Societal resilience, engagement of the younger generations and digital innovation for disaster resilience

Overview

Funding for projects that enhance societal resilience by engaging younger generations (ages 13–30) in disaster preparedness, response, and recovery through digital innovation, education, and community involvement. Targets initiatives integrating gamification, AI, virtual reality, and participatory approaches to improve disaster awareness and leadership skills among youth and vulnerable groups.

Who Can Apply

Consortia comprising at least:

• 2 civil society organisations (CSOs)
• 2 NGOs representing young people or youth organisations

from at least 3 different EU Member States or Associated Countries. Eligible applicants include research institutions, public authorities, private entities, and non-profits.

Funding Details

• Maximum grant amount: €7,833,000
• Funding rate: Not specified (lump-sum contributions)
• Co-funding: Not explicitly required but may apply under Horizon Europe rules

What Is Funded

• Development of tailored education programs for younger generations using digital tools and gamification
• Innovative solutions integrating AI, virtual/augmented reality, social media analytics, and serious games for disaster preparedness
• Youth-led initiatives, citizen science, and digital engagement platforms to enhance community-based resilience
• Training and education tools for young people and vulnerable populations in crisis management
• Pilots, real-world case studies, and stakeholder/market analyses for uptake by authorities and industry
• Intersectional approaches addressing the heterogeneity of young people

Technology / Maturity Requirements

• Technology Readiness Level (TRL): 4–6 (validation in lab to demonstration in relevant environment)

Key Dates

• Open date: 2027-05-04
• Deadline: 2027-11-03T23:00:00Z

Application Process (High-Level)

• Single-stage submission via the Funding & Tenders Portal
• Standard application form (HE RIA/IA) required, with additional tables for security practitioners

Post-Award Obligations

• Synergies with existing EU initiatives (e.g., Preparedness Union Strategy, Erasmus+, Sendai Framework)
• Reporting and dissemination of results, including potential restrictions on ownership transfers or exclusive licensing for up to 4 years post-project

Geographic Scope & Language

• Eligible countries: EU Member States, Associated Countries (Norway, Iceland, UK, Switzerland), and select non-EU/non-associated countries with specific provisions
• Application language: English

Notes

• Mandatory use of Copernicus and/or Galileo/EGNOS for projects involving satellite-based data
• Proposals must align with EU policies on disaster risk reduction, digital transformation, and civil protection
• Excludes activities not compliant with European communication network protection restrictions