the concerned country.


Periodicity At least one call per year, calls for tender are also planned.


Funding for co-operation actions between 200 000 and 300 000 euro, Up to 80% of the global costs (minimum: 50

000 euro).

Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Inclusion, Aspects sociopolitiques des migrations, Int

Rue de la Loi, 200

B-1049 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 2 299 46 73

[email protected]




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213. PROGRESS - 3 WORKING CONDITIONS

Which fund is it? PROGRESS - 3 WORKING CONDITIONS


Duration 2007-2013


Resume Grants for European projects to improve the working environment and conditions including

health and safety at work Domains concerned Employment - Social Affairs - Public management - Health

Who can apply? Research centres - Corporations - Administrations States - Agencies Chambers - SMEs -





OBJECTIVES:

* Improving the understanding of the situation in relation to working conditions, in particular through analysis and

studies and, where appropriate, the development of statistics and indicators, as well as assessing the effectiveness

and impact of existing legislation, policies and practices

* Supporting the implementation of Community labour law through effective monitoring, the holding of seminars for

those working in the field, the development of guides and networking amongst specialised bodies, including the

social partners

* Initiating preventive actions and fostering the prevention culture in the field of health and safety at work

* Raising awareness, disseminating information and promoting the debate about the key challenges and policy

issues in relation to working conditions, including among the social partners and other stakeholders

FINANCED ACTIONS:

* Support the launch of thematic campaigns in cooperation with the Senior Labour Inspectors Committee (SLIC) and

the European Agency for health and safety at work

* Promote an exchange of national inspectors in cooperation and assess the quality and impact of national inspection

systems

* Prepare good practice guides and improve statistical tools and data collection on occupational accidents and

diseases and especially emerging risks such as work-related musculoskeletal disorders

* Promote a better understanding of work-related stress through good practice and information exchanges and raise

awareness on preventative measures

* Organise a number of key conferences on health and safety at work

* Actions developing and improving knowledge

- Studies implementation

* Awareness actions on stress linked tp work

- Best practices and information exchanges

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- Networking

- Support to the European network of legal experts

- Thematical campaign in particular about emerging risks, preventative measures awareness

Candidate countries (Turkey, FYROM/Macedonia and Croatia participate on an equal footing with the EU-27 Member

States and EFTA/EEA countries. Serbia could participate to some activities.


Periodicity At least one call per year, calls for tender are also planned.


Grants may be provided through calls for proposals (seminars, projects, studies covering max. 80% of the eligible

projects costs) or a service contract following a call for tenders.

Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Conditions de travail, Adaptation au changement

Rue de la Loi, 200

B-1049 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 2 296 65 84

[email protected]




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214. PROGRESS - 4 ANTI DISCRIMINATION AND DIVERSITY

Which fund is it? PROGRESS - 4 ANTI DISCRIMINATION AND DIVERSITY


Duration 2007-2013


Resume Grants for transnational projects, awareness raising and development of anti-discrimination

strategies and policies Domains concerned Social Affairs - Public management - Citizenship

Who can apply?

Local and Regional authorities - Schools - Training centres - Federations Unions -

Administrations States - Development NGOs - Universities - Associations - International

Organisation


Useful links http://ec.europa.eu/justice/discrimination/index_en.htm


OBJECTIVES:

* Fund networks of anti-discrimination legal experts, national equality bodies and national officials to look at the

implementation of EU equality laws in the Member States and train legal and policy practitioners at EU level to

promote uniform interpretation of EU equality law

* Study the existence of discrimination in areas not covered by EU laws to consider new policy options

* Identify and address issues of socio-economic disadvantage and systemic discrimination and implement public and

private sector anti-discrimination measures.

* Create a network of business schools to promote diversity in enterprises and support diversity training targeted at

enterprises

* EU media campaign and national awareness raising activities to promote debate

* Fund a study into the situation of women with disabilities looking at their access to employment, education and

social and health services

* Support stakeholders and raise awareness, increase knowledge on rights and responsibilities and promote diversity

* Support NGOs organised at EU level anti-discriminatory policies and practices

FINANCED ACTIONS:

1 Analysis and evaluation of the discrimination phenomena

2 Mutual learning, Dissemination and Raising awareness of the public

3 Support to the main actors in these fields

Besides the calls for transnational co-operation projects, the programme covers European campaigns and studies,

national incentives and measures and civil society projects.

Costs inherent to the coordination of the actions at European level (EU supported networks) are financed in the

frame of specific calls for proposals and require up to 15 different EU partners.

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The EU adopted a separate strategy to mainstream disability issues into relevant EU policies and promote the

integration of people with disabilities.


Periodicity At least one call per year, many calls for tender are also planned.


Maximum 300 000 euro and maximum 80% of the project costs.

Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Fay DEVONIC

Rue de la Loi, 200

B-1049 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 2 295 61 51

[email protected]




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215. PROGRESS - 5 GENDER EQUALITY

Which fund is it? PROGRESS - 5 GENDER EQUALITY


Duration 2007-2013


Resume Grants for experience and information exchanges on good practices in term of equality

opportunities between women and men Domains concerned Employment - Social Affairs - Public management - Information - Education - Training

Who can apply? Research centres - Local and Regional authorities - Federations Unions - Administrations

States - Agencies Chambers - Universities - Associations - International Organisation


Useful links http://ec.europa.eu/justice/gender-equality/index_en.htm


OBJECTIVES:

* Promote and disseminate the values and practices underlying gender equality

* Improve the understanding of issues related to gender equality, including direct and indirect gender discrimination

* Develop the capacity of players to promote gender equality effectively, in particular through support for the

exchange of information and good practice and networking at European level

FINANCED ACTIONS:

* Actions contributing to the achievement of equal economic independence for women and men :

- Gender mainstreaming in the Employment guidelines - Open method of coordination in the field of social protection

and inclusion

* Actions enhancing the reconciliation of work, private and family life through exchanges of experience

* Actions promoting equal participation of women and men in decision making :

- European network

- Database on women and men decision making

* Actions raising gender equality awareness by campaigns and dialogue with the media

* Actions improving governance at EU level :

- Implementation and control of the application of gender legislation and strengthening gender impact assessment

and gender budgeting

SELECTION CRITERIA:

* Be transnational in nature, i.e. involving at least three partners from three Member States

* Ensure cofinancing by promoters of at least 20% of the budget

* Offer added value at EU level and an innovative aspect

* Have an evaluation system in place

* Allow international exchanges, dissemination of results and the possibility of transfer within the EU

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Candidate countries (Turkey, Croatia and the FYROM/Macedonia) participate on an equal footing with the EU-27

Member States and EFTA/EEA countries.


