Strengthened implementation of the EU Pact on Migration and Asylum and a focus on inclusion, integration, and health
Overview
The EU funding opportunity titled "Strengthened implementation of the EU Pact on Migration and Asylum and a focus on inclusion, integration, and health" is part of the Horizon Europe program. It specifically aims to enhance the effectiveness of migration governance and support the integration and health of migrants and refugees. The funding falls under the Culture, Creativity and Inclusive Society call for the year 2026, designated as HORIZON-CL2-2026-01.
This call encompasses multiple topics, each with its own budget requirements and expected number of grants. It follows a single-stage application process set to open on May 12, 2026, with proposals due by September 23, 2026. Most topics are categorized under HORIZON-RIA (Research and Innovation Actions), while some may fall under HORIZON-IA (Innovation Actions) and HORIZON-CSA (Coordination and Support Actions). The funding mechanism is primarily a lump sum grant, ranging between €3,000,000 to €4,000,000 per project.
The expected outcomes for funded projects include the improved implementation of the EU Pact through evidence-based insights into asylum processes, health equity for migrants by integrating health data, and evaluations of long-term social inclusion strategies. Proposals should focus on a comprehensive analysis of the EU Pact components, health data integration challenges, the impact of intersectional factors on migrant health access, and the development of comparative evaluation frameworks for social inclusion strategies.
Eligible participants include a wide range of entities capable of conducting relevant research, including universities, research institutes, SMEs, large enterprises, and non-profit organizations. Participation of the Joint Research Centre (JRC) is allowed as a consortium member.
The funding opportunity is primarily targeted at entities from EU Member States and Associated Countries, and may include non-EU countries under specific agreements. The application requires adherence to specific guidelines set out in the Horizon Europe Work Programme General Annexes, including limits on proposal length and eligibility criteria.
This initiative seeks to bolster collaborative efforts among researchers, policymakers, and civil society organizations to tackle critical challenges related to migration and asylum in Europe, and aims to provide robust, evidence-based policy recommendations for enhancing integration and health equity for migrants and refugees.
This call encompasses multiple topics, each with its own budget requirements and expected number of grants. It follows a single-stage application process set to open on May 12, 2026, with proposals due by September 23, 2026. Most topics are categorized under HORIZON-RIA (Research and Innovation Actions), while some may fall under HORIZON-IA (Innovation Actions) and HORIZON-CSA (Coordination and Support Actions). The funding mechanism is primarily a lump sum grant, ranging between €3,000,000 to €4,000,000 per project.
The expected outcomes for funded projects include the improved implementation of the EU Pact through evidence-based insights into asylum processes, health equity for migrants by integrating health data, and evaluations of long-term social inclusion strategies. Proposals should focus on a comprehensive analysis of the EU Pact components, health data integration challenges, the impact of intersectional factors on migrant health access, and the development of comparative evaluation frameworks for social inclusion strategies.
Eligible participants include a wide range of entities capable of conducting relevant research, including universities, research institutes, SMEs, large enterprises, and non-profit organizations. Participation of the Joint Research Centre (JRC) is allowed as a consortium member.
The funding opportunity is primarily targeted at entities from EU Member States and Associated Countries, and may include non-EU countries under specific agreements. The application requires adherence to specific guidelines set out in the Horizon Europe Work Programme General Annexes, including limits on proposal length and eligibility criteria.
This initiative seeks to bolster collaborative efforts among researchers, policymakers, and civil society organizations to tackle critical challenges related to migration and asylum in Europe, and aims to provide robust, evidence-based policy recommendations for enhancing integration and health equity for migrants and refugees.
Detail
This EU funding opportunity, titled "Strengthened implementation of the EU Pact on Migration and Asylum and a focus on inclusion, integration, and health," aims to improve the implementation of the EU Pact on Migration and Asylum and promote the inclusion, integration, and health of migrants and refugees. It falls under the Horizon Europe program, specifically the Culture, Creativity and Inclusive Society call for 2026 (HORIZON-CL2-2026-01).
