CERV programme aims to protect and promote rights and values as enshrined in the EU Treaties and the Charter of Fundamental Rights in particular by supporting civil society organisations active at local, regional, national and transnational level.
The programme has four pillars:
- Equality, Rights and Gender Equality – promoting rights, non-discrimination, equality (including gender equality), and advancing gender and non-discrimination mainstreaming
- Citizens’ engagement and participation – promoting citizens engagement and participation in the democratic life of the Union, exchanges between citizens of different Member States, and raising awareness of the common European history
- Daphne – fight violence, including gender-based violence and violence against children
- Union values – protect and promote Union values
Upcoming project calls will be spread out over 2026 and 2027. These project calls are open at the moment:
1.) Call for proposals to promote gender equality (CERV-2026-GE): link to project call
- Supporting work-life balance, equal share of care responsibilities, family-friendly policies among employers and the value of care sector jobs
- Promoting and supporting the implementation of the provisions of the Pay Transparency Directive and respect of equal pay for equal work and work of equal value
- Supporting equal participation and representation of women and men in economic and political decision-making
- Tackling gender stereotypes in media and advertising
Deadline for all topics: 28. April 2026
2.) Call for Proposals for Networks of Towns (CERV-2026-CITIZENS-TOWN-NT): link to project call
Deadline: 16. April 2026
How Planet to the 3rd Power Can Support Your Success
At Planet to the 3rd Power, we combine deep expertise in EU project management, communications, and stakeholder engagement to maximize your chances of success.
We are open to collaborate as Project partners, or we can assist with our project management services:
Proposal Development & Project Design
- Analyze call requirements and tailor project concepts accordingly
- Support multi-country consortium building and partner outreach
- Draft clear, coherent proposals with solid logical frameworks and budgets
Communication & Outreach Strategies
- Develop citizen engagement plans and interactive event formats
- Design multilingual communication materials, social media campaigns, and toolkits
- Manage dissemination and outreach to key stakeholders, policymakers, and the public
Project & Grant Management
- Ensure compliance with EU reporting and administrative rules
- Monitor progress and impact through KPIs and data collection systems
- Facilitate knowledge exchange and policy uptake beyond the project lifespan
Take Action Today
With application deadlines fast approaching, early preparation is critical. Whether you lead a municipality aiming to strengthen community ties or a civil society organization defending rights and democracy, Planet to the 3rd Power is your dedicated partner for:
- Collaborating as a project partner
- Providing external communications and engagement services
- Leading proposal coordination and writing
Get in touch with us here: projects@planet3pm.si