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.
Funding opportunities
Democracy and Governance
Proposals now under evaluation
European Cultural Heritage and the Cultural and Creative Industries
Submit your proposals by 21 September 2023
Social and Economic Transformations
Proposals now under evaluation
Apply for funding
Who should apply
Information on how to compose your project team and find partners
How to apply
Overview of the application process and what types of projects can be funded
Support for applicants
Resources and contact points to help you prepare your proposal
How to manage your project
Grants & reporting
Guidelines on the contractual management of your project and reporting
Communication
Tips and requirements on communicating your project
Dissemination and exploitation
Advice and resources on how to disseminate and exploit your project results
News
Results of the Commission’s public consultation on the EU’s research programmes
Results of the Commission’s public consultation on the EU’s research programmes
Improving displaced people’s self-reliance and resilience
Europe faces an influx of refugees, part of the 16 million plus people worldwide experiencing protracted displacement.
Tackling gender equality in Research and Innovation
On International Women’s Day, learn how the EU addresses gender inequalities in research and innovation (R&I) and what Horizon Europe applicants should know when applying for funding.
Reconnecting the European Union with the citizens it represents
The EU-funded RECONNECT project has developed policy proposals, tools and solutions that can help improve the relationship between the EU and those it represents.
Publications
REA fosters excellence in science for European Year of Skills
REA fosters excellence in science for European Year of Skills
Fostering excellent science for future generations
In this brochure, you will discover some of our fascinating projects and learn more about what REA can do for you.
New European Bauhaus
The New European Bauhaus is a novel initiative that connects the European Green Deal to our daily lives and living spaces.
Are you communicating your Horizon Europe project?
Are you communicating your Horizon Europe project?