The call consists of several topics, each with its own budget, contributions, and indicative number of grants. All topics follow a single-stage submission process with a planned opening date of May 12, 2026, and a deadline of September 23, 2026, at 17:00:00 Brussels time. The type of action for most topics is HORIZON-RIA (Research and Innovation Actions), with a few exceptions being HORIZON-IA (Innovation Actions) and HORIZON-CSA (Coordination and Support Actions). The Model Grant Agreement (MGA) type is HORIZON Lump Sum Grant [HORIZON-AG-LS].
The expected outcomes of the projects funded under this call are:
Improved implementation of the EU Pact on Migration and Asylum through evidence-based insights in asylum and migration management, age assessment of minors, and resettlement frameworks, ensuring fair and efficient migration governance.
Insight into legal pathways addressing both EU Member States’ needs and potential offers of circular and permanent migration schemes in selected partner countries.
Enhanced health equity for migrants, including refugees by integrating robust health data into national systems, addressing governance barriers, and tackling intersectional inequities in healthcare access, identifying data/indicators on basic needs in health and sanitation, including as compared to adequate treatment.
Comprehensive evaluation of long-term social inclusion and integration strategies, providing evidence-based policy recommendations for labour market access, housing, education, health (including mental health), recognition of qualifications and validation of skills, youth participation, and social, political, and cultural inclusion.
The scope of the proposals should include:
A comprehensive analysis of the EU Pact on Migration and Asylum's components, including the solidarity mechanism, age assessment framework for minors, crisis and force majeure migration management, EU externalisation policies on global migration patterns, and the Union Resettlement and Humanitarian Admission Framework. This analysis should account for diverse national institutional landscapes and propose tailored policy recommendations that uphold human rights and enhance practical implementation.
Mapping the existing landscape of health data integration for migrants, including refugees across national health information systems, evaluating existing data collection frameworks, methodologies, and technologies used to gather and integrate health information on migrant populations, highlighting potential systemic and organisational barriers. Identifying challenges and best practices that have successfully facilitated data integration while maintaining high standards of data privacy and security, and providing policy recommendations.
Analysis of the impact of intersectional factors such as age, gender, disability, and legal status on access to health for migrant and refugee populations.
Development of comprehensive and comparative evaluation frameworks to measure the effectiveness of existing social inclusion and integration strategies at the EU, national, and local levels, identifying best practices at all levels, particularly the role of small and medium-sized towns and municipalities, and recommending innovative policy adjustments. Areas of focus should include labour market access, mobility options of asylum seekers within the Dublin framework, housing, youth and women participation, the contribution of private sector and non-state actors, and the broader social, political, and cultural inclusion of migrants, including refugee communities, including the role of education, as well as linguistic competence in the language of the receiving country.
Exploration of the biographical dimensions of integration, acknowledging the personal trajectories of migrants, including refugees, and the relationship between migratory movements and social identity formation.
The Joint Research Centre (JRC) may participate as a member of the consortium selected for funding as a beneficiary with zero funding or as an associated partner.
The general conditions for this call include:
Admissibility conditions related to proposal page limits and layout, as described in Annex A and Annex E of the Horizon Europe Work Programme General Annexes. The page limit for Part B of the RIA application using lump sum is 50 pages, and a detailed budget table must be submitted.
Eligibility of countries, as described in Annex B of the Work Programme General Annexes. Specific provisions may exist for non-EU/non-Associated Countries.
Other eligibility conditions, including the potential participation of the JRC.
Financial and operational capacity and exclusion criteria, as described in Annex C of the Work Programme General Annexes.
Evaluation and award criteria, scoring, and thresholds, as described in Annex D of the Work Programme General Annexes.
Submission and evaluation processes, as described in Annex F of the Work Programme General Annexes and the Online Manual.
Indicative timeline for evaluation and grant agreement, as described in Annex F of the Work Programme General Annexes.