Periodicity


Not specified

Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Rue de la Loi, 200

B-1049 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 2 298 62 83

[email protected]




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216. PROGRESS - SUPPORT TO EUROPEAN NETWORKS AND NGOs

Which fund is it? PROGRESS - SUPPORT TO EUROPEAN NETWORKS AND NGOs


Duration 2011-2013


Resume Grants supporting the operating costs of European NGOs primarily active in the fight against

discrimination, social exclusion, poverty, racism, promoting of gender equality and integration

of disabled people and Roma people

Domains concerned Social Affairs - Citizenship - Human Rights

Who can apply? Federations Unions - Administrations States - Development NGOs - Universities –

Associations


Useful links http://ec.europa.eu/social/main.jsp?catId=327


OBJECTIVE:

* Support towards the operating costs that European NGOs, primarily active in the fight against exclusion,

discrimination, racism and promoting gender equality and integration of disabled people Organisations receive

support to bear their costs in carrying out their annual work programme and not towards 'ad hoc' projects.

FINANCED ACTIONS:

- Actions raising awareness, disseminating information and advocating policy changes

- Actions improving the knowledge and understanding of discriminatory and inequality phenomena

- Actions guaranting an effective legal protection against discrimination

- Actions promoting the national member organisations involvement in the implementation of the EU strategy

SELECTION CRITERIA:

* Applicants must choose one of these areas:

• Area 1: European level networks active in the field of combating poverty and social exclusion

• Area 2: European level networks active in the field of combating discrimination

• Area 3: European level networks active in promoting gender equality

• Area 4: European level networks active in promoting the integration of disabled people in society

• Area 5: European level networks active in representing Roma people

* Act at a European level and be active in at least 15 EU countries

Priority is given to cooperation with Candidate countries (Croatia, Turkey, FYROM/Macedonia).


Periodicity Once for 3 year support via call for proposals.





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Up to 80% of the total eligible costs

Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Daniela BANKIER

Rue de la Loi, 200

B-1049 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 2 2981708

32 2 2963562

[email protected]




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217. PUBLIC HEALTH

Which fund is it? PUBLIC HEALTH


Duration 2008-2013


Resume Grants awarded via the programme of Community action of public health

Domains concerned Public management - Information - Education – Training - Health


SMEs - Universities - Associations - International Organisation


– Balkans

Useful links http://ec.europa.eu/health/index_en.htm

http://ec.europa.eu/eahc/


OBJECTIVES:

* Improve citizens' health security

* Promote health to improve prosperity and solidarity

* Generate and Disseminate Health Knowledge

PRIORITIES:

Priority measures will be identified on an annual work programme in order to allow the programme to target its

resources on a few carefully selected areas adapted to the political context and emerging needs. (50 million € /year).

The priorities for 2011 are:

* Smart growth

* Inclusive Growth

The objective is growth through action aimed at bridging health inequalities to ensure better health for all and better

access to health care systems. In turn, this improves citizens‟ capacity to contribute to society and reduces poverty

and social exclusion, thus contributing to the Flagship Initiative against poverty

FINANCED ACTIONS:

Key priorities: health inequalities, cross-border issues, illnesses caused by major diseases such as cancer, and to

tackle mental illness.

Western Balkans and Candidate countries: Croatia is eligible to the programme, as applicant or as partner. Private

bodies active in the field of public health may apply for grants but the grant must not give rise to profit.




http://ec.europa.eu/health/index_en.htm

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Generally the maximum amounts will increase and organisations must prove to be capable to cover the financial

counterpart. Between 300 000 and 1 million euro.

Who is in charge?

Institution European commission

Person in charge

Jacques REMACLE

Plateau de Kirchberg

L-2920 Luxembourg

code

Luxembourg

00 352 43 01 37 237

[email protected]




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Which fund is it? PUBLIC HEALTH - Action 1


Duration 2008-2013


Resume Grants for promotion of security in the field of Public health

Domains concerned Public management - Information - Education – Training – Health


Administrations States - SMEs - Universities - Associations - International Organisation


- Balkans

Useful links http://ec.europa.eu/eahc/health/


OBJECTIVES:

Improve citizens‟ health security :

* Developing EU and Member States‟ capacity to respond to health threats, for example with health emergency

planning and preparedness measures, avian influence, chemical agents, vaccination policies, surveillance and

response strategy and health emergency planning

* Safety on possible pandemics, identifying risks to health exposure to chemicals, injuries and accidents, risk

assessment and community legislation on blood, tissues and cells, for medical use.

FINANCED ACTIONS :

* Prevention, vaccination and immunisation policies; improve partnerships, networks, tools and reporting systems for

immunisation status and adverse events monitoring

* Develop risk management capacity and procedures; improve preparedness and planning for health emergencies

* Promote the co-operation and improvement of response capacity and assets, including protective equipment,

isolation facilities and mobile laboratories to deploy rapidly in emergencies

* Developing strategies and procedures for drawing up, improving surge capacity, conducting exercises and tests,

evaluating and revising general contingency and specific health emergency plans and their inter-operability between

Member States

* Help to enhance the safety and quality of organs and substances of human origin, blood, and blood derivatives;

promote their availability, traceability and accessibility for medical use.

* Promote measures to improve patient safety through high quality and safe healthcare, including in relation to

nosocomial infections

* Promote actions to help reduce accidents and injuries, notably household accidents.

Western Balkans and Candidate Countries are eligible for this program, as well as countries neighbouring the EU.




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Generally the maximum amounts will increase and organisations must prove to be capable to cover the financial

counterpart. Between 300 000 and 1 million euro. Maximum rate 60%. 2010 budget: 46 million euro.

Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Nick FAHY

Rue Alcide de Gasp

LUX-2920 Luxembourg

code

Luxembourg

352 4301 388 16

[email protected]




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Duration 2008-2013


Resume Grants for the implementation of strategies responding to threats to health, especially

communicable diseases Domains concerned Public management - Information – Health


Administrations States - SMEs - Universities – Associations




OBJECTIVES:

* To promote health, including the reduction of health inequalities

- Action on health determinants – such as nutrition, alcohol, tobacco and drug consumption, as well as social and

environmental determinants

- Measures on the prevention of major diseases and reducing health inequalities across the EU

- Increasing healthy life years and promoting healthy ageing.

FINANCED ACTIONS:

* Foster healthy, active ageing and help bridge health inequalities

* Promote initiatives to increase healthy life years and promote healthy ageing; support measures to promote and

explore health‟s impact on productivity and labour participation as a contribution to meeting the Lisbon goals.

* Support initiatives to address and reduce health inequalities within and between Member States to contribute to

prosperity and cohesion; promote investment in health in co-operation with other Community policies and Funds;

* Improve solidarity between national health systems by supporting co-operation on issues such as mobility and

cross-border care.

