Call for Proposals: Support to Public Authorities to Combat Racism

Call for Proposals: Support to Public Authorities to Combat Racism

Deadline: 23-Oct-2025
Organizer: European Commission (EC)

Purpose:

• Support public authorities in EU Member States and associated countries to combat racism, xenophobia, LGBTIQ-phobia, and other forms of intolerance

• Promote equality and fight discrimination based on sex, race, religion, disability, age, sexual orientation, and intersectional factors

• Foster trust between communities and public authorities and strengthen collaboration with civil society

Scope of Projects:

• Address antigypsyism, antisemitism, anti-Muslim hatred, and LGBTIQ discrimination online and offline

• Focus on education, healthcare, housing, and workplace inclusion for vulnerable groups, including transgender and intersex individuals

• Develop national action plans, collect equality data, and enforce anti-discrimination laws

Eligible Applicants:

• Legal entities based in EU Member States or associated countries

• Public authorities leading projects will have priority access to EUR 13.2 million of the EUR 20 million total call budget

Expected Outcomes:

• Improved awareness and enforcement of non-discrimination laws

• Stronger protection for marginalized communities

• Enhanced cooperation between authorities and civil society

• Inclusive workplaces and sustainable diversity policies

Key Requirements:

• Integrate gender equality and intersectionality

• Avoid victimization and stereotyping

• Include English translations of outputs for EU-wide knowledge sharing

📌 For more details and application guidelines, visit the European