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Horizon Europe Cluster 2 — Culture, Creativity and Inclusive Society

Societal Impact of Cultural Heritage

Funds research that shows how cultural heritage can strengthen inclusion, cohesion, democratic values, resilience and wellbeing.

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Cultural heritage is a dynamic resource that can preserve social fabric, support intercultural dialogue and strengthen community resilience, but it can also reproduce exclusion or become a vehicle for polarisation and disinformation. This Research and Innovation Action asks projects to demonstrate how heritage initiatives improve societal wellbeing, empowerment, equality and sustainable developmen

Study the societal impact of cultural heritage through one clearly selected area: cultural participation and access, gender roles and identities, or cultural heritage, cohesion and security. Examine how heritage shapes civic engagement, social innovation, collective memory, democratic values, belonging, inclusion and resilience. Use empirical, participatory and multidisciplinary research to produce good practices, pilot projects, policy guidance, toolkits and educational materials.

CycleiHow often this grant runs — e.g. annually, on a rolling basis, or a one-off call.Annual
Next deadlineiThe next date applications are due. Rolling means you can apply any time.23 Sept 2027
Decision timeiTypical time from the deadline to the funder's decision.22 weeks
Project durationiHow long the funded work is expected to run.
Award typeiThe form of funding — grant, equity, loan, tax credit, etc.Grant
Match fundingiThe share of project costs you must cover yourself. 0% = fully funded.0%
Funding pooliThe total budget available across all awards in this round.€15M

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Last verified: 25 Aug 2026Funder reference: HORIZON-CL2-2027-01-HERITAGE-07Source: ec.europa.eu