* Address health determinants to promote and improve health, creating supportive environments for healthy lifestyles

and preventing disease; taking action on key factors such as nutrition and physical activity and sexual health, and on

addiction-related determinants such as tobacco, alcohol and drugs, focussing on key settings such as education and

the workplace and across the life cycle

* Support action on the health effects of wider environmental and socio-economic determinants.




Between 300 000 and 1 million euro, up to 60% of the global eligible budget.

Who is in charge?




www.eufunds.info



Person in charge

Stefan SCHRECK


LUX-2920 Luxembourg

code

Luxembourg

352 43 01 38 520

[email protected]




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Duration 2008-2013


Resume Grants for developing innovative projects about health information gathering in Europe.

Domains concerned Public management - Information - Education – Training – Health


Administrations States - Universities - Associations




OBJECTIVES:

* Action on health indicators and ways of disseminating information to citizens

* Focus on Community added-value action to exchange knowledge in areas such as gender issues, children‟s health

or rare diseases

FINANCED ACTIONS:

Generate and disseminate health knowledge:

* Exchange knowledge and best practice

* Collection of information and exchange of knowledge and best practice on key health issues within the scope of the

Programme, including co-operation between health systems, gender-related aspects of health, children‟s health,

mental health and rare diseases.

* Collect, analyse and disseminate health information

* Develop further a sustainable health monitoring system with mechanisms for collection of data and information, with

appropriate indicators; Collection of data on health status and policies

* Develop mechanisms for analysis and dissemination, including Community health reports, the Health portal and

conferences; provide information to citizens, stakeholders and policy makers, develop consultation mechanisms and

participatory processes

* Analysis and technical assistance in support of the development or implementation of policies or legislation related

to the scope of this Programme




Between 300 000 and 1 million euro, up to 60% of the Global budget.

Who is in charge?


Person in charge Stefan SCHRECK




www.eufunds.info



LUX-2920 Luxembourg

code

Luxembourg

352 43 01 38 520

[email protected]




www.eufunds.info


221. SAFER INTERNET (E-SAFE)

Which fund is it? SAFER INTERNET (E-SAFE)


Duration 2009-2013


Resume Grants for promoting a safer use of internet and new online information technologies.

Domains concerned Information - Industry - Innovation - Justice – Security - Youth - New technologies

Who can apply? Local and Regional authorities - Schools - Corporations - Federations Unions -

Administrations States - SMEs - Universities - Associations - International Organisation


- Mediterranean countries – Balkans

Useful links http://www.saferinternet.org/web/guest/

http://ec.europa.eu/information_society/activities/sip/projects/centres/practices/


OBJECTIVES:

* Promoting safer use of the Internet and new online technologies, particularly for children

* Fighting against illegal content and content unwanted by the end user

ACTION LINES:

1. Reducing illegal content and tackling unwanted and harmful content (34% of the budget):

- Providing the public with contact points for reporting online illegal content and harmful conduct

- Promoting cooperation and exchange of information, experience and best practices between stakeholders at

national and European level

2. Promoting a safer online environment (10%):

- Encouraging stakeholders to develop and implement adequate systems of self regulation

3. Ensuring public awareness (48%)

4. Establishing a knowledge base (8%):

- Promoting investigation on online victimisation of children

FINANCED ACTIONS:

* Targeted projects, exchange of best practices

* Thematic and Integrated Networks bringing together a variety of stakeholders to ensure action throughout the EU

* Applied Europe-wide research carried out on a comparable basis into the way people, especially children, use new

media

PARTNERSHIP:

A consortium must involve at least 2 partners from 2 different countries.

The programme is open to Candidate countries, to EEA countries and to countries having contracted an international

agreement with the EU. International organisations may take part in any project at their own expense.

http://www.saferinternet.org/web/guest/

http://ec.europa.eu/information_society/activities/sip/projects/centres/practices/



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Periodicity Once a year, in February.


Maximum 50% of the eligble costs, public sector bodies may be reimbursed on the basis of 100% of the additional

costs.

Who is in charge?


Person in charge

M. MARTRA

LUX-2029 Luxembourg

code

Luxembourg

352 4301 38 230

352 4301 34 079

[email protected]




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222. SIGMA (IPA & ENPI)

Which fund is it? SIGMA (IPA & ENPI)


Duration 2007-2013


Resume Grants to support governance and efficient management of funds in the candidate and

neighbouring countries (national public bodies) Domains concerned Public management - Enlargement - Economy - Finances



Balkans

Useful links http://www.oecd.org

http://ec.europa.eu/world/enp/


OBJECTIVES:

* Support the ongoing reform of the public administration of EU candidate countries

* Enhance the capacities to implement EU policies and in particular the acquis communautaire, in the following

fields:

Public administration reform:

* Enhanced civil service legislation, strategy and coordination/management

* Improved strategy, coordination and management of policy processes and legislation

* A more efficient anti-corruption policy

* Enhanced administration of legal processes (in particular the judiciary) and improved administrative justice

* A more coherent legal business environment including regulatory and supervisory frameworks/capacities

* Conceptual and methodological support for decentralised organisation and management

Management of funds:

* Implementation of the budgetary and treasury reform including coordinated expenditure planning

* Implementation and enforcement of the acquits in public procurement, development of procurement capacities

* Improved external audit and anti-fraud coordination

FINANCED ACTIONS:

* Advice on reforms, design and implementation of strategic development plans

* Peer review/assistance

* Analysis and assessment of legal frameworks, methodologies, systems and institutions

* Methodological, technical and strategic input to optimise Commission assistance

* Support to networks

* Training

http://www.oecd.org/

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* Drafting of handbooks and other reference material


Periodicity Support is given through advice and technical assistance directly to the partner organisations.


Activities are funded in the framework of public service contracts for technical assistance, up to 100%.

Who is in charge?

Institution OECD

Person in charge

Johanna STRANG

2, rue Andr

75775 Paris Cedex 16

code

France

33 1 45 24 13 02

33 1 45 24 13 00

[email protected]




www.eufunds.info


223. SOROS FOUNDATION - OPEN SOCIETY INSTITUTE

Which fund is it? SOROS FOUNDATION - OPEN SOCIETY INSTITUTE




Resume Grants provided to NGO's projects in the new EU Member states, the accession countries

and the Southern Eastern Europe

Domains concerned Culture – Media - Local development - Education – Training - Health - Environment - Youth -

Human Rights - Co-op & Development


Regions European Union - Candidate countries - New Independant States - Asia - Balkans

Useful links http://www.soros.org


OBJECTIVES:

* Shape public policy to promote democratic governance, human rights, and economic, legal, and social reform.

* On a local level, range of initiatives to support the rule of law, education, public health, and independent media

FINANCED ACTIONS:

* The Arts and Culture: strengthen the autonomous cultural sector as an essential element of civil society.

