Advisory support and network for countering and preventing radicalisation, extremism, hate speech and polarisation

Overview

Funding for projects that enhance understanding and implementation of solutions to combat radicalisation, extremism, hate speech, and polarisation. Targets political, societal, educational stakeholders, researchers, public authorities, NGOs, and community actors to improve evidence-based decision-making and societal resilience.

Who Can Apply

Eligible applicants include legal entities such as universities, research institutions, public authorities, NGOs, civil society organisations, and consortia. Legal entities from non-associated third countries may exceptionally participate and receive funding.

Funding Details

Maximum grant amount: 5,000,000 EUR. Funding is provided as a lump sum.

What Is Funded

Projects must address:

• Theoretical models and practical pathways to combat extremism, radicalisation, hate speech, and polarisation.
• Engagement of public authorities, law enforcement, local authorities, NGOs, and community actors in implementing solutions.
• Evidence-based assessments for policymakers, judicial bodies, and EU institutions to inform legislative changes and innovation.
• Root causes of hate and polarisation, including socio-economic factors and the role of media.
• Online hate ecosystems and strategies to protect victims of hate crimes and speech.
• Gender-sensitive and intersectional approaches to radicalisation and extremism.
• Collaboration with existing EU-funded projects and initiatives, such as the EU Knowledge Hub on Prevention of Radicalisation.

Technology / Maturity Requirements

Projects must be at Technology Readiness Levels (TRL) 4, 5, or 6.

Key Dates

• Open date: 2027-05-12
• Deadline: 2027-09-22

Application Process (High-Level)

Single-stage application process via the Funding & Tenders Portal. Proposals must adhere to page limits and layout specified in the Application Form.

Geographic Scope & Language

Eligible countries: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Norway, Iceland, United Kingdom, Switzerland. Application language: English.

Notes

• Proposals must integrate stakeholder involvement, particularly from civil society organisations and non-academic actors.
• Projects should align with the European Centre for Democratic Resilience and leverage its stakeholder platform.
• Exceptional eligibility for non-associated third countries applies only for this Coordination and Support Action.