Why must co‑funded European Partnerships develop a phasing‑out strategy and what are its objectives?

Horizon Europe requires every partnership to prepare a strategy describing how it will continue after EU framework programme funding ends. The aim is to secure the legacy of the partnership, ensure continuity of its activities and strengthen its resilience. The strategy helps partnerships identify alternative sources of public or private funding and to plan for the transition to these sources. It is therefore a key criterion in the lifecycle of the partnership and will be reviewed by the European Commission.

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ERA-LEARN Guide on co-funded European Partnerships

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