* Children & Youth Programmes: innovative approaches to existing social and educational structures

* East Programme : Partnership Beyond Borders: supports international exchanges of civil society actors

* Economic & Business Development Programme: restructuring of transitional economics

* Education Support Program: facilitate change in education and national policy development

* EUMAP (EU monitoring and Advocacy Program): development of selected human rights and rule of law issues

* Human Rights & Governance Grants Programme: support to NGO in human rights field

* Information Programme: promotion of equal deployment of knowledge and communication resources

* International Higher Education Support Programme: promotes the advancement of higher education within the

humanities and social science

* Local Government & Public Service Reform : promotes effective democratic government

* Media Programme

* Public Health Programme: encourage sustainable change in the public health policy

* Roma Initiatives: improving social, political and economic situation of Romani populations

* Women's Programme: promotes advancement of women's human rights

* Scholarship Programmes: provides support for scholarships to help individuals throughout the world to improve the

social, political, and intellectual environments of their home communities

Eligible geographical areas for above programmes are EU new Member States and Accession countries of Central

and Eastern Europe as well as South Eastern European states. Other programmes deal with Asian countries.


http://www.soros.org/



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Periodicity Permanent or according to specific calls.


Co-funding must be found.

Who is in charge?

Institution Open Society Institute

Person in charge

Open Society Institute

Oktober 6. ut. 12

H-1051 Budapest

code

Hungary

36 1 882 3100

36 1 882 3101

[email protected]




www.eufunds.info


224. STUDY VISITS CEDEFOP

Which fund is it? STUDY VISITS CEDEFOP


Duration 2010-2013


Resume Grants for study visits intended for professionals from educaton and vocational training

sectors. Domains concerned Education – Training

Who can apply? Training centres - Universities


Useful links http://studyvisits.cedefop.europa.eu


OBJECTIVES:

* Activate information flows in the area of vocational training among specialists from EU Member States or from other

countries associated with the programme

* Promote mutual understanding of vocational training systems and schemes in European countries in order to shed

light on the taking of subsequent policy decisions

* Facilitate the transfer of conclusive experiments through an awareness of the context in which they took place

* Encourage co-operation among Community vocational training specialists according the necessity of activating

synergies with other activities of specific interest to the social partners or to administrative bodies

PRIORITY VISITS THEMES 2011-2012:

* Encourage cooperation between the areas of education, training and work

* Support the initial and continuing training of teachers, trainers and heads of educational and training institutions

* Encourage the acquisition of key skills across the education and training system

* Promoting social inclusion and gender equality in education and training, including the integration of migrants

* Develop strategies for education and lifelong learning and mobility

FINANCED ACTIONS:

A study visit is, of course, an encounter but it is first and foremost a journey (participants are constantly on the move

visiting places of importance to vocational training) in small groups (10-12 - 14 at most - from different countries).

This allows participants to meet not only one another but also the host country. The journey is short, lasting between

3 and 5 days.

The programme is addressed primarily to vocational training specialists operating in public administration and in

organizations run by the social partners.

Republics of Croatia, FYROM and Turkey can participate to this programme.


Periodicity Application from July 22 till October 14, 2011 for a study visit between March and June 2012.

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The grant is intended as a financial contribution and in some cases it may not cover all the costs incurred by

participants.

Who is in charge?

Institution Cedefop - European Centre for the Development of Vocational Training

Person in charge

George KOSTAKIS

PO Box 22427

GR-55102 Thessaloniki

code

Greece

30 23 10 49 01 11 (ou 262)

30 23 10 49 00 44

[email protected]




www.eufunds.info


225. TAIEX - TRANSITION FACILITY

Which fund is it? TAIEX - TRANSITION FACILITY




Resume Grants for technical assistance for new EU Member States' administrations.

Domains concerned Public management - Information - Enlargement

Who can apply? Local and Regional authorities - Federations Unions - Administrations States

Regions European Union - Candidate countries - New Independent States – Balkans

Useful links http://ec.europa.eu/enlargement/glossary/terms/transition-facility_en.htm


OBJECTIVES:

* Assistance under the TAIEX instrument will include the delivery of expertise and information to facilitate the

implementation and enforcement of the acquis in new Member States as well as to the understanding and flow of

information on progress and issues in this respect.

* Give advice on transposition, implementation and approximation and enforcement of EU legislation (except for

justice and home affairs and particularly in the field of environment and transport) in the form of expert missions,

seminars, workshops and study visits

FINANCED ACTIONS:

* Follow-up of assistance activities will be strengthened and specialised workshops, technical training activities and

regional training programmes will be further developed.

* Seminars, workshops, expert mobilisations and study visits

* Provision of tools and information products for amongst others, translation and interpretation activities and

coordination and monitoring in close co-operation with Member States and Commission services.

These activities are complementary to the Community-funded national programmes and target national

administrations, the judiciary, parliaments, regional and local administrations, public and semi-public entities as well

as the social partners and private sector organisations.

FINANCIAL SUPPORT:

* Costs for the organisation of workshops, study visits, mobilisation of Member States experts and other TAIEX

services are met according to pre-defined rules and rates and for example the importance of the subject.

* Participation to multi-country workshops in Brussels and Member States

* Study visits of Associated Countries‟ representatives to the European Commission and to Member States

* Expertise in the beneficiary Countries

Other services of the TAIEX Office

* Assistance in the field of Agriculture, Single market

* Assistance for Parliaments and Legislative Council, or the Finance Sector

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* Assistance at sub-national level and associations of local authorities, private sector associations




Expenses for exchange activities are covered by TAIEX, sometimes up to 100%.

Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Andrew RASBASH

Avenue de Cortenbergh 80

B-1049 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 2 2959243

[email protected]




www.eufunds.info


226. TAIEX - TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE INFORMATION EXCHANGE

PROGRAMME (IPA & ENPI)

Which fund is it? TAIEX - TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE INFORMATION EXCHANGE PROGRAMME (IPA &

ENPI)




Resume Grants for technical assistance and information actions for candidate countries'

administrations Domains concerned Public management - Information – Enlargement


Chambers

Regions European Union - Candidate countries - New Independent States - Mediterranean countries -

Balkans

Useful links http://ec.europa.eu/world/enp/index_en.htm


OBJECTIVES:

* Assistance under the TAIEX instrument will include the delivery of expertise and information to facilitate the

implementation and enforcement of the acquis in Croatia, FYROM, Island and Turkey as well as to the understanding

and flow of information on progress and issues in this respect.

