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Horizon Europe Cluster 3 — Civil Security & Disaster Resilience

Societal resilience, youth engagement and digital innovation for disaster resilience

Funds youth-led digital innovation that strengthens preparedness for disasters and health emergencies.

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Projects should test practical approaches such as youth-led initiatives, citizen science, digital engagement platforms, serious games, virtual or augmented reality and innovative communication. They should connect young people’s data and contributions with crisis-management teams and authorities, use an intersectional approach, and develop pilots or real-world case studies. Proposals must include

This Research and Innovation Action strengthens societal resilience by involving young people, citizens, civil society and local authorities in disaster preparedness, response and recovery. Projects should create tailored education, gamification, participatory approaches and digital tools that improve awareness, risk perception, leadership and response capabilities, especially for children, young people and vulnerable groups.

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.4 Nov 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.€6M

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Last verified: 25 Aug 2026Funder reference: HORIZON-CL3-2027-01-DRS-02Source: ec.europa.eu