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Horizon Europe Cluster 3 — Civil Security & Disaster Resilience

Horizon Civil Security: Risk Awareness & Preparedness

Funds two €3M projects that build risk-communication tools and cross-government preparedness plans, from citizen outreach to emergency coordination systems.

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Most people don't act on a flood, wildfire, or storm warning until it's too late — and that's rarely because the data is missing. It's because risk information doesn't reach people in a form they trust or understand, and the gap is widest in communities the usual channels miss. This topic funds work that closes that gap, for cities, regions, and countries across the EU.

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Designing, testing, and validating tools, methodologies, and governance frameworks that raise risk awareness and strengthen disaster preparedness for a whole-of-society, whole-of-government audience. In scope: citizen-facing risk-communication tools (digital platforms, immersive technologies, participatory engagement), inclusive preparedness plans that connect every level of government with civil society and business, and adaptive response frameworks — optionally backed by AI-driven decision support, digital twins (including Destination Earth), and predictive analytics.

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.5 Nov 2026
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.€6M

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Last verified: 25 Aug 2026Funder reference: HORIZON-CL3-2026-01-DRS-01Source: ec.europa.eu