* Provide Candidate countries with technical expertise and assistance in all fields relevant to the Community Acquis

(EU legislation)

* Give advice on transposition, implementation and approximation and enforcement of EU legislation (except for

justice and home affairs and particularly in the field of environment and transport) in the form of expert missions,

seminars, workshops and study visits

FINANCED ACTIONS:

* Costs for the organisation of workshops, study visits, mobilisation of Member States experts and other TAIEX

services are met according to pre-defined rules and rates and for example the importance of the subject

* Participation to multi-country workshops in Brussels and Member States

* Study visits of Associated Countries‟ representatives to the European Commission and to Member States

* Expertise in the beneficiary Countries

* Creation of external working groups in the beneficiary Countries

Other services of the TAIEX Office:

* Assistance in the field of Agriculture, Single market

* Assistance for Parliaments and Legislative Council, or the Finance Sector

* Assistance at sub-national level and associations of local authorities, private sector associations

* Creation of database

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Expenses for exchange activities are covered by TAIEX, sometimes up to 100%.

Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Paulo GOZZI

Rue de la Loi, 170

B-1049 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 2 295 07 55

32 2 296 47 12

[email protected]




www.eufunds.info


227. TEMPUS IV

Which fund is it? TEMPUS IV


Duration 2007-2013


Resume Grants for co-operation projects in the field of education and training between the EU and its

Neighbouring countries Domains concerned Education – Training - Co-op & Development

Who can apply? Local and Regional authorities - Corporations - Training centres - Administrations States -

Agencies Chambers - SMEs - Universities – Associations


- Mediterranean countries - Switzerland - Asia - Balkans

Useful links


http://www.tf.uns.ac.rs/tempusIV/index.html

http://www.enpi-info.eu/mainmed.php?id_type=10&id=248


OBJECTIVES:

* Help the process of social and economic reform and/or development in the Partner Countries, outside the EU

* Promote the quality and support the development and renewal of higher education in EU partner countries (those

non-eligible to LLP and LLP-LEONARDO), notably Western Balkans, New Independant countries and Mediterranean

partner countries

* Encourage their growing interaction and a cooperation as balanced as possible with partners in the European

Union, through joint activities and relevant mobility

FINANCED ACTIONS:

1 * Joint European Projects are structured projects to achieve clearly defined objectives over two, or three-year

periods, and for which grants are awarded primarily to groups of institutions - universities - co-operating together

„consortia‟

- Curriculum development projects focus on the content and method of teaching in

higher education institutions in the Partner Countries

- University Management Projects focus on the restructuring of the management, organisation and administration of

universities

- Training Courses for Institution Building focus on developing the administrative and institutional structures

2 * Structural and Complementary Measures are shorter-term activities supporting national reform and targeting

specific needs, with grants awarded through a relatively light selection and award procedure. These activities can

have a duration from a few weeks to one year

3 Accompanying Measures comprise of dissemination and information activities, such as thematic conferences,

studies and activities aiming at the identification and exploitation of good practice, stakeholder consultations, etc.


http://www.tf.uns.ac.rs/tempusIV/index.html

http://www.enpi-info.eu/mainmed.php?id_type=10&id=248



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List of eligible countries: Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo under UNSC Resolution 1244/99, Montenegro,

Serbia ; the eastern European and central Asian countries of Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Georgia, Kazakhstan,

Kyrgyzstan, Moldova, Russian Federation, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Ukraine and Uzbekistan; and the Mediterranean

partners.

Other countries may participate on the basis of self-financing: Iceland, Japan, Liechtenstein, Norway, Switzerland,

Turkey, Croatia and FYRM


Periodicity

Joint Projects and Structural Measures are implemented through regular Calls for Proposals,

while Accompanying Measures are launched through Calls for Tender or Framework

Contracts, according the diff


Joint Projects with EC grants from € 0.5 to € 1.5 million - Structural Measures with EC grants from € 0.5 to € 1.5

million.

Who is in charge?

Institution European Commission European Training Foundation

Person in charge

Klaus HAUPT

Rue de la Loi, 200

B-1049 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 2 296 99 23

32 2 296 32 33

[email protected]




www.eufunds.info


228. TEN-E TRANSEUROPEAN ENERGY NETWORKS

Which fund is it? TEN-E TRANSEUROPEAN ENERGY NETWORKS


Duration 2007-2013


Resume Grants in the frame of the Trans-European Networks for energy, electricity and natural gas

Domains concerned Local development – Energy – Industry - Economy - Finances

Who can apply? Local and Regional authorities – Corporations - Administrations States - SMEs

Regions European Union - Candidate countries - New Independant States

Useful links http://europa.eu/legislation_summaries/energy/internal_energy_market/l27066_en.htm

http://ec.europa.eu/energy/infrastructure/index_en.htm


OBJECTIVES:

* Efficient functioning of the Internal market and especially the energy market

* Reinforcing of the socio-economic cohesion by reducing the isolated situation of the less-favoured regions in the

European Union

* Reinforcing of safety in the supply of energy

The electricity networks concern:

- High voltage lines, excluding those of distribution networks, and submarine links

- Protection, monitoring and control equipment essential for the system in question to operate properly

The natural gas networks concern:

- High pressure gas pipelines, excluding those of distribution networks, making it possible to obtain supplies from

internal or external sources

- Underground storage facilities

- Reception, storage and re-gasification facilities for liquefied natural gas (LNG) and also gas carriers

- Protection, monitoring and control equipment essential for the system in question to operate properly

FINANCED ACTIONS:

* Solving the problems of bottlenecks and missing links, especially cross-border, and dealing with congestion

* Taking account of the needs of the internal market in the light of enlargement

* Establishing energy networks in island, isolated, peripheral and ultra peripheral regions while promoting the use of

renewable energy sources

* Interoperability of networks within the European Union with those in the accession countries and with other

countries in Europe and the Mediterranean and Black Sea basins

http://europa.eu/legislation_summaries/energy/internal_energy_market/l27066_en.htm

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TEN only provides funding for common paneuropean interest projects between at least 2 countries. The European

Union has identified a list of common interest projects that have been updated since the entering of new Member

states.

Investment: maximum period covering interest costs is 5 years.

Structural funds, Cohesion fund, the financial instruments for Candidate and Neighbour countries IPA and ENPI (see

EUROFUNDING sheets) may cover the new EU Member States or the candidate countries' participation to the

programme.


Periodicity One call every 12 months, in December.


Feasibility studies: up to 50% of the Global budget of the project. Works: max. 10% of the investment costs (non

priority projects) and max 20% (priority project).


