Czechia
Beneficiary state since 2004 · EEA Grants & Norway Grants · Capital: Prague · Population 10.9m
Headline figures for Czechia
Donor programme partners
Bilateral initiatives
303 recorded, showing the 12 largest by grant
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Facing the refugee wave caused by brutal Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, encouraged by the letter of the Chair of the FMC, the Ministry of Education, Youth and Sports of the Czech Republic (MEYS) proposed an initiative to increase the knowledge of Czech of fled Ukrainian students and pedagogical staff. There have been identified two target groups which have not yet been covered by financial support and therefore will be eligible without a double financing risk: Current or future students of Czech higher education institutions of Ukrainian citizenship with a sufferance visa; The pedagogical staff of Ukrainian citizenship with a sufferance visa graduated from a secondary pedagogical school or a higher education institution (study programme for teachers) in Ukraine. The support of the above-mentioned groups aims to increase their knowledge of the Czech language as a foreign language to help include them in the Czech society and labour market. The MEYS will disburse the financial support to the universities as a contribution on the basis of the announced call. The first target group will be addressed through Czech higher education institutions. The second will be addressed through Czech higher education institutions with accredited teachers' programmes.
€700k awarded
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The goal of the initiative is to improve the health status of the target population, ukraininan refugees – children and their caregivers and Roma´s family and to reduce so health inequalities. This will be achieved by implementation of culturally modified interactive intervention programs for them, which will be carried out in key areas of lifestyle risk factors prevention (exercise, nutrition, prevention of infectious diseases, mental health, reproductive health, assistance to register with a doctor etc.) Thereby they will be fixed habits and stereotypes to support a healthy lifestyle and improved access to health care.. The expected benefit of the initiative is increasing of health literacy. As a consequence of that healthy years of life will be able to extend and better economic self-sufficiency of Ukrainian refugees and Roma people will be helped. In addition to health benefits the training and employment of mediators will also help improve their economic stability, what supports mental and social health, too.
€494k awarded
Public Cooperation for Sustainable Regions
The aim of this pre-defined bilateral initiative is to establish and expand international cooperation between SMS CR and KS. Both organisations represent a large number of members (municipalities and regional stakeholders) and play an important role in landscape management. In the present dynamic era of urbanisation and climate change, it is increasingly important to develop and share expertise in the field of resilient and sustainable communities and regions. The aim of this initiative is to contribute to the creation of a bilateral professional network of experts, mayors, municipalities and other municipal stakeholders involved in local urban and community planning. The aim will be accomplished by organizing 2 international expert roundtables, 1 partner visit to Norway, a series of regional roundtables and an international conference where Norwegian partners, mayors of municipalities from the Czech Republic and Norway will be invited.
€164k awarded
Post Covid Adaptation Models in Culture
The project will monitor and spread the examples of good/possible practice, entice discussions, encouters and cooperation. This experience should be used for the adaptation of support schemes of cultural projects, organizations and artists in the framework of the future programme period of the EEA funds, as well as of the support schemes on the national and reginal level of the participating and other countries. The project main activities: Mapping of mapping / scolar and grey literature review, Mapping the model changes of public support schemes of culture, Mapping the carriers and situation/condition of artists, Sharing the knowledge concerning the status of artists, Developing examples of good practise and recommendations, Presentation, sharing and dissemination of project findings.
€116k awarded
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The two-day forum will emphasize the bilateral aspect of the Programne based on the evaluation of the acquired experience and cooperation. The form of the combination of conference, panel discussions and presentations of specific projects with the participation of bilateral partners and the sharing of their knowledge will also contribute to the demonstration of the importance of bilateral cooperation. As the final event of the Programme, the forum will also contribute to raising awareness of the achievements of EEA/NO funds and sharing the results of supported projects. It may also facilitate the establishment of new contacts with donor countries and thus promote future cooperation. Among the distinguished guests will be the ambassador of the Kingdom of Norway, representatives of donor partners from Norway (HK-dir), Liechtenstein (AIBA), Iceland (NORTH Consulting), representatives of the Ministry of Education of the Czech Republic, NFP (MoF) and representatives of successful projects with their donor partners.
€65k awarded
The Liechtensteins in Czechoslovakia and Central European Legal Science
The pre-defined initiative is focused on preparation and publication of two parts of the bilingual edition of legal opinions which reflect the development of legal relations between the Liechtenstein family, the principality of Liechtenstein and Czechoslovakia during the first half of 20th century. The work will be led by two members of the Czech-Liechtenstein Commission of Historians, one on the Czech side, one on the Liechtenstein side. Both publications will be printed as well as published on-line.
€54k awarded
Sharing Good Practices in State Police Cooperation with Local Authorities
The aim of initiative is to establish and develop bilateral cooperation between the Czech Republic and Norway in optimizing the model of cooperation and coordination of activities between the state police and local authorities, especially municipal police, and sharing good practice in this area. The Initiative shall consist of initial and final working meetings and four thematically organized workshops that will take place in the Czech Republic. The opening session will precede the workshops and its aim will be to outline the structure of workshops, define different points of the agenda, specify examples of good practice and select speakers from both partner countries. The workshops will present views of each of the participating partners on discussed topics and their experience of good and bad practice. Workshops should also serve as a basis for the final meeting, which will evaluate the entire activity and summarize the outputs. It is expected that the results and outcomes of the bilateral Initiative will be usable in the future for both the Czech and Norwegian sides. Emphasis will be placed on good practice, current methods and forms of cooperation between the state police, the municipal police and local government, their analysis, generalization and enlargement in a way that involves sharing them and introducing them into wider practice.
