The European Economic and Social Committee rewards excellence in civil society initiatives through its annual Civil Society Prize.

The prize will reward innovative initiatives carried out by civil society organisations and/or individuals on the territory of the EU that support people with mental health conditions and promote an environment fostering mental well-being on an individual or collective basis.

The aim of the award is to raise awareness of the contribution that civil society can make to promoting a European identity and citizenship in a way that underpins the common values that are the foundation of European integration. The theme of the 14th edition is « Mental health ».

Eligibility

The Prize is open to civil society organisations (CSOs) officially registered within the European Union and acting at local, national, regional or European level. It is also open to individuals. Third-country nationals are also eligible, provided they are legally resident in the territory of the EU. 

Prizes

For each category, a maximum of three prizes will be awarded to the three top-ranked candidates (first prize EUR 14.000, second, third, fourth and fifth prize EUR 9 000).

Up to two representatives per winner will be invited to the ceremony, with travel and accommodation covered by the EESC.

The prize award ceremony will take place during the EESC Civil Society Week in spring 2024.

Deadline: 30 September 2023, 10:00 (CEST).

Find out more here.