Legal and financial setup of the grants, with eligible costs taking the form of a lump sum as defined in the Decision of 7 July 2021. The granting authority may object to a transfer of ownership or exclusive licensing of results up to 4 years after the end of the action.
Specific conditions are described in the specific topic of the Work Programme.
Application and evaluation forms and model grant agreements are available in the Submission System. Additional documents include the HE Main Work Programme 2026-2027, the HE Programme Guide, the HE Framework Programme 2021/695, the HE Specific Programme Decision 2021/764, the EU Financial Regulation 2024/2509, and various guidance documents and rules related to legal entity validation, LEAR appointment, financial capacity assessment, and grant agreements.
The budget overview for the call includes the following topics:
HORIZON-CL2-2026-01-DEMOCRACY-01: EUR 12,000,000, contributions of EUR 3,500,000 to EUR 4,000,000, indicative number of grants: 3
HORIZON-CL2-2026-01-DEMOCRACY-02: EUR 12,000,000, contributions of EUR 3,500,000 to EUR 4,000,000, indicative number of grants: 3
HORIZON-CL2-2026-01-DEMOCRACY-03: EUR 8,000,000, contributions of EUR 3,500,000 to EUR 4,000,000, indicative number of grants: 2
HORIZON-CL2-2026-01-DEMOCRACY-04: EUR 12,000,000, contributions of EUR 3,500,000 to EUR 4,000,000, indicative number of grants: 3
HORIZON-CL2-2026-01-DEMOCRACY-05: EUR 4,500,000, contributions of EUR 4,000,000 to EUR 4,500,000, indicative number of grants: 1
HORIZON-CL2-2026-01-DEMOCRACY-06: EUR 12,000,000, contributions of EUR 3,500,000 to EUR 4,000,000, indicative number of grants: 3
HORIZON-CL2-2026-01-DEMOCRACY-07: EUR 12,000,000, contributions of EUR 3,500,000 to EUR 4,000,000, indicative number of grants: 3
HORIZON-CL2-2026-01-DEMOCRACY-08: EUR 12,000,000, contributions of EUR 3,500,000 to EUR 4,000,000, indicative number of grants: 3
HORIZON-CL2-2026-01-DEMOCRACY-09: EUR 16,000,000, contributions of EUR 3,500,000 to EUR 4,000,000, indicative number of grants: 4
HORIZON-CL2-2026-01-DEMOCRACY-10: EUR 12,000,000, contributions of EUR 3,500,000 to EUR 4,000,000, indicative number of grants: 3
HORIZON-CL2-2026-01-HERITAGE-01: EUR 15,000,000, contributions of EUR 4,500,000 to EUR 5,000,000, indicative number of grants: 3
HORIZON-CL2-2026-01-HERITAGE-02: EUR 12,000,000, contributions of EUR 5,000,000 to EUR 6,000,000, indicative number of grants: 2
HORIZON-CL2-2026-01-HERITAGE-03: EUR 15,000,000, contributions of EUR 4,000,000 to EUR 5,000,000, indicative number of grants: 3
HORIZON-CL2-2026-01-HERITAGE-04: EUR 12,000,000, contributions of EUR 3,000,000 to EUR 4,000,000, indicative number of grants: 3
HORIZON-CL2-2026-01-HERITAGE-05: EUR 15,000,000, contributions of EUR 3,000,000 to EUR 3,750,000, indicative number of grants: 4
HORIZON-CL2-2026-01-HERITAGE-06: EUR 11,500,000, contributions of EUR 5,000,000 to EUR 5,750,000, indicative number of grants: 2
HORIZON-CL2-2026-01-HERITAGE-07: EUR 5,000,000, contributions of EUR 4,500,000 to EUR 5,000,000, indicative number of grants: 1
HORIZON-CL2-2026-01-TRANSFO-02: EUR 12,000,000, contributions of EUR 3,000,000 to EUR 4,000,000, indicative number of grants: 3
HORIZON-CL2-2026-01-TRANSFO-03: EUR 12,000,000, contributions of EUR 3,000,000 to EUR 4,000,000, indicative number of grants: 3
HORIZON-CL2-2026-01-TRANSFO-04: EUR 12,000,000, contributions of EUR 3,000,000 to EUR 4,000,000, indicative number of grants: 3
HORIZON-CL2-2026-01-TRANSFO-05: EUR 12,000,000, contributions of EUR 3,000,000 to EUR 4,000,000, indicative number of grants: 3
HORIZON-CL2-2026-01-TRANSFO-06: EUR 10,000,000, contributions of EUR 3,000,000 to EUR 3,300,000, indicative number of grants: 3
HORIZON-CL2-2026-01-TRANSFO-07: EUR 12,000,000, contributions of EUR 3,000,000 to EUR 4,000,000, indicative number of grants: 3
