Introduction to Civil Security for Society

What is Funded?

The Security Programme funds projects that work to protect the security for EU’s citizens. The application must give an answer to the research and innovations issues stated in the call. The Programme is divided into six destinations:

1. Better protect the EU and its Citizens against Crime and Terrorism
2. Effective management of EU external borders
3. Resilient Infrastructure
4. Increased Cybersecurity
5. Disaster Resilient Society for Europe
6. SSRI (Strengthened Security Research and Innovation).

Calls and Deadlines

Calls and deadlines for Civil Security for Society are posted at:

• The European Commission’s Funding and Tender Portal.

Who can Apply?

Universities, research and technology organisations, other research institutions, small- and medium-sized enterprises and large companies, organisations as well as university colleges.

Requirements for Applicants

An application is often written with a consortium with participants from more EU countries, since most calls require participation from more countries. Often a consortium must have participants from at least three EU countries or associated countries to the EU. Some calls can have more specific demands.

More Information about the Programme

You can read more about the Programme on:

• The European Commission’s website