Organisation Name:
The European Commission
Application Deadline:
5 November 2026
About Organisation
The European Commission administers the Citizens, Equality, Rights and Values (CERV) programme to support equality, fundamental rights and democratic participation across the European Union. The programme funds initiatives that protect vulnerable groups, promote gender equality and strengthen civil society. Its DAPHNE strand focuses on preventing and combating violence against women, children and other groups at risk, while supporting victims and survivors.
About the Grant
The 2026 DAPHNE calls support projects addressing gender-based violence, violence against children and protection for victims and survivors. The available topics include prevention, victim protection, implementation of European standards on violence against women, intermediary organisations providing financial support to civil society, and integrated child-protection systems. Applications opened on 7 July 2026, with a closing date of 5 November 2026. Funding conditions and award amounts depend on the specific topic and call documentation.
Who can Apply?
The call is primarily designed for eligible organisations and institutions within the European Union and other participating countries specified in the programme rules. Eligible applicant types vary by topic and may include public bodies, nonprofit organisations, civil society organisations and relevant intermediary organisations. Applicants must review the specific call’s country eligibility, consortium requirements and funding conditions. Indian organisations should not assume they are directly eligible without confirming the programme rules.
How to Apply?
Access the relevant DAPHNE topic on the EU Funding & Tenders Portal. Review the call documents, eligibility requirements, expected outcomes and funding conditions. Prepare the proposal and required organisational documentation, including any partnership information requested by the topic, and submit electronically through the portal before the deadline.
Application Deadline
The application deadline is 5 November 2026.
Last Date To Apply
For more information, please visit the grant website here.