HORIZON-CL2-2026-01-TRANSFO-08: EUR 12,000,000, contributions of EUR 3,000,000 to EUR 4,000,000, indicative number of grants: 3
HORIZON-CL2-2026-01-TRANSFO-09: EUR 15,000,000, contributions of around EUR 3,750,000, indicative number of grants: 4
HORIZON-CL2-2026-01-TRANSFO-10: EUR 3,500,000, contributions of around EUR 3,500,000, indicative number of grants: 1
There are partner search announcements available for this call, and the submission system is planned to be opened on the date stated on the topic header.
This funding opportunity is designed to bolster the EU's efforts in managing migration and asylum, ensuring the health and well-being of migrants and refugees, and promoting their successful integration into European society. It seeks to fund research and innovation projects that provide evidence-based insights and policy recommendations to improve the effectiveness and fairness of migration governance and support the inclusion of migrants and refugees in all aspects of life. The call encourages collaboration among researchers, policymakers, and civil society organisations to address the complex challenges associated with migration and asylum in Europe.
The call consists of several topics, each with its own budget, contributions, and indicative number of grants. All topics follow a single-stage submission process with a planned opening date of May 12, 2026, and a deadline of September 23, 2026, at 17:00:00 Brussels time. The type of action for most topics is HORIZON-RIA (Research and Innovation Actions), with a few exceptions being HORIZON-IA (Innovation Actions) and HORIZON-CSA (Coordination and Support Actions). The Model Grant Agreement (MGA) type is HORIZON Lump Sum Grant [HORIZON-AG-LS].
The expected outcomes of the projects funded under this call are:
Improved implementation of the EU Pact on Migration and Asylum through evidence-based insights in asylum and migration management, age assessment of minors, and resettlement frameworks, ensuring fair and efficient migration governance.
Insight into legal pathways addressing both EU Member States’ needs and potential offers of circular and permanent migration schemes in selected partner countries.
Enhanced health equity for migrants, including refugees by integrating robust health data into national systems, addressing governance barriers, and tackling intersectional inequities in healthcare access, identifying data/indicators on basic needs in health and sanitation, including as compared to adequate treatment.
Comprehensive evaluation of long-term social inclusion and integration strategies, providing evidence-based policy recommendations for labour market access, housing, education, health (including mental health), recognition of qualifications and validation of skills, youth participation, and social, political, and cultural inclusion.
The scope of the proposals should include:
A comprehensive analysis of the EU Pact on Migration and Asylum's components, including the solidarity mechanism, age assessment framework for minors, crisis and force majeure migration management, EU externalisation policies on global migration patterns, and the Union Resettlement and Humanitarian Admission Framework. This analysis should account for diverse national institutional landscapes and propose tailored policy recommendations that uphold human rights and enhance practical implementation.
Mapping the existing landscape of health data integration for migrants, including refugees across national health information systems, evaluating existing data collection frameworks, methodologies, and technologies used to gather and integrate health information on migrant populations, highlighting potential systemic and organisational barriers. Identifying challenges and best practices that have successfully facilitated data integration while maintaining high standards of data privacy and security, and providing policy recommendations.
