The Communicating Europe Initiative (CEI) funds projects aimed at increasing public awareness of the EU’s role in our lives. It also seeks to improve access to information on European matters at local, regional, or national levels. This initiative provides funding to voluntary organisations, educational bodies and civil society groups for projects intended to deepen public awareness of the role that the European Union plays in our daily lives. The Communicating Europe Initiative seeks to improve the quality and accessibility of public information on European issues, at local, regional or national level.
The Department of Foreign Affairs is now accepting applications from voluntary organisations, educational bodies, and civil society groups. Projects should focus on EU issues, the EU’s role, and Ireland’s place in Europe.
The theme for the 2026 programme is Ireland’s Presidency of the Council of the European Union. Proposals should highlight how specific EU policies have affected Ireland and how Irish policies have influenced the EU. Projects can also promote citizens’ awareness of and participation in EU policymaking. Ideas involving youth, schools, third-level institutions, and inter-generational engagement are welcome.
The CEI has an allocation of €465,000 for 2026. While the number and size of grants depend on the proposals received, the maximum grant will likely be €10,000. The application deadline is 24 March 2026.
For more information on how to apply click link https://www.ireland.ie/en/eu/communicating-europe-initiative/