Person in charge

Patrick BOURREL

Rue de la Loi, 200

B-1049 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 2 295 79 43

[email protected]




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229. TEN-T TRANSEUROPEAN TRANSPORT NETWORKS

Which fund is it? TEN-T TRANSEUROPEAN TRANSPORT NETWORKS


Duration 2007-2013


Resume Grants in the frame of the Trans-European Networks for transport

Domains concerned Public management – Transport - Local development – Industry – Services - Economy –

Finances

Who can apply? Local and Regional authorities - Administrations States - Agencies Chambers - Investment

Funds


Useful links

http://ec.europa.eu/transport/infrastructure/index_en.htm

http://tentea.ec.europa.eu/

http://europa.eu/agencies/executive_agencies/ten-t/index_en.htm


OBJECTIVES:

* Development of infrastructure which promotes the interconnection of national networks

* Necessary measures for the gradual achievement of an interoperable rail network

* Necessary measures to promote long-distance, short sea and inland shipping

* Necessary measures to integrate rail and air transport, especially through rail access to airports, whenever

appropriate, and the infrastructures and installations needed

FINANCED ACTIONS:

* Road, rail or combined transport construction projects concerning European infrastructures of common interest

* Studies

Among the PRIORITIES:

- Projects presented jointly by at least 2 Member States notably in cross-frontier cases

- Projects contributing to network continuity and to the optimisation of capacity

- Programmes for the deployment of traffic management systems for rail and its components as well as traffic

management systems in the domain of air and maritime

Among the priority projects:

- Motorways of the Sea

http://ec.europa.eu/transport/infrastructure/index_en.htm

http://tentea.ec.europa.eu/

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- Rail Axis Athina–Sofia–Budapest–Wien–Praha–Nürnberg/Dresden

- Rail axis Gdansk–Warszawa–Brno/Bratislava-Wien

- Rail axis Lyon/Genova–Basel–Duisburg-Rotterdam/Antwerp

- Motorway Gdansk–Brno/Bratislava-Wien

- Rail/road axis Ireland/United Kingdom/Continental Europe «Rail Baltica»

- Rail axis Warsaw-Kaunas-Riga–Tallinn«Eurocaprail»

Structural funds, Cohesion fund, IPA and ENPI (see EUROFUNDING sheets) may cover the new EU Member States

or the candidate countries' participation to the programme. The EIB also participates in facilitating the development of

infrastructures by interest rate rebates on loans and loan guarantees.


Periodicity Each year, a Multi-Annual Call and an Annual Call are launched.


Studies: Maximum 50% of the eligible costs. Works: max. 10% (priority projects) or max. 30% (projects in cross-

border sections) of the total construction costs.


Person in charge

Jean-Eric PAQUET

Square Fr

B-1040 Brussels

code

Belgium

32 2 298 14 26

32 2 297 37 27

[email protected] / [email protected]




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230. TWINNING (IPA & ENPI)

Which fund is it? TWINNING (IPA & ENPI)

Amount Budget: depending on national IPA and ENPI

Duration 2007-2013


Resume Grants for accession partnerships, twinning activities and institution building between central

administrations. Domains concerned Public management - Local development - Education – Training – Enlargement

Who can apply? Local and Regional authorities - Training centres - Federations Unions - Administrations

States

Regions European Union - Candidate countries - New Independant States - Mediterranean countries -

Balkans

Useful links http://www.twinning-hw.rs/about-twinning-projects/


OBJECTIVES:

* Help to strengthen the institutional and administrative capacity (developing the structures, human resources and

management skills) of these countries

* Adapt their administrations to the Community "acquis" (the entire body of European Community legislation that has

accumulated over the past 40 years)

PRIORITY AREAS:

* Agriculture, environment, finance, standardisation, internal market, justice and home affairs

FINANCED ACTIONS:

* Twinnings: this "Institution building" instrument makes available to the new member states (2004, 2007), the

candidate and the neighbourhood countries, the administrative and technical expertise of central administrations and

other competent organisations in the EU Member States (via the placement of EU experts to the candidate countries

in order to collaborate to a common project), through a process of twinning. Consult the list of eligible organisations

for these institutional twinnings.

The beneficiary countries choose their Member State partners

* Twinning projects must yield a concrete, operational result in terms of the beneficiary country meeting a

requirement in connection with the EU acquis

* The Twinning partners commit themselves to achieving the result, and not only to the means to achieve it - the

outcoming system must function under the sole responsibility and means of the beneficiary country

* Twinning is a joint project : the beneficiary country commits itself to undertaking and funding reforms, the Member

States to accompanying the process for the duration of the project

* The Twinning partners draft a detailed Twinning work plan, before starting work

* Twinning projects are implemented to achieve a mandatory result through the transfer of hands-on public sector

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experience and expertise

Twinning operations are financed out of each country‟s national envelope within IPA and ENPI and operate on the

basis of an agreement between the Commission and the candidate country which will set out the terms and

conditions as well as the twinning covenant between the candidate country and Member State setting out the

responsibilities of each party.

Since 2007, the beneficiary countries are official and potential candidate IPA countries, ENPI countries as well as the

last 12 countries which became EU Member States (2004 and 2007).




All operational costs are reimbursed by the EC.

Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Jordi RODRIGUEZ RUIZ

Rue de la Loi, 200

B-1049 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 2 299 03 21

[email protected]




www.eufunds.info


231. YOUTH IN ACTION

Which fund is it? YOUTH IN ACTION


Duration 2007-2013


Resume Grants for cooperation and exchanges in the field of youth and informal education and

training.

Domains concerned Employment - Culture - Media - Information - Local development - Education - Training -

Innovation - Youth - New technologies - Citizenship

Who can apply? Local and Regional authorities - Training centres - Federations, Unions - Agencies,

Chambers – Associations – Corporations - SMEs

Regions European Union - Latin America - Candidate countries - New Independent States - European

Economic Area - Mediterranean countries - Asia – Switzerland - Balkans

Useful links

http://ec.europa.eu/youth/


OBJECTIVES:

* Promote young people‟s active citizenship and their European citizenship

* Develop solidarity among young people, in particular in order to reinforce social cohesion in the European Union

* Promote European cooperation in youth policies

GENERAL PRIORITIES :

* Participation of young people, cultural diversity, Sport, European citizenship and social inclusion

* Combating violence against women

FINANCED ACTIONS:

* Action 1 Youth for Europe : support exchanges of young people in order to increase their mobility, support youth

initiatives and projects concerning participation in democratic life, in order to develop young people‟s citizenship and

mutual understanding

* Action 2 European Voluntary Service: step up young people's participation in various forms of voluntary activities,

both within and outside the European Union

* Action 3 Youth in the World: support projects with the partner countries (exchanges of young people and youth

workers) and initiatives that reinforce young people‟s mutual understanding, sense of solidarity and support the

development of cooperation in the field of youth and civil society in these countries

* Action 4 Youth support systems: support bodies active at European level in the field of youth, in particular the

operation of youth NGOs, their networking, the exchange, training and networking of youth workers, encouraging

innovation and quality, providing young people with information and developing the structures and activities needed

for the programme to meet these goals

* Action 5 Support European cooperation in the youth field: organise dialogue between the various actors in the field




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of youth

The programme is intended for young people, groups of young people, those active in youth work, non-profit making

organisations and associations and other partners working in the field of youth.

