Horizon Europe Cluster 2 – 2026 Calls

Category: Research & Innovation Grants
EU Programme: Horizon Europe / European Research Executive Agency
Deadline: 23.09.2026

Eligible Western Balkan Countries: Albania; Bosnia and Herzegovina; Kosovo; Montenegro; North Macedonia; Serbia

Main Topic: Democracy; governance; inequalities; cultural heritage; creative industries; social transformation

Short description: Horizon Europe Cluster 2 has several 2026 calls open until 23 September, covering Democracy and Governance, Cultural Heritage and the Cultural and Creative Industries, and Social and Economic Transformations. Topics include post-conflict democracy, sustainable media, gender-based violence, child poverty, green-transition skills and creative-sector innovation.

Why relevant for WeBalkans?
All six Western Balkan countries are associated to Horizon Europe, meaning eligible entities can participate in programme actions on equal terms with EU entities. The themes also closely match EU enlargement priorities around democracy, inclusion, culture and socio-economic convergence.