Analysis of the impact of intersectional factors such as age, gender, disability, and legal status on access to health for migrant and refugee populations.
Development of comprehensive and comparative evaluation frameworks to measure the effectiveness of existing social inclusion and integration strategies at the EU, national, and local levels, identifying best practices at all levels, particularly the role of small and medium-sized towns and municipalities, and recommending innovative policy adjustments. Areas of focus should include labour market access, mobility options of asylum seekers within the Dublin framework, housing, youth and women participation, the contribution of private sector and non-state actors, and the broader social, political, and cultural inclusion of migrants, including refugee communities, including the role of education, as well as linguistic competence in the language of the receiving country.
Exploration of the biographical dimensions of integration, acknowledging the personal trajectories of migrants, including refugees, and the relationship between migratory movements and social identity formation.
The Joint Research Centre (JRC) may participate as a member of the consortium selected for funding as a beneficiary with zero funding or as an associated partner.
The general conditions for this call include:
Admissibility conditions related to proposal page limits and layout, as described in Annex A and Annex E of the Horizon Europe Work Programme General Annexes. The page limit for Part B of the RIA application using lump sum is 50 pages, and a detailed budget table must be submitted.
Eligibility of countries, as described in Annex B of the Work Programme General Annexes. Specific provisions may exist for non-EU/non-Associated Countries.
Other eligibility conditions, including the potential participation of the JRC.
Financial and operational capacity and exclusion criteria, as described in Annex C of the Work Programme General Annexes.
Evaluation and award criteria, scoring, and thresholds, as described in Annex D of the Work Programme General Annexes.
Submission and evaluation processes, as described in Annex F of the Work Programme General Annexes and the Online Manual.
Indicative timeline for evaluation and grant agreement, as described in Annex F of the Work Programme General Annexes.
Legal and financial setup of the grants, with eligible costs taking the form of a lump sum as defined in the Decision of 7 July 2021. The granting authority may object to a transfer of ownership or exclusive licensing of results up to 4 years after the end of the action.
Specific conditions are described in the specific topic of the Work Programme.
Application and evaluation forms and model grant agreements are available in the Submission System. Additional documents include the HE Main Work Programme 2026-2027, the HE Programme Guide, the HE Framework Programme 2021/695, the HE Specific Programme Decision 2021/764, the EU Financial Regulation 2024/2509, and various guidance documents and rules related to legal entity validation, LEAR appointment, financial capacity assessment, and grant agreements.
The budget overview for the call includes the following topics:
HORIZON-CL2-2026-01-DEMOCRACY-01: EUR 12,000,000, contributions of EUR 3,500,000 to EUR 4,000,000, indicative number of grants: 3
HORIZON-CL2-2026-01-DEMOCRACY-02: EUR 12,000,000, contributions of EUR 3,500,000 to EUR 4,000,000, indicative number of grants: 3
HORIZON-CL2-2026-01-DEMOCRACY-03: EUR 8,000,000, contributions of EUR 3,500,000 to EUR 4,000,000, indicative number of grants: 2
HORIZON-CL2-2026-01-DEMOCRACY-04: EUR 12,000,000, contributions of EUR 3,500,000 to EUR 4,000,000, indicative number of grants: 3
HORIZON-CL2-2026-01-DEMOCRACY-05: EUR 4,500,000, contributions of EUR 4,000,000 to EUR 4,500,000, indicative number of grants: 1
HORIZON-CL2-2026-01-DEMOCRACY-06: EUR 12,000,000, contributions of EUR 3,500,000 to EUR 4,000,000, indicative number of grants: 3