Depending on the action or sub-action, participants based in different countries can participate in the programme.

Neighbouring countries: Swiss, Croatia, Balkans, New Independent States, Caucasus and Mediterranean Countries

to Actions 2, 3.1 and 5.1. Other third countries in the world to Action 3.2.


Periodicity 3 selections per year for actions managed at the European level and 4 for actions managed at

the national level.


According to the sub-programmes

Who is in charge?


Person in charge

Pascal LEJEUNE


B-1049 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 2 295 08 83

[email protected]




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232. YOUTH IN ACTION - ACTION 1 - YOUTH FOR EUROPE

Which fund is it? YOUTH IN ACTION - ACTION 1 - YOUTH FOR EUROPE


Duration 2007-2013


Resume Grants for projects promoting civil participation under the youth by exchanges, mobility and

activities involving young people

Domains concerned Social Affairs - Information - Education – Training - Youth - New technologies

Who can apply? Local and Regional authorities - Training centres - Federations Unions - Administrations States

- Development NGOs - Universities - Associations - International Organisation


Useful links http://ec.europa.eu/youth/youth-in-action-programme/youth-for-europe_en.htm

http://eacea.ec.europa.eu/youth/programme/action1_en.php


OBJECTIVES:

* Increase mobility of young people by supporting Youth Exchanges

* Develop young people‟s citizenship and mutual understanding by supporting Youth Initiatives, projects and activities

concerning their participation in democratic life

* Promote young people‟s active citizenship and their European citizenship

FINANCED ACTIONS:

* 1.1. Bilateral, trilateral or multilateral youth Exchanges

* 1.2. Youth Initiatives: projects designed at local, regional or national level, initiated, set up and carried out by young

people themselves. Networking of similar projects in different countries

* 1.3. Youth Democracy Projects: projects developed by European partnerships, allowing the pooling, at European

level, of ideas, experiences and methodologies from projects or activities at local, regional, national or international

level, in order to improve young people‟s participation

* Multi-Measure projects: a single application can be submit for several activities under Action1

PRIORITIES:

* Participation of small associations, those who have not organised, nor participated in, youth exchanges before

* Projects involving young people with fewer opportunities

* Projects where partner groups of young people from more than 2 countries come together (trilateral and multilateral

projects)

SELECTION CRITERIA:

* All projects must involve at least 1 EU Member State. Balkans Countries, New independent states and

Mediterranean Countries can participate as partners

http://ec.europa.eu/youth/youth-in-action-programme/youth-for-europe_en.htm




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* Exchanges (length of stay from 6 up to 21 days) are intended to Groups (from 16 up to 60 persons) of young

people, in principle aged between 13 and 25 and legally resident in a programme country

* Transnational Youth Initiatives are based on a partnership of at least 2 partner groups from different Programme

Countries (at least 1 is an EU Member State). A group must consist of at least 4 individuals

* Youth Democracy Projects must have a national and a transnational networking dimension (at least 2 different

countries + at least 2 different partners in each country)


Periodicity 5 deadlines per year (the 1st of February, April, June, September, November). Only February,

June and September for EU NGOs.


The grant can reach 75% of eligible costs according to the type of action and type of expense (travel, visit,

organisation...).


Person in charge

M. PODLASEK-ZIEGLER


B-1049 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 2 2964598

[email protected]




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233. YOUTH IN ACTION - ACTION 2 - EUROPEAN VOLUNTARY SERVICE

Which fund is it? YOUTH IN ACTION - ACTION 2 - EUROPEAN VOLUNTARY SERVICE


Duration 2007-2013


Resume Grants for any informal youth initiative by means of a transnational European voluntary

service for the youth Domains concerned Social Affairs - Culture - Media - Information - Education - Training - Youth - Citizenship

Who can apply? Local and Regional authorities - Administrations, States - Associations – Development NGOs

- SMEs

Regions European Union - Africa-Caribbean-Pacific - Latin America- Candidate countries - New

Independent States - European Economic Area – Switzerland - Asia - Balkans

Useful links


http://ec.europa.eu/youth/youth-in-action-programme/european-voluntary-service_en.htm



OBJECTIVES:

* Provide an informal intercultural learning experience for young people encouraging their social integration, active

participation, increasing their employability and giving them opportunities to show solidarity with other people

* Support the development of local communities

* Encourage the establishment of new partnerships and the exchange of experience and good practice between the

partners

PRIORITIES:

* Involving young people with fewer opportunities

and partner organisations participating for the first time in an EVS activity

* Encouraging further development of established partnerships

* In the framework of the cooperation with „other Partner Countries of the world‟ projects with countries from Africa,

the Caribbean and the Pacific as well as from Latin America and Asia.

FINANCED ACTIONS:

An EVS project (often bilateral) allows a young person to be a volunteer in another country for a period between 6

and 12 months, which can take place, for example, in the following fields:

- Environment - Arts and culture - Social services - Activities with children, young people or the elderly - Heritage -

Sports and leisure

* Individual EVS only concerns one volunteer

* Group EVS Activity could concern up to 100 volunteers sent by one or several Sending Organisations to one or

several Host Organisations

SELECTION CRITERIA:

The EVS must:

* Take place in another country


http://ec.europa.eu/youth/youth-in-action-programme/european-voluntary-service_en.htm




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* Be non-profit-making and not involve job substitution

* Consist in a partnership between the volunteer, the sending organisation and the host organisation

* Bring an added value to the host organisation and the local community

* Last for a limited period (maximum 12 months)

* Involve at least 1 EU Member State

A profit-making organisation could be eligible only when it organises an event in the area of youth.





The sending organisation is reimbursed for the cost of the volunteer travel and for a fixed amount plus a flat rate. The

sending and the hosting organisations are reimbursed for the exceptional costs created by the placement of the

volunteer.

Who is in charge?


