The European Commission has authorised the prolongation of the Greek guarantee scheme for credit institutions until 30 November 2019 under EU State aid rules. The liquidity situation of the Greek banks is gradually improving, but challenges still remain. In this context, the Commission has found that the prolongation of the guarantee scheme is in line […]
Zis Foundation Travel Grants
Zis Foundation is inviting young people of all nationalities between 16 and 20 to get the chance to receive a grant of 600 Euros for a self-organised study trip to a foreign country. Who can apply – young people between 16 and 20 years old; – from all nationalities; – not yet attending university. Conditions of the journey […]
European Defence Industrial Development Programme.: EDIDP-AG: Cyber situational awareness and defence capabilities, military networks and technologies for secure communication and information sharing
This call for proposals addresses the priority area “Cyber situational awareness and defence capabilities, military networks and technologies for secure communication and information sharing” of the EDIDP-AG subprogramme of the European Defence Industrial Development Programme. Software Defined Networking (SDN) is an evolving network architecture that focuses on the separation of control and data planes. SDN addresses […]
Joint Statement on the occasion of the World Day against Child Labour
Today, an estimated 152 million children are victims of child labour worldwide. These 152 million children are being denied their right to have access to education and to a safe living environment. On the occasion of the World Day against Child Labour on 12 June, the European Union, alongside its international partners, reiterates its strong […]
Conference: 30 years of Jean Monnet Activities
On 18 June, the European Commission celebrates the 30th anniversary of the Jean Monnet Activities – which promote and finance educational programmes on European integration – with a one-day conference under the title “30 years of Jean Monnet Activities: Why study the European Union today?” in Brussels. Tibor Navracsics,Commissioner for Education, Culture, Youth and Sport, will […]
Call for proposals EAC/S19/2019: Monitoring and coaching, through sports, of youngsters at risk of radicalization
This call for proposals is aimed at implementing the 2019 annual work program in accordance with Commission Decision C (2019) 1819 of March 12, 2019. Reference EAC/S19/2019 Background Sport can play a role in dealing with the challenge of making people better integrated in society and may therefore contribute to enhance values such as tolerance, […]
European Defence Industrial Development Programme: EDIDP-AG: Combat jet training platforms
This call for proposals addresses the priority area “Combat jet training platforms” of the EDIDP-AG subprogramme of the European Defence Industrial Development Programme. This topic intends to develop the next generation of Combat Jet Training Platforms (CJTP). Air forces are currently using several training platforms. EU based jet pilot training is a key condition to ensure […]
Humanitarian Aid: over €152 million for Africa’s Sahel region
As countries in the Sahel continue to suffer from armed conflicts, climate change, and a food and nutrition crisis, the EU is providing €152.05 million to bring relief to people in need in the region. Combined with last year’s funding, humanitarian assistance to the Sahel has been supported with over €423 million in EU aid, […]
Erasmus+ Master Degree Loans
One of the biggest obstacles to students financing their continued education is money, especially if you want to study abroad. Postgraduate degrees – and experience of living and working in another country – are increasingly essential for building and maintaining a competitive CV. Financing your future is a common problem A Master’s abroad can provide […]