Under Cluster 2, the European Commission funds research that will strengthen democratic governance, trust in institutions and that will protect fundamental rights.
2026 call
Horizon Europe 2026 call for proposals Submit your proposal by 23 September 2026
10 topics e.g.: Supporting post-conflict democracy and reconstruction, tackling gender-based violence against LGBTIQ people, building a sustainable media future
112.5 million Overall indicative budget
HORIZON-CL2-2026-01-DEMOCRACY
- 26 March 2026Info day
- 12 May 2026Launch of the call for proposals
- 23 September 2026Deadline for applicants to submit a proposal
- By February 2027 (TBC)Applicants informed if their proposals have been selected
- 26 May 2027Grant agreement signature for successful projects
- TBCProjects start
2025 call
See all calls on the Funding and Tenders portal.
HORIZON-CL2-2025-01-DEMOCRACY
- 15 May 2025Launch of the call for proposals
- 16 September 2025Deadline for applicants to submit a proposal
- mid-February 2026Applicants informed if their proposals have been selected
- mid-May 2026Grant agreement signature for successful projects
- TBCProjects start
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