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Strengthen integrated child protection systems (CPS) incl. via cross-sectoral collaboration, and ensure child-centred, coordinated responses to violence against children, to contribute to the implementation of Commission Recommendation on integrated CPS

CERV-2026-DAPHNE-CHILDREN

This call funds collaborative, cross-sectoral projects to build integrated, child-centred protection systems that effectively address violence against children.

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  • Official deadline: 5 Nov 2026

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Call Summary

This call aims to foster systemic changes in child protection by promoting integrated, multidisciplinary, and child-centred responses to violence against children. It supports projects that enhance cooperation between public authorities, civil society, and professionals across sectors like education, health, and social services to implement the Commission Recommendation on integrated child protection systems.

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Eligibility & Requirements

Eligible Organizations

  • Civil society organisations
  • Non-governmental organisations
  • Public authorities
  • Local and regional government bodies
  • Social partners
  • Research institutions
  • Think-tanks

Eligible Activities

  • Training and capacity-building for professionals
  • Development of cross-sectoral cooperation mechanisms
  • Creation of reporting and support services
  • Design of indicators and self-evaluation tools for system performance
  • Development of national or regional action plans
  • Awareness-raising and educational campaigns
  • Implementation of child-centred working methods

Key Conditions

  • Mandatory participation of at least one public authority
  • Consortium must include at least two organisations
  • Projects involving children must have a formal child protection policy
  • Private organisations must submit a child protection policy document
  • Public bodies must submit a child protection policy declaration
  • Each proposal must address only one priority
Expected Impact & Priorities

Main Priorities

  • Strengthening integrated child protection systems through multidisciplinary collaboration
  • Ensuring child-centred and rights-based responses to violence
  • Improving coordination between education, health, social, and judicial sectors
  • Developing accountability and data collection mechanisms
  • Meaningful child participation in project design and monitoring
Budget & Funding Notes

Budget Information

  • Grants range from €200,000 to €600,000 per project
  • EU funding covers up to 90% of the total eligible project costs
Risks & Attention Points
  • Research-only projects are not eligible for funding
  • Organisations may coordinate only one application under the entire CERV-2026-DAPHNE call
  • Projects must demonstrate systemic impact rather than isolated activities
  • Strict adherence to child safeguarding standards is required for all activities involving minors

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Call Information

Programme

CERV

Call ID

CERV-2026-DAPHNE-CHILDREN

Programme Period

2021 - 2027

Deadline

Nov 5, 2026

Typical Budget

€200k–€600k per project

Duration

12–24 months

Consortium Size

At least 2 organizations

Source

EU Funding & Tenders Portal

Timeline

Submission Deadline

Nov 5, 2026

Evaluation Period

Est. ends Feb 3, 2027

AI estimate · ~2–4 months

Estimated Project Start

May 4, 2027

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Official Source

EU Funding & Tenders Portal

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