HORIZON-CL2-2026-01-DEMOCRACY-07: EUR 12,000,000, contributions of EUR 3,500,000 to EUR 4,000,000, indicative number of grants: 3
HORIZON-CL2-2026-01-DEMOCRACY-08: EUR 12,000,000, contributions of EUR 3,500,000 to EUR 4,000,000, indicative number of grants: 3
HORIZON-CL2-2026-01-DEMOCRACY-09: EUR 16,000,000, contributions of EUR 3,500,000 to EUR 4,000,000, indicative number of grants: 4
HORIZON-CL2-2026-01-DEMOCRACY-10: EUR 12,000,000, contributions of EUR 3,500,000 to EUR 4,000,000, indicative number of grants: 3
HORIZON-CL2-2026-01-HERITAGE-01: EUR 15,000,000, contributions of EUR 4,500,000 to EUR 5,000,000, indicative number of grants: 3
HORIZON-CL2-2026-01-HERITAGE-02: EUR 12,000,000, contributions of EUR 5,000,000 to EUR 6,000,000, indicative number of grants: 2
HORIZON-CL2-2026-01-HERITAGE-03: EUR 15,000,000, contributions of EUR 4,000,000 to EUR 5,000,000, indicative number of grants: 3
HORIZON-CL2-2026-01-HERITAGE-04: EUR 12,000,000, contributions of EUR 3,000,000 to EUR 4,000,000, indicative number of grants: 3
HORIZON-CL2-2026-01-HERITAGE-05: EUR 15,000,000, contributions of EUR 3,000,000 to EUR 3,750,000, indicative number of grants: 4
HORIZON-CL2-2026-01-HERITAGE-06: EUR 11,500,000, contributions of EUR 5,000,000 to EUR 5,750,000, indicative number of grants: 2
HORIZON-CL2-2026-01-HERITAGE-07: EUR 5,000,000, contributions of EUR 4,500,000 to EUR 5,000,000, indicative number of grants: 1
HORIZON-CL2-2026-01-TRANSFO-02: EUR 12,000,000, contributions of EUR 3,000,000 to EUR 4,000,000, indicative number of grants: 3
HORIZON-CL2-2026-01-TRANSFO-03: EUR 12,000,000, contributions of EUR 3,000,000 to EUR 4,000,000, indicative number of grants: 3
HORIZON-CL2-2026-01-TRANSFO-04: EUR 12,000,000, contributions of EUR 3,000,000 to EUR 4,000,000, indicative number of grants: 3
HORIZON-CL2-2026-01-TRANSFO-05: EUR 12,000,000, contributions of EUR 3,000,000 to EUR 4,000,000, indicative number of grants: 3
HORIZON-CL2-2026-01-TRANSFO-06: EUR 10,000,000, contributions of EUR 3,000,000 to EUR 3,300,000, indicative number of grants: 3
HORIZON-CL2-2026-01-TRANSFO-07: EUR 12,000,000, contributions of EUR 3,000,000 to EUR 4,000,000, indicative number of grants: 3
HORIZON-CL2-2026-01-TRANSFO-08: EUR 12,000,000, contributions of EUR 3,000,000 to EUR 4,000,000, indicative number of grants: 3
HORIZON-CL2-2026-01-TRANSFO-09: EUR 15,000,000, contributions of around EUR 3,750,000, indicative number of grants: 4
HORIZON-CL2-2026-01-TRANSFO-10: EUR 3,500,000, contributions of around EUR 3,500,000, indicative number of grants: 1
There are partner search announcements available for this call, and the submission system is planned to be opened on the date stated on the topic header.
This funding opportunity is designed to bolster the EU's efforts in managing migration and asylum, ensuring the health and well-being of migrants and refugees, and promoting their successful integration into European society. It seeks to fund research and innovation projects that provide evidence-based insights and policy recommendations to improve the effectiveness and fairness of migration governance and support the inclusion of migrants and refugees in all aspects of life. The call encourages collaboration among researchers, policymakers, and civil society organisations to address the complex challenges associated with migration and asylum in Europe.
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Eligible Applicant Types: The eligible applicant types are not explicitly stated but can be inferred to include a variety of entities capable of conducting research and innovation activities. Based on the types of actions (RIA, IA, CSA) and the general nature of Horizon Europe, eligible applicants could include universities, research institutes, SMEs, large enterprises, nonprofit organizations, and potentially governmental organizations. The Joint Research Centre (JRC) can participate as a member of the consortium.
