IXA-GO, VU Grants Office organises in collaboration with Rijksdienst voor Ondernemend Nederland (RVO) a series of meetings focused on the collaborative grants of Horizon Europe. Topics: culture, creativity, and inclusive society & New European Bauhaus (NEB)
This session will be of interest to researchers who are already working on an application, or are considering to apply, either as coordinator or as partner, with a European consortium. Focus of this session: consortium grants and thematic EU funding programmes and RVO will provide insights in particular into the calls in pillar 2 of Horizon Europe.
We are looking forward to seeing you!
Clusters and topics
Culture, creativity, and inclusive society & New European Bauhaus (NEB). More detailed information below.
Programme
- RVO Speakers: Rong Zwemmer (cluster 2); Pieter Houttuin (NEB).
- VU guest speaker: Victor de Boer
- 10:00-12:00: RVO presentations on cluster 2 and NEB
These meetings will be presented by the representatives (National Contact Points) of the HE Clusters and Programmes. As such this is a good opportunity to connect with them for your grant application.
We would like to remind you that if you plan to submit a Horizon Europe proposal as a coordinator, please contact IXA-GO, VU Grants Office for additional support from grant advisors, impact managers and business developers: subsidiedesk@vu.nl
Horizon Europe – Cluster 2: Culture, Creativity & Inclusive Society
Cluster 2 aims to strengthen European democratic values, fundamental rights, and social inclusion. It supports research on democracy, governance, cultural heritage, and socio‑economic transformations. The cluster funds humanities, social sciences, arts and cultural innovation with strong societal relevance. It promotes resilience against disinformation, inequality and social fragmentation. Overall, it seeks to foster inclusive growth and preserve Europe’s cultural and creative richness.
New European Bauhaus (NEB)
The New European Bauhaus is a cultural and innovation initiative linking sustainability, inclusion, and aesthetics to transform living spaces. It promotes community‑driven design, circularity, and climate‑friendly built environments. NEB supports local projects, offers tools and funding, and encourages collaboration across art, science, technology, and citizens. It strengthens neighbourhood resilience, affordable housing, and creative solutions for the green transition. Overall, it aims to make sustainable living attractive, accessible, and beautiful for all.