Cluster 3 - Civil Security for Society responds to the challenges arising from persistent security threats, including cybercrime, as well as natural and man-made disasters. To reach this goal, the European Commission funds research and innovation projects on crisis management, fight against crime and terrorism, external and border security, cybersecurity, privacy and trust through Horizon Europe.
Funding opportunities
Better Protect the EU and its Citizens against Crime and Terrorism
Apply before 23 November 2023
Effective Management of External Borders
Apply before 23 November 2023
Resilient Infrastructures
Apply before 23 November 2023
Increased cybersecurity
Apply before 23 November 2023
A Disaster Resilient Society for Europe
Apply before 23 November 2023
Strengthened Security Research and Innovation (SSRI)
Apply before 23 November 2023
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
Open science
What you should comply with when applying for funding and implementing your project
Gender in EU research and innovation
What to comply with when applying for funding and implementing your project
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
Six online courses to boost your skills and knowledge
Looking to learn new skills and expand your knowledge? Check out our list of online courses developed by EU-funded research projects that will make you stand out.
Science Communication: how social media can effectively boost your research project
We talked to two EU-funded research projects active on social media about the challenges and opportunities various online platforms present. The projects provided tips on how social media can increase the impact and reach for your research!
Traineeships at REA: key insights and how to apply
A Blue Book traineeship at the European Research Executive Agency (REA) allows you to gain first-hand knowledge of EU-funded projects and the European Commission’s key policy priorities. Get key insights from our previous trainees.
Bringing EU security research and policy together: projects to policy seminar video
Research and policy met on 14 and 15 June on the 4th edition of Projects to Policy Seminar organised by DG HOME.F2 (Innovation and Security Research) and the REA.C2 (Secure Society).
Publications
Communicating about your research project using social media
How to make the most of your research project with social media
The European Year of Skills
Fostering skills development in the EU for more sustainable, resilient, and fair societies
EU Mission “Restore our Ocean and Waters”: European Research Executive Agency contributing to the Mission
EU Mission “Restore our Ocean and Waters”: European Research Executive Agency contributing to the Mission
EU Mission on Climate-Neutral and Smart Cities: European Research Executive Agency contributing to the Mission
EU Mission on Climate-Neutral and Smart Cities: European Research Executive Agency contributing to the Mission