Funding Type: The primary funding mechanism is a grant, specifically a HORIZON Lump Sum Grant. The call includes HORIZON Research and Innovation Actions (RIA), HORIZON Innovation Actions (IA) and HORIZON Coordination and Support Actions (CSA).
Consortium Requirement: The opportunity appears to require a consortium, as the Joint Research Centre (JRC) may participate as a member of the consortium. Partner search announcements are available, suggesting that applicants are expected to form consortia.
Beneficiary Scope (Geographic Eligibility): The geographic eligibility is not explicitly stated in the provided text, but it can be inferred that the opportunity is primarily targeted towards entities within the EU and associated countries, with potential provisions for non-EU/non-associated countries.
Target Sector: The program targets the following sectors: Culture, Creativity and Inclusive Society, Migration, Asylum, Health, Social Inclusion, Integration, Governance, and Policy Research.
Mentioned Countries: No specific countries are mentioned, but the focus is on EU Member States and associated countries.
Project Stage: The project stages targeted include research, innovation, and coordination/support. This encompasses a range from development to implementation and policy recommendations.
Funding Amount: The funding amounts vary depending on the specific topic and type of action:
HORIZON-RIA: €3,000,000 to €5,750,000
HORIZON-IA: €4,000,000 to €6,000,000
HORIZON-CSA: around €3,500,000 to €5,000,000
Application Type: The application type is an open call with a single-stage submission process.
Nature of Support: Beneficiaries will receive money in the form of a lump sum grant.
Application Stages: The application process involves a single stage.
Success Rates: The success rates are not mentioned in the provided text.
Co-funding Requirement: The need for co-funding is not explicitly mentioned, but it is common in Horizon Europe projects, so it is possible that co-funding may be required.
Summary:
This Horizon Europe call, under the Culture, Creativity and Inclusive Society pillar, focuses on "Strengthened implementation of the EU Pact on Migration and Asylum and a focus on inclusion, integration, and health." It aims to fund projects that contribute to improved migration governance, enhanced health equity for migrants and refugees, and comprehensive evaluation of social inclusion and integration strategies. The call encompasses Research and Innovation Actions (RIA), Innovation Actions (IA), and Coordination and Support Actions (CSA), with funding ranging from approximately €3,000,000 to €6,000,000 depending on the action type. The call encourages the formation of consortia, potentially including the Joint Research Centre (JRC), and is primarily targeted towards entities within the EU and associated countries. The application process is a single-stage open call with a deadline of September 23, 2026. The funding is provided as a lump sum grant. Projects should address key issues such as the implementation of the EU Pact on Migration and Asylum, health data integration for migrants, and the long-term impact of social inclusion strategies.
Funding Type: The primary funding mechanism is a grant, specifically a HORIZON Lump Sum Grant. The call includes HORIZON Research and Innovation Actions (RIA), HORIZON Innovation Actions (IA) and HORIZON Coordination and Support Actions (CSA).
Consortium Requirement: The opportunity appears to require a consortium, as the Joint Research Centre (JRC) may participate as a member of the consortium. Partner search announcements are available, suggesting that applicants are expected to form consortia.
Beneficiary Scope (Geographic Eligibility): The geographic eligibility is not explicitly stated in the provided text, but it can be inferred that the opportunity is primarily targeted towards entities within the EU and associated countries, with potential provisions for non-EU/non-associated countries.
Target Sector: The program targets the following sectors: Culture, Creativity and Inclusive Society, Migration, Asylum, Health, Social Inclusion, Integration, Governance, and Policy Research.
Mentioned Countries: No specific countries are mentioned, but the focus is on EU Member States and associated countries.
Project Stage: The project stages targeted include research, innovation, and coordination/support. This encompasses a range from development to implementation and policy recommendations.