Person in charge

F. FJELDAVLI


B-1049 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 2 296 25 79

[email protected]




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234. YOUTH IN ACTION - ACTION 3 - YOUTH IN THE WORLD

Which fund is it? YOUTH IN ACTION - ACTION 3 - YOUTH IN THE WORLD


Duration 2007-2013


Resume Grants for projects with third countries, to promote exchanges of young people and the

development of partnerships and networks Domains concerned Social Affairs - Education - Training - Youth - Co-op & Development - Citizenship

Who can apply? Local and Regional authorities - Associations

Region


Independent States - European Economic Area - Mediterranean countries - Switzerland -

Asia - Balkans

Useful links


http://ec.europa.eu/youth/youth-in-action-programme/youth-in-the-world_en.htm



OBJECTIVES:

* Promoting exchanges and cooperation in the field of youth and non-formal education with other regions of the world

* Promote dialogue, mutual tolerance, intercultural awareness and solidarity beyond the borders of the European

Union, break down prejudices and stereotypes, build up societies based on common understanding and respect

* Contribute to the development of civil society and the strengthening of democracy in the Partner Countries

FINANCED ACTIONS:

3.1. Cooperation with the neighbouring countries of the European Union

* Youth Exchanges (based Action 1.1)

* Training and Networking Projects (based on Action 4.3)

3.2. Cooperation with „other Partner Countries of the world‟

* Youth exchanges

* Development of partnerships and networks

* Training

* Seminars and conferences

* Feasibility and study visits

* Evaluation meetings

* Information and awareness campaigns in favour of young people

PRIORITIES:

* Within Action 3.2, priority will be given to projects promoting dialogue, exchange and cooperation with China.

SELECTION CRITERIA:

* Multilateral Youth Exchanges must involve partner groups from at least 2 Neighbouring Partner Countries. Youth

exchanges cannot take place in a Mediterranean partner country. This activity is financed under EuroMed Youth


http://ec.europa.eu/youth/youth-in-action-programme/youth-in-the-world_en.htm




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programme

* For Training and Networking projects, projects must involve at least 2 partners from Neighbouring Partner Countries

and 2 partners from at least one EU member state and one partner country.


Periodicity For 3.2: Annual specific call for proposals. For 3.1: up to 5 deadlines per year (1st February,

April, June, September, November).


According to the type of action and type of expenses, but generally 70% of actual travel costs, plus a fixed amount

covering general activities.

Who is in charge?


Person in charge

M. CONTE


B-1049 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 2 296 61 84

32 2 295 76 33

[email protected]




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235. YOUTH IN ACTION - ACTION 4 - YOUTH SUPPORT SYSTEMS

Which fund is it? YOUTH IN ACTION - ACTION 4 - YOUTH SUPPORT SYSTEMS


Duration 2007-2013


Resume Grants developing the quality of support structures and to support the role of those active in

youth work and youth organisations

Domains concerned Culture – Media – Information - Education – Training – Citizenship - Youth

Who can apply? Research centres - Local and Regional authorities – Schools - Training centres - Federations

Unions – Universities – Associations - International Organisation


Useful links http://ec.europa.eu/youth/youth-in-action-programme/youth-support-systems_en.htm



OBJECTIVES:

* Encourage the development of European/international non-governmental youth organisations

* Contribute to the active participation of young citizens in public life and in society

* Development and implementation of Community cooperation actions in the field of youth in the broad sense

PRIORITIES:

2011 is the European Year of Volunteering and also the Europe-China Year of Youth.

FINANCED ACTIONS

4.1. Support for bodies active at European level in the youth field: operating grants to NGOs for activities aimed at

young people‟s participation in public life and in society and at the development of European cooperation activities in

the field of youth

4.2. Support for the European Youth Forum

4.3. Improved mobility of young workers in training and supporting youth work for young unemployed people: the

promotion and acquisition of new skills and competencies to enhance the profile of young professionals

4.4. Projects encouraging innovation and quality

4.5. Information activities for young people and those active in youth work and youth organisations

- Activities at European and national level which improve young people‟s access to information and communication

services, increase the participation of young people in the preparation and dissemination of information products,

development of European, national, regional and local youth portals for the dissemination of specific information for

young people

http://ec.europa.eu/youth/youth-in-action-programme/youth-support-systems_en.htm




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4.6. Partnerships: Funding of partnerships with regional or local bodies

4.7. Support for the structures of the Programme (including National Agencies)

4.8. Adding to the value of the Programme: seminars, colloquia and meetings to facilitate the implementation of the

Programme and the valorisation of its results

Among the Candidate countries Turkey fully participate in the programme.


Periodicity Once a year for actions 4.1, 4.3, and 4.6.


Action 4.1 and 4.3, co-funding rate 80% and 50% for action 4.6. Amounts vary for the other actions.


Person in charge

Robert FRANCE


B-1049 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 2 299 59 76

[email protected]




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236. YOUTH IN ACTION - ACTION 5 - SUPPORT FOR EUROPEAN

COOPERATION IN THE YOUTH FIELD

Which fund is it? YOUTH IN ACTION - ACTION 5 - SUPPORT FOR EUROPEAN COOPERATION IN THE

YOUTH FIELD


Duration 2007-2013


Resume Grants for seminars and specific projects to improve dialogue and cooperation in the youth

field

Domains concerned Social Affairs – Information - Education – Training – Health – Citizenship - Youth

Who can apply? Local and Regional authorities - Administrations States – Associations - International

Organisation


Useful links

http://ec.europa.eu/youth/youth-in-action-programme/support-for-policy-cooperation_en.htm


http://www.youth.org.cy/default.asp?id=338


OBJECTIVES:

* Organise structured dialogue between the various actors in the youth field, in particular young people themselves,

those active in youth work and youth organisations and policy makers

* Support Transnational and National Youth Seminars

* Contribute to the development of policy cooperation in the youth field

* Facilitate the development of the networks necessary to a better understanding of youth

PRIORITIES:

* Combating violence against women

* Sport as a tool to promote active citizenship and social inclusion of young people

* Promoting healthy lifestyles through physical activities including sport

* 2009 European Year of Innovation and Creativity and European Parliament elections

FINANCED ACTIONS:

* 5.1. Meetings of young people and those responsible for youth policy

- National and Transnational Youth Seminars (3 to 6 days) including the exchange of ideas and good practice and

debates

http://ec.europa.eu/youth/youth-in-action-programme/support-for-policy-cooperation_en.htm


http://www.youth.org.cy/default.asp?id=338



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* 5.2. Support for activities to bring about better understanding and knowledge in the field of youth

- Specific projects for the identification of existing knowledge, for the development of methods for analysing and

comparing the results of studies and guaranteeing their quality, and for the development of the networks necessary

to a better understanding of youth

* 5.3. Cooperation with international organisations

- Support to the European Union‟s cooperation with international intergovernmental organisations working in the

youth field, in particular the Council of Europe, the United Nations or its specialised institutions.

SELECTION CRITERIA:

* Transnational Youth Seminars must involve partners from at least 5 Programme Countries

* Organisations based in Neighbouring Partner Countries can participate in Transnational Youth Seminars, but

cannot submit the application





Maximum 50 000 euro and 75% of total costs for action 5.1, various amounts for action 5.2 and 5.3


Person in charge

Education, Audiovisual & Culture Executive Agency


B-1049 Bruxelles

code

Belgium

32 2 297 56 15

32 2 292 13 30

[email protected]
