European Social Innovation Competition

Päivitetty viimeksi Perjantai, 30/04/2021

The competition rewards the best socially innovative projects designed to change the world for the better.

Under the theme  "SKILLS FOR TOMORROW – Shaping a green and digital future" the 2021 edition calls for social innovations that will contribute to job creation, growth and European competitiveness by helping people and businesses to identify, develop and strengthen the skills that will power the European economy’s green and digital future.

The competition was launched by the European Commission in memory of Diogo Vasconcelos.

Who can participate?

Individuals, groups and organisations from EU Member States and countries associated with Horizon Europe. 

Prize

The Competition will support the winning solutions with cash prizes awarded in two steps:

• In 2021, three winners receive a cash prize of 50,000 Euros, delivered in December 2021.
• In 2021, one impact prize of 50,000 Euros will be awarded to the project which has achieved the most significant social impact amongst the 2021 semi-finalists and finalists.

Additionally, semi-finalists and finalists will benefit from personalised coaching, mentoring, and training, and the chance to network with experts and investors.

If you are a social innovator, don’t miss the opportunity and apply by 12th May 2021! 

Find out more here.