Funding Amount: The funding amounts vary depending on the specific topic and type of action:
HORIZON-RIA: €3,000,000 to €5,750,000
HORIZON-IA: €4,000,000 to €6,000,000
HORIZON-CSA: around €3,500,000 to €5,000,000
Application Type: The application type is an open call with a single-stage submission process.
Nature of Support: Beneficiaries will receive money in the form of a lump sum grant.
Application Stages: The application process involves a single stage.
Success Rates: The success rates are not mentioned in the provided text.
Co-funding Requirement: The need for co-funding is not explicitly mentioned, but it is common in Horizon Europe projects, so it is possible that co-funding may be required.
Summary:
This Horizon Europe call, under the Culture, Creativity and Inclusive Society pillar, focuses on "Strengthened implementation of the EU Pact on Migration and Asylum and a focus on inclusion, integration, and health." It aims to fund projects that contribute to improved migration governance, enhanced health equity for migrants and refugees, and comprehensive evaluation of social inclusion and integration strategies. The call encompasses Research and Innovation Actions (RIA), Innovation Actions (IA), and Coordination and Support Actions (CSA), with funding ranging from approximately €3,000,000 to €6,000,000 depending on the action type. The call encourages the formation of consortia, potentially including the Joint Research Centre (JRC), and is primarily targeted towards entities within the EU and associated countries. The application process is a single-stage open call with a deadline of September 23, 2026. The funding is provided as a lump sum grant. Projects should address key issues such as the implementation of the EU Pact on Migration and Asylum, health data integration for migrants, and the long-term impact of social inclusion strategies.
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Impact This funding aims to improve the implementation of the EU Pact on Migration and Asylum, promoting the inclusion, integration, and health of migrants and refugees through evidence-based insights and policy recommendations. | Impact | This funding aims to improve the implementation of the EU Pact on Migration and Asylum, promoting the inclusion, integration, and health of migrants and refugees through evidence-based insights and policy recommendations. |
Applicant Applicants should possess expertise in migration governance, health systems, social policy, and quantitative research methodologies, with a strong emphasis on interdisciplinary collaboration. | Applicant | Applicants should possess expertise in migration governance, health systems, social policy, and quantitative research methodologies, with a strong emphasis on interdisciplinary collaboration. |
Developments The funding will support research and innovation projects focused on migration governance, health equity for migrants, and comprehensive evaluation of social inclusion and integration strategies. | Developments | The funding will support research and innovation projects focused on migration governance, health equity for migrants, and comprehensive evaluation of social inclusion and integration strategies. |
Applicant Type This funding is designed for a broad range of institutional applicants, including universities, research institutes, SMEs, large enterprises, non-profit organizations, and public bodies, typically requiring consortium participation. | Applicant Type | This funding is designed for a broad range of institutional applicants, including universities, research institutes, SMEs, large enterprises, non-profit organizations, and public bodies, typically requiring consortium participation. |
Consortium A multi-partner consortium is strongly expected and functionally required for this opportunity, encouraging collaboration among diverse organizations. | Consortium | A multi-partner consortium is strongly expected and functionally required for this opportunity, encouraging collaboration among diverse organizations. |
Funding Amount The total funding allocation for this action is €12,000,000, with individual grants ranging from €3,000,000 to €4,000,000 per project. | Funding Amount | The total funding allocation for this action is €12,000,000, with individual grants ranging from €3,000,000 to €4,000,000 per project. |
Countries The funding primarily targets EU Member States, with provisions for participation from non-EU and non-Associated countries under specific agreements. | Countries | The funding primarily targets EU Member States, with provisions for participation from non-EU and non-Associated countries under specific agreements. |
Industry This funding falls under Horizon Europe's Cluster 2, focusing on Culture, Creativity, and Inclusive Society, specifically addressing migration, asylum, health, and social inclusion. | Industry | This funding falls under Horizon Europe's Cluster 2, focusing on Culture, Creativity, and Inclusive Society, specifically addressing migration, asylum, health, and social inclusion. |
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