Cluster 2 aims to strengthen democratic values, including rule of law and fundamental rights, safeguarding our cultural heritage, and promoting socio-economic transformations that contribute to inclusion and growth. The European Commission funds research and innovation projects to meet these objectives under Horizon Europe.
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Call closed on 7 February 2024
Call closed on 22 January 2025
Call closed on 7 February 2024
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What to comply with when applying for funding and implementing your project
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Guidelines on the contractual management of your project and reporting
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News

A Commission Communication outlining the key policy and budgetary challenges that will shape the the next EU long-term budget is now available.

Over the last few weeks, we have been communicating about the benefits of sharing scientific results, and we have also provided some guidance for you to make the most of your research findings. We have now prepared a summary for you.

Interested in how research and innovation support EU’s political objectives? Passionate about science or always on the lookout for the latest tech trends? Well, look no further, because REA could be the spot you were looking for!

The EU-funded EU-India InnoCenter was launched to connect Europe’s cutting-edge tech businesses with India’s huge market potential. The initiative set out to spark innovation, smooth the path for European start-ups and strengthen the EU-India partnership.
Publications

EU-funded research and innovation projects from the 2023 call for proposals of Horizon Europe’s. Cluster 2, ‘Culture, Creativity and Inclusive Society’

Research and strategies to prevent radicalisation and violent extremism

Projects from the 2023 call for proposals of Cluster 2 “Culture, Creativity & Inclusive Society” : innovative research on European cultural heritage and the cultural and creative industries : building our future from the past

CORDIS results pack on connecting citizens with democracy