€50k awarded
Capacity building for the implementation of international human rights obligations
The aim of this initiative is to gain valuable experience from Norwegian partners through an intensive study visit to NO, focusing on the implementation of HR issues such as prison conditions, care for the mentally ill prisoners, removal of children from families, the effective investigation of crimes committed by the police, cooperation between police and mental health facilities, de-escalation techniques, discrimination against children in education, gender equality, equal pay, women's representation in decision-making, and domestic violence. Thematic guides on CZ international obligations in the selected areas of HR will be developed. The NO findings and examples of good practice regarding the implementation of these obligations will be incorporated into them. Seven thematic materials will be developed on the various HR topics. The initiative also includes the development of strategic communication skills necessary for the implementation of ECtHR judgments and rulings of the ECtHR and UN committees. A key partner for this target is the CoE. The OGA envisages first to participate in a practical workshop organized by One Step Beyond Communication and then a study trip to Strasbourg to meet with representatives of the CoE. The main activities include a study visit to NO, participation in seminars organized by ERA, a workshop on strategic communication on HR, a study visit to Strasbourg, the development of thematic guides, and the development of a communication strategy.
€50k awarded
Bilateral Meetings in Contemporary Arts (summary of bilateral initiatives under EUR 3,000)
This is a summary of 23 bilateral initiatives (travel grants) supported in the 2 nd Open Call for Bilateral Meetings related to the area of contemporary arts. The individual travel grants were based on flat rates, number of participants and location of the meeting. The grants amounted from EUR 730 to EUR 2,880. 1 grant above EUR 3,000 was registered individually in Grace. Bilateral initiatives had a form of max. 2-3 day-long bilateral meetings between applicants and potential donor state partners either in a donor state or the Czech Republic (max 2 or 4 persons in case of travel to the Czech Republic). The aim of the meetings was to contribute to exchange of experience between involved parties, establishement of partnerships and mutual preparation of applications in the main open call. 8 iniatives were successful in the main open call and were supported as projects: KU-CA1-038 (CZ-CULTURE-0038 - Synapse Again). KU-CA1-021 (CZ-CULTURE-0039 - Cooperation of Cultural Houses: Studio ALTA, Baerum Kulturhus, Black Box Theatre) - 2 bilateral initiatives (in CZ and in a donor state). KU-CA1-023 (CZ-CULTURE-0040 - Tumor Polyamor). KU-CA1-048 (CZ-CULTURE-0041 - Transfer of experience and development of the contemporary circus cultural genre in the Czech Republic, Iceland and Norway) - 2 bilateral initiatives (in 2 donor states). KU-CA1-045 (CZ-CULTURE-0042 - Circus Village Czechia). KU-CA1-001 (CZ-CULTURE-0021- The Rainstick).
€49k awarded
Bilateral Cooperation Between Czech and Icelandic Healthy Cities – Good Practice Exchange
Objectives: The initiative aims to establish and enhance collaboration between CZ and IS partners, focusing on fostering participation, promoting health and wellbeing, and advancing the concept of the wellbeing economy. Purpose: To contribute to the development of conditions for the quality of life and health in towns and regions in both participating countries through sharing and application of experience, and also to multiply this knowledge in a wider European context. Activities: 3 Study Trips will be organized, facilitating the exchange of experiences and best practices between CZ and IS representatives through workshops and discussions, peer to peer learning and a webinar on the projects topics. Identifying and promoting of Best Practices: successful examples of good practices from both countries will be identified and displayed in dedicated database, website and also on relevant seminars and conferences. Results Enhanced Awareness and Knowledge: Participants will gain a deeper understanding of the principles and practices associated with the wellbeing economy, participation, and public health promotion. This increased awareness will enable them to make informed decisions and implement effective strategies in their respective communities. Capacity Building and Empowerment: By learning from each other's experiences and best practices, participants will be better equipped to address complex issues and create inclusive, sustainable solutions.
€49k awarded
The future of mental health support for Norwegian and Czech children
The aim of the initiative is to strengthen the ongoing bilateral cooperation between SOFA and the Norwegian organisation SNU with an aim to develop a joint project proposal for systemic mental health support for children and adolescents and to adapt a socio-emotional learning methodology for kindergartens. The main activities will include: Joint preparation of the project application (online + 1 meeting in the Czech Republic) and its submission for grant support from call “EU4Health DP-g-24-24 Promoting a comprehensive, prevention-oriented approach to mental health to support vulnerable group” Adaptation of a socio-emotional learning methodology for kindergartens and creation of accompanying visual materials for the learning methodology application in kindergartens Awareness raising and knowledge transfer to the wider professional community Study trip to Norway Mutual sharing and transfer of knowledge in the field of mental health promotion and embedding in the national system. The initiative will take place from October 2024 to February 2025, combining online meetings with an in-person working trip scheduled for November 2024.
€49k awarded
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Staff from the Ombudsman's Office will visit Norwegian state and educational institutions. They will share experiences and gain new knowledge in the areas of competence already exercised by the Ombudsman (equal treatment, protection of the rights of persons with disabilities, protection of persons deprived of their liberty or dependent on care, research). At the same time, however, it will be enriched in new areas (protection of children's rights) linked to the establishment of the Children's Ombudsman in 2025. Visits by staff from Legal Section and Research Section will take place during the months of November and December 2024. In addition to partner institutions, they will visit residential child care facilities, facilities for children with behavioural disorders, addictions and crime, and visit a service that provides support for people with disabilities to live in the community. The aim of the visit is also to discuss the possibilities of further use of the established cooperation - for the purpose of sharing data and experience (i.e. fulfilling, for example, one of the tasks of the Children's Ombudsman) and preparing future projects to strengthen bilateral cooperation.
€47k awarded